Public Announcements
New measure to support ice winter fishing and encourage the next generation of fishers
Between December 1 and March 31, 2018, Quebec residents will be able to engage in winter fishing in specific fishing areas, including the Pontiac, without a license. The Ministry of Forests, Wildlife and Parks announced yesterday this new rule to promote winter fishing, support the industry and promote development of the next generation of fishers. […]
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Renfrew County Fiddlers Annual Christmas Dinner and Dance
Renfrew County Fiddlers Annual Christmas Dinner and Dance on December 3, 2017 1-7PM at Mateway Activity Centre. Advance Tickets ONLY
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Mireille Alary wants a clear direction for the Pontiac Chamber of Commerce
Pontiac Chamber of Commerce President Mireille Alary has published an open letter in Pontiac Journal urging business people to mobilize the business community to provide guidance on the role and expectations of the Chamber. Mireille Alary: The full interview with the President of the Pontiac Chamber of Commerce Mireille Alary is available here.
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Fusion Fort-Coulonge / Mansfield; the file should resurface in 2018
The study concerning a possible merger between Fort-Coulonge and Mansfield should be back on the table in 2018. Two of the members of the citizens’ committee open to the merger (CCOF) Benoit Paré and André Boisvert, explained that they wanted to propose a plan that could be started soon if the study shows advantages for […]
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4 companies submitted bids to repair Félix-Gabriel Marchand covered bridge
The deadline for submitting tender for the Félix-Gabriel Marchand covered bridge repair project was last Wednesday. According to data from the Quebec government’s electronic tendering system, 4 companies submitted bids. Submissions range from just over $ 5,127 million to just over $ 8,990 million . A period of approximately 45 days is now required to […]
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2 winners from the region in the Members Hunt
The story hunting contest Members Hunt, which took place from October 1st to October 31st in the libraries of the BIBLIO Network of the Outaouais as part of the month “In October, we read!”, had 3 winners, 2 of whom live in the Pontiac. Nearly 8,000 Network Library subscribers participated in the contest. Among the […]
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Draft law on the creation of a Quebec cannabis society
On November 16, the bill establishing the Quebec Cannabis Society via the Cannabis Act was tabled. The Minister of Public Health, Lucie Charlebois. The Minister of Public Health says that Various regulations are also to be expected, Lucie Charlebois. The complete interview conducted by Élizabeth Séguin is available here.
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“A Celtic Christmas” – Pembroke Community Choir
Begin the Christmas season with beautiful choral music presented by the Pembroke Community Choir. Our 80-voice choir performs “A Celtic Christmas” on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 at 7 pm at Calvin United Church, Pembroke. Advance tickets $15 or $18 at the door and children under 13 free. Tickets available from choir members, at Pembroke Mall […]
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Regulation respecting voluntary construction work: Outaouais MPs rejoice
The Voluntary Construction Work Regulations, announced on November 8, will come into effect on November 23. The purpose of this regulation is to provide greater flexibility in the execution of this work and to promote mutual assistance, while ensuring the safety of volunteer workers and users of the constructed product. This is the first time […]
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