NEWS

The Fort-Coulonge Patro invites families to put on their costumes for a big Halloween Party! The event will take place on Saturday, October 24th, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Fort-Coulonge Parish Hall. On the program: candy and treats, games, activities, and fun for the whole family. Children are invited to come […]

Sophie Chatel will host a roundtable later this month to discuss the potential development of a regional food hub in the Outaouais. Chatel, who serves as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will bring together stakeholders from the agri-food and food security sectors. The discussion will focus on identifying the sector’s needs […]

Two drivers were stopped for excessive speeding in the Pontiac MRC today. Shortly after 9 a.m. on September 10th, Sûreté du Québec officers stopped a 24-year-old man from Mascouche on Highway 148 in Shawville. Police say he was travelling 91 kilometres per hour in a 50-kilometre-per-hour zone. He received a $627 fine and six demerit points. […]

The Pontiac region is in the spotlight for an initiative aimed at revitalizing agriculture and the agri-food sector. The Pontiac MRC and the AgriSaveur Pontiac project are nominated for the Quebec Federation of Municipalities’ Municipal Leadership Award, notably for their work developing a food processing kitchen in Shawville. This kitchen represents a significant infrastructure for […]

Ford is recalling 3,221 vehicles in Canada, some of which have barely left dealerships. The problem involves engine pistons that may have been improperly manufactured. They could crack and lead to engine failure, which could cause a sudden loss of power to the wheels. Transport Canada specifies that the recall only affects certain vehicles. Affected […]

With the provincial elections approaching on October 5th, Elections Quebec reminds voters of the importance of verifying their voter registration. According to data published in June, more than 400,000 eligible voters were not registered on the voters list. In particular, more than 100,000 voters were not registered at their current address. Registration notices were recently […]

The 3rd Annual Kendyl Smith-Trimm Caring for Kids CHEO Fundraiser will take place on September 12th at the Upper Pontiac Sports Complex in Chapeau, bringing the community together to honour Kendyl’s memory and support children and families at CHEO. Kendyl was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in February 2022 and sadly passed away in August 2023 following an 18-month battle with cancer. Her mother, Cheryl Smith-Trimm, recently spoke with CHIP 101.9 about Kendyl’s story, her wish to help other sick children, and the legacy her family is working to continue […]

As part of Otter Lake’s 150th anniversary celebrations, residents are invited to an evening that promises to combine gastronomy, local history, and entertainment on Saturday, September 26th. The evening will begin with doors opening at 4:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 5:00 p.m. The menu includes a harvest beef stew, creamy mashed potatoes, a fresh […]

Team Christine Fréchette wants to review how Quebec manages its forests and give more responsibility to the regions, particularly the Outaouais. The political party is proposing the creation of a Forest Pact bringing together the regions, the industry, workers, and First Nations. The goal is to find new ways to manage forest resources while maintaining […]

The housing crisis, recognized by Québec solidaire for many years, must be taken seriously everywhere in Quebec, but especially in Outaouais. Candidates from the five Outaouais constituencies are proposing clear commitments for the region. These measures are urgent since the City of Gatineau has the most expensive rents in the province and the rural areas […]