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The governments of Canada and Quebec have announced the first eleven projects and the selected consortiums that will deliver a first round of rapidly constructed, highly prefabricated housing units for low- and modest-income households. Among the projects confirmed is the Habitations L’Isle-aux-Allumettes initiative, led by the non-profit Habitations de l’Outaouais métropolitain, which will see the […]

With municipal elections fast approaching, the Municipality of the Village of Fort-Coulonge has released its official election notice. In the announcement, returning officer Pierre Vaillancourt states that the position of mayor and four council seats are open. Interested candidates may submit their nominations between September 19 and October 3. If more than one person seeks […]

Residents across the Pontiac are being reminded to exercise caution and respect open-air fire bans currently in effect in most municipalities. In Fort-Coulonge, firefighters have had to respond on several occasions due to citizens ignoring the rules. In a Facebook post, the Fort-Coulonge Fire Department reported receiving multiple calls. “This morning, the fire department received […]

Jane Toller is firm in her stance: she wants Hydro-Québec to step up its response efforts to address power outages across the region. She argues that the ongoing situation poses safety risks for residents and that waiting several more years for a solution is unacceptable. This concern led the Council of Mayors of the Pontiac […]

Drivers in Shawville will need to take note of a new traffic change: a four-way stop is now in effect at the intersection of Princess and King streets. The measure is intended to improve road safety for motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists. “We encourage everyone to drive cautiously and adjust to the new traffic pattern as […]

At its most recent meeting, the Council of Mayors of the Pontiac MRC called on the Quebec government to abolish the carbon tax and follow the example set by Ontario. According to Jane Toller, Warden of the Pontiac MRC, such a measure would provide crucial support for local gas stations, particularly those located along Highway […]

Individuals who claim to have been victims of sexual assault or misconduct during massages at Nordik Spa-Nature in Chelsea have filed a request for a class action lawsuit against the resort, citing its management of employees and contractors involved. The application for a class action, filed on August 13, asks the court to require Nordik […]

Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi MP Sophie Chatel is inviting residents, organizations, and housing-sector partners in the region to participate in the national consultation Maisons Canada (Homes Canada), a new federal initiative aimed at finding solutions to the housing crisis. The Market Survey Guide for Maisons Canada was released in recent hours. The survey allows participants to share […]

The next meeting of the Council of Mayors of the Pontiac MRC will take place tomorrow evening (August 20). It may be the second-to-last meeting chaired by MRC Warden Jane Toller, who announced last month that she would not be seeking another mandate. Council meetings for the TNO and MRC are usually held on the […]

In the coming days, the return to school will be front and center across the Pontiac region. The Hauts-Bois-de-l’Outaouais School Service Centre (CSSHBO) has informed parents that school supply fees can now be paid through various methods. This year, it is now possible to make payments by online banking at most financial institutions. To do […]