Like saying goodbye to a family member
June 3, 2025
Our neighbour and fellow community newspaper, THE EQUITY in Shawville, has been sold after 72 years in the hands of the Dickson family. The news
Our neighbour and fellow community newspaper, THE EQUITY in Shawville, has been sold after 72 years in the hands of the Dickson family. The news
Dear Ms. Chatel, As I write, with my belly full of nourishing food harvested from my greenhouse, I am mindful of the children of Gaza
The third legal challenge to the giant Ottawa River radioactive waste dump, the “NSDF”, will be heard in Federal Court, on Feb. 5 and 6
Google and digital upstarts should not be allowed to dictate the terms of funding provided under the Online News Act Local newspapers in communities like
Can we simultaneously address both? The federal carbon pricing system has sparked vigorous debate in the Pontiac. Many of you have written to me on
By Lynn Jones and Gordon Edwards The 2024 federal budget contains many references to nuclear energy as a “clean” source of electricity. In our view,
A member of Friends of the Pontiac asks questions about the proposal to locate an Energy-from-Waste incinerator in the Pontiac. In June 2023, a public
Holding elected officials accountable is a fundamental aspect of a healthy and functioning democratic system. There are several important reasons why accountability is crucial. Safeguarding
Recently, in apparent attempts to terrorize the Montreal Jewish community, people threw Molotov cocktails at a synagogue and Jewish community centre, and shot at two
The following article is excerpted from a presentation by Jennifer Quaile to a public meeting hosted by Friends of the Pontiac in Ladysmith on Thursday
Our neighbour and fellow community newspaper, THE EQUITY in Shawville, has been sold after 72 years in the hands of the Dickson family. The news conjures mixed emotions in this fellow newspaper publisher; I can almost feel the wrenching of
Dear Ms. Chatel, As I write, with my belly full of nourishing food harvested from my greenhouse, I am mindful of the children of Gaza who have already perished from starvation, the half a million people near starvation and the
The third legal challenge to the giant Ottawa River radioactive waste dump, the “NSDF”, will be heard in Federal Court, on Feb. 5 and 6 in Ottawa. Two previous challenges were heard in July and Nov. of 2024 and decisions
Google and digital upstarts should not be allowed to dictate the terms of funding provided under the Online News Act Local newspapers in communities like mine have been challenged by several factors. The internet has democratized information and made it
Can we simultaneously address both? The federal carbon pricing system has sparked vigorous debate in the Pontiac. Many of you have written to me on this subject, expressing views on whether to maintain, modify, or scrap it altogether. Initially, it
By Lynn Jones and Gordon Edwards The 2024 federal budget contains many references to nuclear energy as a “clean” source of electricity. In our view, referring to nuclear electricity as “clean” is the height of absurdity. The nuclear fuel chain
A member of Friends of the Pontiac asks questions about the proposal to locate an Energy-from-Waste incinerator in the Pontiac. In June 2023, a public presentation was given by Pontiac warden Jane Toller on behalf of the MRC Council of
Holding elected officials accountable is a fundamental aspect of a healthy and functioning democratic system. There are several important reasons why accountability is crucial. Safeguarding democracy: Accountability ensures that elected officials remain responsive to the needs and wishes of the
Recently, in apparent attempts to terrorize the Montreal Jewish community, people threw Molotov cocktails at a synagogue and Jewish community centre, and shot at two Jewish schools. At the same time, Montreal police report a significant increase in Islamophobic incidents,
The following article is excerpted from a presentation by Jennifer Quaile to a public meeting hosted by Friends of the Pontiac in Ladysmith on Thursday Nov. 16, 2023. In early 2022, I was asked by my mayor to be Otter
Thinking about buying your first home or commercial property? Join the Pontiac Chamber of Commerce and Desjardins for a special event:
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We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.
Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!
Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!
Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.
Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !
Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/waltham-tournee-communautaire-community-day-tickets-1409289134739
Join us as we come together to mark the 45th Anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope — a powerful legacy that continues to inspire Canadians from coast to coast.
Whether you walk, run, cycle, roll, or push a stroller — everyone is welcome!
TO REGISTER OR DONATE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169
Joignez-vous à nous pour souligner le 45e anniversaire du Marathon de l’Espoir de Terry Fox.
Que vous marchiez, couriez, rouliez à vélo ou en fauteuil, ou poussiez une poussette — tout le monde est bienvenu !
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