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The SOPFEU is urging citizens in several regions of Quebec, including the Outaouais, to exercise caution due to weather conditions that increase the risk of wildfires. According to the agency, the lack of rain, mild temperatures, and wind are causing vegetation to dry out quickly. The Outaouais, Abitibi‑Témiscamingue, Nord‑du‑Québec, and Côte‑Nord regions are under close […]

The Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg Pow‑Wow held its most recent edition on May 30th and 31st, 2026, bringing together visitors and participants from near and far to celebrate First Nations traditions. Recognized as one of the most important traditional powwows in Quebec, the event gathered dancers, singers, and artisans in an atmosphere marked by respect, cultural […]

The Outaouais delegation has returned to Gatineau after taking part in the Rendez-vous panquébécois (RVPQ) of Secondaire en spectacle, the largest gathering of amateur artists in Quebec. The event was held from May 28th to 31st in Sept-Îles, where nearly 750 young people from across the province came together to perform on stage, take part […]

After several days without electricity in the Pontiac and the Outaouais, several hundred addresses in the region remain without power. According to Hydro‑Québec, about 750 customers are still without electricity, spread across roughly thirty outages. La Vallée‑de‑la‑Gatineau alone accounts for about 342 affected addresses, while other outages persist in the Pontiac, particularly in rural areas. […]

The Jardin Éducatif du Pontiac is inviting its members to take part in its 2026 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Tuesday, June 16th at 5 p.m. Due to the format chosen this year, the meeting will take place via videoconference, allowing participants to join remotely. A connection link will be emailed to […]

The Sûreté du Québec is asking for the public’s help in locating Keith Laroche, 24, from Fort‑Coulonge. He was last seen on the evening of May 29th in the area of Principale Street in Fort‑Coulonge and may be traveling on foot. His loved ones are concerned for his health and safety. Description Height: 1.85 m […]

The Connexions Resource Centre is inviting caregivers, as well as members of the Pontiac community aged 55 and over, to take part in an information session on pharmacy services and foot care. The activity will take place on Thursday, June 11th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at St. Paul’s Church Hall in Shawville. The […]

The Kebaowek First Nation and the organization World-Changing Kids (WCK) are launching a national collaboration aimed at raising awareness among young people about environmental issues and Indigenous rights, in the context of the controversial Near Surface Disposal Facility (NSDF) project in Chalk River. At the heart of this initiative is a public, intergenerational, and interactive […]

Visible homelessness continues to grow across Québec, leading to an increase in encampments, greater pressure on public services, and cohabitation challenges in many communities. In response to this situation, the Québec Collective for the Prevention of Homelessness is proposing a major reform aimed at acting upstream rather than simply managing crises. And its impacts are […]

Fishing enthusiasts will be able to enjoy a very special weekend from June 5th to 7th during the 26th edition of Québec’s Fête de la pêche. For these three days, it will be possible to fish without a licence anywhere in the province, except for Atlantic salmon. The event aims to introduce or reintroduce recreational […]