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MP Sophie Chatel, who represents the district of Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi, will be visiting the Pontiac MRC on March 17th and 18th as part of a tour to meet with community organizations and businesses in the region. According to her office, this visit will provide an opportunity to discuss regional priorities, economic challenges, and development opportunities […]

Registration is now open for the walk organized by the Alzheimer Society of the Outaouais, which will take place on May 31st, 2026, at Lac-Leamy Park in Gatineau. The event aims to raise community awareness about cognitive health, support those affected by neurocognitive disorders, and help destigmatize diseases such as Alzheimer’s. Participants are invited to […]

Loisir sport Outaouais held two training sessions on February 19th in the Vallée-de-la-Gatineau MRC and on February 25th in the Pontiac MRC. More than 35 elected officials attended the course. Participants had the opportunity to meet and interact with one another to build strong connections leading to the creation of a community of practice. Normand […]

Street images provided by Google Maps, through the Street View function, allow users to view almost any address in the world. While this tool is useful for locating a place before visiting it, some people prefer that their home or vehicle not be visible online. According to an article published by Vincent Paquette on the […]

Hydro-Québec is warning customers: a wave of scams targeting consumers is currently circulating via email, text messages, phone calls, and in-person visits. The scammers’ goal is to obtain personal or financial information—or even to steal money. The company reminds customers that its official communications never include links to websites and that it never requests credit […]

Thanks to the public’s participation in the popular Chase the Ace event, CHIP 101.9 presented a donation of $7,000 to the Knights of Columbus. The amount donated represents the remaining profits generated by the Chase the Ace. It will be used to fund the construction of a golf simulator, which will soon be available to […]

Starting April 1st, Canadians will have to pay more to obtain or renew their passports, the federal government announced. This is the first increase since 2013, reflecting inflation and rising production costs. Fees will rise to $163.50 for a 10-year adult passport, $122.50 for a 5-year passport, and $58.50 for a 5-year child passport. Canadians […]

Caisse Desjardins has officially launched its annual scholarship program, offering final-year students the opportunity to receive financial support to continue post-secondary education. Applications are now available online, and interested students may submit their applications by March 31st, 2026, via the official Desjardins Scholarships website. These scholarships are intended to recognize the academic and community involvement […]

The War Amps has launched its 2026 annual keychain campaign, marking the 80th anniversary of this well-known service across the country. Kits are currently being mailed to millions of Canadians, including residents of the Pontiac. Created in 1946 by amputee veterans, the program aims to safeguard citizens’ keys while supporting programs that assist people with […]

The Parc des Chutes Coulonge invites visitors of all ages to celebrate the arrival of spring at its Easter egg hunt, which will take place on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This family-friendly event combines nature, chocolate, and fun activities to offer a unique experience for the whole family. Visitors […]