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CHIP 101.9’s website has various links to articles in chronological order about the Pontiac Technology Center & Resort (PTCR) project announced by American businessman Michael Bartlett back in November 2011, and who at that time had the support of the MRC Pontiac. Four years ago, this project, which was to create 7,000 jobs in the […]

The Tactical Integrated Forest Management Plan (PAFIT) is in the middle of a consultation period that started last Monday and runs until March 16. The purpose of the consultation period is to obtain the public’s thoughts on the proposed forest management guidelines. A public meeting will be held at the MRC Pontiac office on February […]

The commission scolaire des Hauts-Bois-de-l’Outaouais (CSHBO) issued a resolution a few weeks ago about its role as a school board that borders another province. CSHBO Director Fernand Paré explains what motivates the adoption of such a resolution that asks the minister of education for help when it comes to better train those in the Outaouais, […]

Employees of the Outaouais – CSN Workers Union of Health and Social Services (STTSSSO-CSN) expressed their dissatisfaction and occupied the entrance of the Hull Hospital yesterday afternoon for a symbolic “sit- in ” protest. Employees expressed dismay at the current situation of being overworked, and issues related to overtime and being short staffed.

Pontiac MP William Amos posted a message on his Facebook page about upcoming government efforts on the recognition and implementation of Indigenous Peoples’ rights. Mr. Amos said , that in the Pontiac riding no treaty or self-governing agreement was negotiated, despite the demands of the Algonquin Nation. He says he is actively thinking about ideas […]

The Fort-Coulonge Fire Department is organizing an ice fishing tournament next Saturday at Grand Marais. From the Fire Department, Jonathan Soucie says that the funds will be used to buy essential equipment for the Fire Department: Several activities for the whole family have been organized. The tournament starts at 7 am will end at 4 […]

The MRC Pontiac invites municipalities and non-profit organizations to a presentation on the funding programs of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). FCM provides grants for proposals, studies and pilot projects as well as grants and loans for capital projects in three key areas: sustainable development, climate change and asset management. This information meeting will […]

Citizens who want to apply for a position on the Board of Directors of the Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de l’Outaouais can still do so. There is one week left for those interested in sitting on the board to submit their name in a process organized by the Ministry of Health […]

Pontiac MRC Warden Jane Toller gave an interview to CHIP 101.9 regarding the LiveWell Foods Canada’s project, going forward to build a state of the art facility for cannabis research and production in Litchfield. Jane Toller explained that the MRC was not consulted on the project: Jane Toller believes the project could have positive effects […]

Statistics Canada will conduct a telephone survey on behalf of the Renfrew County Economic Development Division from February 19-23 . Statistics Canada will contact by telephone approximately 2,000 randomly selected households to find out how they can better serve residents in the areas of outdoor recreation, shopping, tourism and employment. The information collected by the […]