NEWS

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 […]

Mothers and women of all ages are invited to join a new walking group starting September 9. Meetings will be held every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m., offering participants a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, get some exercise, and meet new people. Participants are welcome to bring their children, nieces, nephews, or grandchildren, or simply […]

Get your dancing shoes and sparkles ready to step back in time to 1977! The Centre de Loisirs des Draveurs invites disco lovers to a festive evening with music by Backtrak. The event will take place on Friday, October 17th, with doors opening at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $25. To reserve your spot, simply send […]

A 44-year-old Kanata man has been fined more than 800 dollars for a major speeding offence in the Pontiac RCM. Quebec provincial police stopped the driver on Route 301 in Portage-du-Fort around 10:30 a.m. on August 28th. Police say he was driving 100 kilometres an hour in a 50-kilometre-an-hour zone. He was issued an 872-dollar […]

Preparatory work is getting underway this month at the site of the future university-affiliated hospital in the Outaouais region. Santé Québec Outaouais, working with the Société québécoise des infrastructures, says the first phase of work will begin in early September. The contract has been awarded to Amor Construction following a public tender. The preparatory phase […]

Santé Outaouais Foundation has launched the Défi Maroc 2026, a fundraising initiative supporting the health-care sector in the Outaouais. The event will see 45 participants from across the region travel to Morocco at the end of October for a two-week humanitarian expedition, providing health and humanitarian assistance to communities in the country. Representing the MRC […]

Throughout September, Mansfield Station invites the community to join a simple initiative that will make a real difference for the children and families supported by CHEO. Every Thursday in September, 3¢ from every litre of gas sold at Mansfield Station will be donated to CHEO. It’s a great opportunity to fill up while contributing to […]