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August 20, 2025

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Make your vote count

Dear Editor, Just days from now, we’ll have a chance to influence the leadership of our nation. In Quebec, the workings of the federal government

A taxpayer’s point of view

Dear Editor, During the Nov. 27, 2024 MRC municipal meeting, I asked a question regarding the shares calculation for Alleyn and Cawood. Initially their comparative

Unplugging the IV?

A phone call came in last week from a stranger with an ominous warning. Colette Boisvert Canavan, the director general of a nine-unit seniors home

A Danford conundrum

Dear Editor,I would like to respond to an article about a Danford conundrum (Mayors reject Alleyn and Cawood request to pause legal action, THE EQUITY,

Why study history?

Dear Editor, Having grown up in a family whose dinnertime conversations were as often about the Civil War as about the high school basketball team,

Build it and they will come

It began with an idea. Thomas Villeneuve wanted to create a space where he and fellow residents of Otter Lake could build a shared vision

You don’t need AI to lie

The age of artificial intelligence – AI, to its friends – is upon us. And with it has come a worldwide discussion about its benefits

Sand in the soup

Dear Editor, Although now retired, I once worked for National Defence in Quebec and Ontario as a contractor, managing a supply section for 10 years.

Voting to save the CBC

Dear Editor, With a federal election fast approaching, I am writing to draw your readers’ attention to an imminent threat to Canada’s cultural sovereignty –

Here come the lukewarm slogans

Dear Editor, We are entering a federal election cycle. We have to cope with the disconnect of voting for a local candidate who is beholden,

Make your vote count

Dear Editor, Just days from now, we’ll have a chance to influence the leadership of our nation. In Quebec, the workings of the federal government are often subtle – not the showy functions such as bleeding our hospital services dry,

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A taxpayer’s point of view

Dear Editor, During the Nov. 27, 2024 MRC municipal meeting, I asked a question regarding the shares calculation for Alleyn and Cawood. Initially their comparative factor for 2024 was 3.7 (370 per cent) but, after further investigation, it had been

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Unplugging the IV?

A phone call came in last week from a stranger with an ominous warning. Colette Boisvert Canavan, the director general of a nine-unit seniors home in Low, shared what she had learned from a CISSSO director: that the CLSC in

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A Danford conundrum

Dear Editor,I would like to respond to an article about a Danford conundrum (Mayors reject Alleyn and Cawood request to pause legal action, THE EQUITY, March 26, 2025). The manner in which the MRC Pontiac is attempting to collect the

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Why study history?

Dear Editor, Having grown up in a family whose dinnertime conversations were as often about the Civil War as about the high school basketball team, it comes naturally to me to be fascinated by the latest findings which offer us

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Build it and they will come

It began with an idea. Thomas Villeneuve wanted to create a space where he and fellow residents of Otter Lake could build a shared vision for the future of their community. Turns out he’s not alone. In March, he invited

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You don’t need AI to lie

The age of artificial intelligence – AI, to its friends – is upon us. And with it has come a worldwide discussion about its benefits and dangers. There is little doubt that there are many benefits to be gained from

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Sand in the soup

Dear Editor, Although now retired, I once worked for National Defence in Quebec and Ontario as a contractor, managing a supply section for 10 years. During this time, everyone including myself, military members and reserve members, had to have Secret

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Voting to save the CBC

Dear Editor, With a federal election fast approaching, I am writing to draw your readers’ attention to an imminent threat to Canada’s cultural sovereignty – one whose urgency grows by the day, as President Donald Trump continues his unprovoked economic

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Here come the lukewarm slogans

Dear Editor, We are entering a federal election cycle. We have to cope with the disconnect of voting for a local candidate who is beholden, more or less, to a nation-wide organization. One might agree with the local candidate, while

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Expo Shawville Fair 2025

Expo Shawville Fair 2025

August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025
All Day

The Valley’s Most Family Friendly Fair!

www.shawvillefair.ca

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

September 14, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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

Registration: 1:00 PM | Run Begins: 2:00 PM
Dogs are also welcome, but must remain on a leash.

Route Info:
– 10 km distance
– Bring your water bottle. Water stations along the route

Stay tuned for updates on the BBQ and other family-friendly activities happening on site!

The Terry Fox Run has become a beloved fall tradition in Canada, with over 650 communities — big and small, urban and rural — fundraising together for cancer research.
Let’s keep Shawville proudly among them!!

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 !

POUR S’INSCRIRE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169

Inscriptions : 13 h 00 | Départ de la course : 14 h 00
Les chiens sont aussi les bienvenus, mais doivent être tenus en laisse.
Infos sur le parcours :

– Distance de 10 km
– Postes d’eau tout au long du parcours

Restez à l’écoute pour plus de détails sur le BBQ et d’autres activités familiales sur place !

La Course Terry Fox est devenue une tradition automnale chère aux Canadiens. Plus de 650 communautés se mobilisent chaque année pour amasser des fonds pour la recherche sur le cancer.
Faisons en sorte que Shawville continue de faire partie de cette belle tradition collective!
Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

September 19, 2025
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

  • Friday, September 19, 2025
  • 7:00 PM
  • Pontiac Agricultural Hall

Enjoy an evening filled with:

  • Mexican Food Bar
  • Live Music & Dancing
    Signature Cocktails & Sips
  • $50 per ticket – includes dinner & entertainment!
Dress in Denim, Fringe, Florals & Fiesta Vibes – and get ready to have an amazing night out in support of the Pontiac Arena Fund.

Grab your friends and book your table now- spots are limited!

Table of 8-$400

E-transfer pontiacarenafund@gmail.com
Women of Fiddle (Trio) Concert at The Little Red Wagon Winery

Women of Fiddle (Trio) Concert at The Little Red Wagon Winery

September 20, 2025
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Women of Fiddle (trio) is returning to the Little Red Wagon Winery in Shawville. Click the link to get your tickets. Last one was sold out so don’t delay!

https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets/women-of-fiddle-september-20-730pm-anna-ludlow-terri-lynn-mahusky-and-sherryl-fitzpatrick

Kids Fall Themed Workshops ages 2-3 by The Parent's Voice

Kids Fall Themed Workshops ages 2-3 by The Parent's Voice

September 28, 2025
9:00 am - 10:00 am

Join us for fall themed kids activities carefully created by Ms. Amanda.

****MINIMUM OF 4 & MAXIUMUM 10 CHILDREN*** Refunds will be issued if not enough

$10 payment per child is required to hold your spot. Refunds are not available for children not able to attend.
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