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Last Monday, the organizing committee of the L’Île-du-Grand-Calumet Group officially launched Phase III of the Honor Our Roots project. As volunteer Guylaine La Salle explains, this new phase aims to expand the list of 900 deceased adults in preparation for the printing and installation of commemorative panels, with the goal of preserving and passing on […]

Christine Francoeur, the outgoing mayor of Fort-Coulonge, will face opposition in her pursuit of a council seat. Dave Hérault, a current municipal councillor in the Village of Fort-Coulonge, has also submitted his candidacy for Seat 1. Hérault was elected in February 2023 following the passing of Lucie Bertrand, narrowly defeating Freeda Béchamp Graveline in a […]

Among the events likely to draw the most excitement is the 8th edition of the Collines Violin Festival in Chelsea. Annie Léveillée from Tourisme Outaouais provides more details: A Perfect Outing for Fun! And that’s not all—visitors will even have the chance to do yoga with miniature goats at Mountain View Farm in Luskville. Again, […]

Canada Post employees have launched an immediate general strike. The delivery of mail and parcels through the national postal service is suspended for an indefinite period. Please note that delays in mail delivery do not exempt you from paying your bills: you are still required to pay your accounts on time, even if you have […]

Residents of the Municipality of Mansfield-et-Pontefract have received a notice reminding them that, under Bylaw No. 2010-002 regarding the keeping of farm animals in non-agricultural zones, it is prohibited to keep farm animals—including chickens and roosters—on residential properties. It appears that several residents have not always complied with this regulation in recent years. “According to […]

Individuals wishing to run in the upcoming municipal elections on November 2 have until this Friday, October 3, to submit their candidacy. In some municipalities, there are still four, and in certain cases even five or six, positions with no candidates to date. A number of municipalities may also see mayors elected by acclamation. At […]

The MRC Pontiac has been running a project for several months to showcase regional artworks in local arenas. The Shawville arena was the first to host the pieces. As explained by Marie Gionet, Economic Development Commissioner (Culture) at the MRC Pontiac, the tour will continue with the goal of reaching audiences in all three arenas […]

Villa James Shaw, a project aimed at establishing a retirement residence in Pontiac—specifically in Shawville—is calling on residents to take part in a telephone survey. In recent days, a polling firm hired by the organization has been contacting citizens to gather data on the needs of Pontiac residents in relation to the creation of a […]

The MRC Pontiac has launched a call for proposals from artists for a public artwork to be installed outside its administrative headquarters. The piece will be located in front of the MRC Pontiac offices and will contribute to enriching the region’s cultural and visual landscape. Through this initiative, the MRC hopes to receive proposals that […]

Two candidates are now in the running for the mayoralty of Waltham in the upcoming municipal election on November 2. Incumbent mayor Odette Godin will face at least one challenger, Jordan Evans. The Municipality of Waltham has undergone significant changes in recent years, particularly following the departure of Fernand Roy, which prompted public intervention by […]