Author: Marie Gionet
The closure of the province’s schools, universities and daycares is extended until at least May 1st, 2020, in order to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the province. Elementary and secondary schools (public and private), higher education institutions (training centers, CEGEPs and universities) and childcare services are included in this measure. The Ministère de l’Éducation […]
The Quebec government released the “Self-Care Guide” on Monday regarding the COVID-19 pandemic in the province. The booklet, available online at Québec.ca/coronavirus, is intended to inform Quebec citizens on the new coronavirus and guide them towards making better decisions for their health and their loved ones. Health Minister, Danielle McCann, said the government is evaluating […]
After declaring that a case of COVID-19 had circulated in the Pontiac, the municipalities of Mansfield-et-Pontefract and Fort-Coulonge released a new version of their public notice published earlier and retracted the comments made by the mayors at CHIP 101.9. In this new publication, the municipalities asked to ignore the previous comments and apologize if some […]
Doctor Ruth Vander Stelt, a family doctor from the Quyon clinic, talked about the recent changes made to the Pontiac Family Medicine Group in accordance with the measures implemented by the Quebec Government in regards to COVID-19.
Sophie Chatillon, a pharmacist with ties in the region, talks about an open letter she wrote addressing the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges facing pregnant women in essential services.
The Warden of the MRC Pontiac gave an update at 5 p.m. today regarding COVID-19.
The Quyon Ferry will open for the 2020 season on Monday (March 23) at 6 a.m. However, due to the measures surrounding COVID-19, the hours of operations will be reduced. The Ferry is asking their customers to adopt a social distance with their staff. No visitors will be allowed on the bridge or elsewhere on […]
In his most recent update, the Pontiac MP William Amos explained that various measures are currently being implemented by his government such as helping companies produce medical equipment.
The current COVID-19 pandemic has forced many people and companies to change the ways of doing business, this has slowed the economy considerably. This is the case for the real estate market, as explained by Century 21 Elite agent Sébastien Bonnerot, who has taken steps to slow down his regular operating methods. > In his […]
Certain Pontiac community organizations are advantageous to residents during the coronavirus pandemic. This is notably the case for Bouffe Pontiac, who’s General Manager Kim Laroche explained the measures that have been implemented to continue serving the public in a safe and efficient way. Note also that the Pontiac Bouffe store is currently closed and that […]