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A recent decision by the Quebec Housing Tribunal could have significant implications for tenants who own pets. In a ruling issued on March 12th, the Tribunal concluded that a lease clause prohibiting pets violates the Quebec Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms. According to the decision, such a ban infringes on fundamental rights, including dignity, […]

The Ottawa Bluesfest has unveiled the full lineup for its special July 19th event, organized as part of the Ottawa 200 celebrations. In partnership with the City of Ottawa and Ottawa Tourism, the event will offer free programming for the whole family from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., followed by a major evening concert. Artists […]

The Pontiac Maison de la Famille has received financial support of $5,000 through an initiative by CHIP 101.9, made possible by public participation in the Chase the Ace fundraiser. The amount, generated from the proceeds of the activity, will be invested in a project to renovate the building’s porch. According to the information provided, the […]

As part of Volunteer Week, taking place from April 19th to 25th, 2026, the Pontiac MRC invites municipalities and organizations to highlight a volunteer or group of volunteers on its Facebook page. To participate, simply provide: The name of the volunteer or group A short description of their involvement A photo If multiple submissions are […]

The Pontiac MRC has officially launched its 2026 Call for Major Projects as part of the Fonds régions et ruralité (FRR – Components 2 and 3). This initiative aims to support projects that have a lasting impact on the economic, social, cultural, or tourism development of the territory. Interested promoters have until 12:00 p.m. on […]

The Connexions Resource Centre is hosting a session for seniors to help them navigate and shop online safely. The event will take place on Tuesday, April 21st, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Bryson Golden Age Club, located at 943 Main Street. The presentation will be led by Alina Holmes, Digital Literacy Coordinator […]

The Connexions Resource Centre is offering an activity for seniors who wish to improve their living environment with simple and effective solutions. Titled Transform Your Space, this session will feature guest speaker Emma Huard, a professional organizer, who will share her tips on decluttering and better organizing daily life. The workshop will take place on […]

Nature and wildlife enthusiasts have an opportunity not to be missed. The Ministry of the Environment is launching a recruitment campaign to fill wildlife protection officer positions across the province. Selected candidates will have the chance to work outdoors in a variety of environments while raising public awareness about wildlife conservation. The role also involves […]

The municipalities of L’Isle-aux-Allumettes, Chichester, and Sheenboro have announced the implementation of a joint project supported by $525,000 over three years from the Government of Quebec. The initiative aims to strengthen municipal collaboration and improve the sustainability and quality of local services. The project will harmonize tools and procedures, pool certain services (such as road […]

The Mom to Mom Market will return on May 2nd in Shawville, offering an ideal opportunity for families to find great deals while supporting local shopping. The event will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the exhibition hall of the Pontiac Agricultural Society. The market will feature a variety of vendors offering […]