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The Shawville Fair celebrates its 170th anniversary from September 3rd to 7th
The Shawville Fair will return from September 3rd to 7th, 2026, for a very special edition as the event celebrates its 170th anniversary. True to its reputation as the quintessential family fair in the Ottawa Valley, the organizers promise five days of activities, agricultural competitions, shows, and entertainment for all ages. Among the headliners of […]
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Federal data breach: you could receive over $5,000
Individuals whose personal information was compromised during cyberattacks targeting federal government online services during the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for compensation of up to $5,280. The Federal Court recently approved an $8.76 million settlement ending a class-action lawsuit against the Government of Canada following cyberattacks that occurred between June and August 2020. The lawsuit […]
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Significant changes to Desjardins credit cards starting in October 2026
Desjardins credit card holders should expect several changes starting in mid-October. The financial institution will be undertaking a major modernization of its credit card management system to offer new features and improve the member experience. The transition will begin on October 12th, 2026. During this period, routine transactions will continue to function normally, but some […]
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Fort-Coulonge is preparing to celebrate Village en fête
The municipality of Fort-Coulonge invites the population to participate in the very first edition of Village en fête, which will take place on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Baume Street. This great family day will offer several activities for young and old, including a car show featuring vintage cars […]
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Lightning responsible for an exceptional number of fires
July was a particularly busy month for the teams at the Quebec Forest Fire Protection Agency (SOPFEU), as an exceptional number of lightning strikes triggered a surge in forest fires across Quebec. In the intensive protection zone, 90 forest fires were recorded in July, compared to an average of 66 fires over the past ten […]
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Quebec Public Markets Week 2026: Celebrating local flavours
The 18th annual Quebec Public Markets Week takes place from July 30th to August 9th, 2026. Organized by the Quebec Public Markets Association and presented by the Union of Agricultural Producers (UPA), this initiative celebrates the producers, processors, and artisans who bring public markets to life throughout the province. Under the theme “It’s time to […]
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The Pontiac International Women’s Film Festival returns this weekend
The Pontiac International Women’s Film Festival (FICFP) will hold its 3rd edition from August 7th to 9th at Cinéma Lyn in Fort-Coulonge. This year, director Mélanie Charbonneau is the honorary president. The festival, unique in Quebec for being entirely dedicated to women filmmakers, offers a program highlighting fiction films, documentaries, animated films, and comedies from […]
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The TWIST Fibre Festival celebrates its 14th edition this weekend
Canada’s largest fibre festival returns to the Outaouais region for its 14th edition. Presented at the Whissell Complex in Saint-André-Avellin, the TWIST Festival will celebrate textile arts and living heritage from August 7th to 9th. Festival founder Amélie Blanchard tells us about this year’s key activities: “Activities begin on Friday, August 7th at 11:00 AM. […]
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Nearly $21 million granted to the future Outaouais Regional Museum
Minister of Culture and Communications Mathieu Lacombe announced an investment of nearly $21 million for the Musée régional de l’Outaouais (Outaouais Regional Museum). This sum marks a significant milestone in the project’s realization, following four years of planning and design. The funds will be used, in particular, to finalize the architectural plans for the Foundry […]
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The Artists’ Studios Circuit returns from August 7th to 9th
Art Pontiac invites the public to discover the talent of Quebec and Ontario artists during the Artists’ Studio Tour, a free event taking place from August 7th to 9th. Art lovers will have the opportunity to visit the studios of numerous artists thanks to the Artists’ Studio Tour – Beyond the Easel. Organized by Art […]
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