NEWS

The Government of Canada has launched the 2026 Canada-wide consultations on official languages. An online questionnaire, accessible to all Canadians, is currently available. Provincial and territorial governments will also be consulted as part of this process. Between now and November 2026, several consultation activities are planned across the country, including in-person sessions, as well as […]

Hydro-Québec will open the doors of the Bryson Generating Station on September 26th, 2026, as part of the celebrations surrounding the 100th anniversary of the Gatineau–Outaouais generating stations. Residents of surrounding municipalities will have the opportunity to discover the facilities during a guided tour of the station. Activities for the whole family will also be […]

The incumbent Member of the National Assembly for Pontiac, Leader of the Official Opposition, and Liberal candidate André Fortin officially launched his election campaign Sunday in Aylmer, in the presence of party members and several Liberal candidates from the region. At the event, André Fortin and the Liberal candidate for Hull, Sacha Cannon, unveiled a […]

Gardening enthusiasts are invited to participate in a perennial plant exchange at the Thorne Farmers Market. The event aims to allow community gardeners to share, exchange, and give their plants a new lease on life. Participants are encouraged to bring any perennials they no longer need and leave with new plants for their gardens. According […]

The Municipality of Otter Lake is preparing to celebrate its 150th anniversary with the Otter Lake Harvest Festival, which will take place on Saturday, September 26th, 2026, at the R.A. grounds, located at 394 Tessier Street. The festivities will begin at 10:00 a.m. with several activities for children and adults. Outdoor games, a scavenger hunt, […]

After a particularly active start to the season in Quebec, the situation completely reversed over the past month. In August, SOPFEU recorded only 14 fires affecting 0.6 hectares (ha) of forest in intensive protection zones (IPZs), four times fewer than the average of the last ten years. The average for the same period was 59 […]

The low-cost online retail platforms Shein and Temu are gaining popularity among Quebec consumers. According to the CQCD Barometer, a growing number of respondents say they have made purchases on these platforms since the beginning of the year. The survey, conducted from July 31st to August 9th, 2026, for the Quebec Retail Council, reveals that […]

Voters whose health limits their ability to travel will be able to vote from home in the upcoming provincial elections. To benefit from this service, they must apply by September 21st, 2026. An Elections Quebec team can visit the voter’s home or the home of their caregiver to allow them to exercise their right to […]

The municipality of Saint-André-Avellin aims to maximize the use of its outdoor facilities by organizing events. Last Saturday, August 22nd, the recreation department hosted a musical performance on the Sentiers des Oiseaux (Bird Trails). The municipality even ensured a bar service was available on site. The combination of culture and outdoor activities is becoming increasingly […]

From October 2nd to 4th, 2026, the Journées Proximité Plein Air (Outdoor Community Days) will offer Quebecers an opportunity to discover and enjoy outdoor activities close to home. The initiative aims to promote discovery, exploration, and adventure in various communities. The event invites organizations and individuals to propose accessible and diverse activities. Activities must take […]