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Starting October 5th, 2026, a new warranty of proper functioning will come into effect in Quebec for several new appliances. This protection will be in addition to the legal warranties already provided by the Consumer Protection Act. It will cover, among other things, stoves, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and heat pumps for six years. Washers, […]

The BIBLIO Network of Quebec is calling on political parties to commit to addressing the funding shortfall in rural libraries. In a press release issued today, the BIBLIO Network states that funding has not kept pace with rising costs in recent years, impacting collections and the development of new services. According to the Network, inflation […]

The Quebec Provincial Association of Construction and Housing Professionals – Outaouais-Abitibi-Témiscamingue (APCHQ-OAT) is calling on political parties to commit to two measures to support residential construction in the Outaouais region: abolishing the Quebec Sales Tax (QST) on new housing and eliminating the CCQ’s labour pools, with a few exceptions. According to the association, Gatineau’s proximity […]

Health, housing, support for seniors, and the cost of living are among the top priorities put forward by the five candidates on Team Christine Fréchette in the Outaouais region. They want to continue the investments announced for the region and accelerate the completion of several projects. Linda Gauthier in Papineau, Mathieu Lévesque in Chapleau, Mariana […]

Harmonie Haven invites everyone to its open house and fundraising event, which will take place on Sunday, September 27th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 319 Main Street in Mansfield. This day will be an opportunity to discover Harmonie Haven, tour its facilities, and meet a warm and engaged community. Several local artisans will […]

Sieur-de-Coulonge High School invites all parents of its students to participate in its Annual General Meeting. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 22nd, at 6:30 p.m. in the school office. This will be an opportunity for parents to better understand the role of the school council, to get involved in their child’s school […]

As part of World Breastfeeding Week, several informal discussion groups are being organized in the region to allow parents and parents-to-be to chat, ask questions, and share their experiences about breastfeeding. In Pontiac, a meeting will be held on October 7th, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Maison de la famille du Pontiac, located […]

Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to the 2026 Lumberjack Festival, taking place October 3rd and 4th at Chutes Coulonge in Mansfield-et-Pontefract. The festivities will kick off on Saturday, October 3rd, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., with a concert and a bar. On Sunday, the day will begin at 9 a.m. with a pancake breakfast. Visitors […]

The Pontiac community is mourning the death of Monsignor Douglas Bridge, a longtime priest of the Diocese of Pembroke who died peacefully on September 14th at the age of 85. Monsignor Bridge served as a priest for 62 years and was well known throughout the Pontiac, where he dedicated much of his career to local […]

As part of Otter Lake’s 150th anniversary celebrations, a special evening is being offered to residents and visitors, featuring a harvest supper and a trivia night dedicated to Otter Lake’s history and community. The event will take place on September 26th. The menu includes harvest beef stew, creamy mashed potatoes, garden salad, a bread roll […]