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Thanks to the public’s participation in the popular Chase the Ace event, CHIP 101.9 presented a donation of $7,000 to the Knights of Columbus. The amount donated represents the remaining profits generated by the Chase the Ace. It will be used to fund the construction of a golf simulator, which will soon be available to […]

Starting April 1st, Canadians will have to pay more to obtain or renew their passports, the federal government announced. This is the first increase since 2013, reflecting inflation and rising production costs. Fees will rise to $163.50 for a 10-year adult passport, $122.50 for a 5-year passport, and $58.50 for a 5-year child passport. Canadians […]

Caisse Desjardins has officially launched its annual scholarship program, offering final-year students the opportunity to receive financial support to continue post-secondary education. Applications are now available online, and interested students may submit their applications by March 31st, 2026, via the official Desjardins Scholarships website. These scholarships are intended to recognize the academic and community involvement […]

The War Amps has launched its 2026 annual keychain campaign, marking the 80th anniversary of this well-known service across the country. Kits are currently being mailed to millions of Canadians, including residents of the Pontiac. Created in 1946 by amputee veterans, the program aims to safeguard citizens’ keys while supporting programs that assist people with […]

The Parc des Chutes Coulonge invites visitors of all ages to celebrate the arrival of spring at its Easter egg hunt, which will take place on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This family-friendly event combines nature, chocolate, and fun activities to offer a unique experience for the whole family. Visitors […]

The second edition of the Bristol Pop-Up Easter Market will take place on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the hall of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, located at 530 Main Street in Shawville. The indoor event will bring together a variety of unique vendors offering an assortment of products for […]

The Pontiac educational community is being invited to take part in the Co-Building for Thriving Youth Forum, scheduled for March 27, 2026, at the Campbell’s Bay Community Centre. Inspired and led by young people, the event will bring together students, parents, community organizations, school staff, elected officials and health professionals. The forum aims to foster […]

The community radio station of the Pontiac (CHIP 101.9) is monitoring the situation regarding power outages in the region due to the freezing rain weather conditions of yesterday, Wednesday March 11th. On Thursday afternoon, at 3 p.m., the main municipalities still affected by yesterday’s events were Mansfield-et-Pontefract, Otter Lake and Clarendon. According to the information […]

Social Workers Week will take place from March 22nd to 28th 2026 with the theme “Make a difference”. The event aims to highlight the significant contribution of these professionals within social and community services. During the week, various activities are organized to raise awareness on the profession and to showcase the role of social workers […]

The Carrefour jeunesse-emploi du Pontiac will host the 4th edition of the Pontiac Virtual Summer Job Fair on April 29, 2026. The event aims to connect young people in the region with employers seeking workers for the summer season. Held online, the fair will allow youth to explore a variety of summer job opportunities, learn […]