Author: Marie Gionet
Jane Toller, the re-elected Warden of the MRC Pontiac, who has secured a third consecutive term, granted her first interview to the media. In this conversation, Jane Toller stated that her top priority is to welcome the eight new mayors—Valerie Twollan Graham, Pierre Cyr, Jordan Evans, Roger Peter Lafond, Sydney Squitty, Kevin Murphy, Terry Murdock, […]
Tourisme Outaouais is proud to announce that the 2026 edition of Bienvenue Québec, one of the province’s largest gatherings of tourism industry buyers, will take place in the Outaouais region from October 19 to 21, 2026, at the Hôtel-Casino du Lac-Leamy complex. Organized by the Fédération des transporteurs par autobus, Bienvenue Québec is a must-attend […]
Residents of Quebec who wish to receive the influenza vaccine can now do so. The vaccine is being offered at several pharmacies, including the Familiprix Marc Aufranc in Shawville. Marc Aufranc also explained the benefits of getting vaccinated. Please note that certain procedures must be followed to obtain the influenza vaccine. Information is […]
For the second year in a row, BASE is organizing a food drive across local communities, workplaces, and schools throughout the region. Last year, more than 20,000 pounds of food were collected and redistributed through Christmas hampers to help those in need. Roxanne Caron from BASE shares all the details: How can you organize a […]
From November 2 to 8, the Alzheimer Society of Outaouais joins the rest of Quebec in honoring, recognizing, and supporting those who care for a loved one living with a neurocognitive disorder or another health condition. Being a caregiver means giving selflessly. It means being present, even in silence. It means showing daily acts of […]
Action Chelsea for Environmental Respect (ACRE), a local conservation organization, is launching a new phase in the restoration of Place Éco Rubin in Pontiac—and you’re invited to help! Join volunteers on Saturday, November 8, at 9 a.m. at 344 Bradley Road, Pontiac to plant wildflower seeds. (In case of rain, the event will be held […]
Culture Outaouais Voices Concern Over Temporary Freeze on New “Support” Grants Culture Outaouais has expressed serious concern following the Treasury Board’s decision to impose a temporary freeze on new financial aid in the “support” category. While the measure is described as temporary, the uncertainty it creates within the cultural sector raises significant worries about the […]
November: Financial Literacy Month – Free Webinars Offered In honor of Financial Literacy Month, the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) and four other government partners are offering a series of free webinars every Wednesday this November. Experts from the AMF, Revenu Québec, Retraite Québec, the Office de la protection du consommateur (OPC), and the Commission […]
For the fourth time in eight years, the village of Fort-Coulonge will have a new mayor. Residents voted for change, giving nearly 60% of the vote to Pierre Cyr, who positioned himself as the candidate for change. His opponent, Philippe Ouellet, received just over 40% of the vote. Outgoing Mayor Christine Francoeur was defeated in […]
The final results of the Pontiac MRC warden election were not fully confirmed on the night of Monday, November 3. However, incumbent Warden Jane Toller appeared to widen her lead over her challengers. By late Monday, Toller had 2,054 votes compared with 1,593 for her closest rival, Jean-Pierre Landry. Josey Bouchard followed closely with 1,457 […]