Marie-Josée Corriveau
The 26th edition of the Quebec Waste Reduction Week (QWDR) is being held from October 19th to 25th, 2026. This annual initiative invites the public to review their consumption habits and take concrete action to reduce the amount of waste produced on a daily basis. During this awareness week, citizens are encouraged to promote reuse, […]
From October 19 to December 4, 2026, the Carrefour jeunesse-emploi du Pontiac (CJEP) invites students in the region to participate in the “Mon employeur, c’est le meilleur!” contest. , an initiative to recognize employers who are making positive contributions to the careers of young workers. The contest is open to youth who reside in the […]
Pontiac ATV and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to the famous Hot Dog Ride, organized by the Club Quad du Pontiac on Saturday, October 31st. To allow as many hikers as possible to participate, three progressive departures are proposed throughout the region: a first gathering in Quyon at 9:00 a.m., followed by a stop in Shawville […]
Mobile vaccination clinics offering vaccines against influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) will be held in several communities across the Pontiac in the coming weeks. Residents are encouraged to book their appointments in advance. The clinics will operate at various locations throughout the region, providing access to respiratory infection vaccinations closer to home. Mobile […]
Tariffs imposed by the U.S. do not affect all regions of Canada in the same way. Some cities are more exposed due to their reliance on industries such as automotive, steel, aluminum and wood. An interactive map called Mapping Tariffs, developed by the University of Toronto’s School of Cities, shows where Canadian businesses and jobs […]
Local youth football enthusiasts will be able to keep fit this winter with the launch of a brand new indoor soccer pilot program for children aged 6-12. The event will be held every Tuesday evening, from January 5th to March 30th (except for spring break) at PHS Gym. A total of 12 training sessions are […]
La Table Éducation Outaouais, in partnership with the region’s Carrefours jeunesse-emploi, is launching the third edition of the “Mon employeur, c’est le meilleur!” contest. , which recognizes employers who support the educational success of youth. The competition highlights employer practices that promote a balance between education, work and personal life. A total of 140 committed […]
The 28th edition of Quebec Public Library Week takes place from October 17th to 24th, under the theme “Ma biblio: de tout, partout, pour tout le monde”. The event invites the public to discover the many services offered in the province’s 1,034 public libraries, far beyond book loans. Storytelling hours, lending of musical instruments and […]
A free workshop on depression and suicide prevention for youth aged 12 and older will take place on Tuesday, November 17th, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Maison des jeunes lounge at Pontiac High School. Organized by Parents’ Voice – Shawville area, the workshop will cover depression, signs of psychological distress, suicide prevention […]
The Government of Canada is providing $800,000 in financial support to two Outaouais businesses to help them grow and expand through artificial intelligence (AI). The repayable contributions from Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) were highlighted on October 16th during a visit by Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi, to Aidexpress. Aidexpress […]