Public Announcements
Bill 132; New law on wetland and water conservation
André Fortin, Member of National Assembly for Pontiac, released a press release saying he was pleased to have been among the members of the National Assembly on June 16 to unanimously pass Bill 132, by which the Government of Québec took the leadership role in Canada for the protection of wetlands, lakes and rivers. A […]
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Fort-Coulonge; Boil water advisory is still in effect
The boil water advisory issued by the Village of Fort-Coulonge last week is still in effect. Last week a major equipment breakdown caused the closure of the drinking water plant. This notice should be in effect for a few more days as equipment has been ordered to fix the issue. Residents of this municipality are […]
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Vigilance in the face of new fraud systems
The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) calls on the public to be more cautious about a fraud scheme that targets companies in different places. To date, three cases and an attempt at fraud have been reported to the police, representing a loss of over $ 8 million. Description of the fraud: It starts with a phone […]
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The Pontiac MRC adheres to the Bicycle Movement
On May 30, Vélo Québec, an organization recognized by the international cycling community, unveiled the new certification list for the Bicycle Movement, recognizing the actions of communities and organizations that promote cycling in Québec. It was during this third round of certification that the MRC of Pontiac was awarded an honorable mention under the community […]
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Elections 2017: seeking women like you!
Different methods are being used to convince women either to become candidates or to invite a woman from their entourage to do so. Information lectures are also held throughout Quebec, including the ” Élections 2017: ça prend des femmes comme vous!”, Initiated by the UMQ. Details are available on the UMQ website. More and more […]
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2017 municipal elections: Introduce yourself!
Residents of all municipalities in Québec are invited to apply to be in the next municipal elections. A promotional campaign targeting all regions of Québec is starting today and aims to boast the interest of the public encouraging them to seek a position on municipal councils for the next general elections that will take place […]
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Boil water advisory in effect for Fort-Coulonge / St Camille area
A public notice was issued by the Village of Fort-Coulonge regarding a boil water advisory. A major pipe break occurred causing the closure of the water filtration plant. This notice should be in effect for a few more days. Residents of this municipality are advised to boil their tap water until further notice. You can […]
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Municipal Elections 2017
The Union of Municipalities of Quebec invites citizens to apply for the next municipal elections to be held on November 5, 2017. The nomination period will start on September 22, 2017 and will continue until October 6, 2017. Information Sessions will be available in the different regions of Quebec. More information at https://umq.qc.ca/publication/elections-municipales-de-2017/?bulletin=1
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Fort-Coulonge Aquatic Center Project
At the planning session of the Pontiac MRC Council on June 13, elected officials applauded a proposal by Jane Toller, owner of Spruceholme Inn and the Pontiac Conference Center, to build an indoor aquatic center in Fort-Coulonge. The center would include, among other things, a 25-meter-long and 6-lane-wide swimming pool, a therapeutic pool and a […]
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$ 25,000 for ESSC school revitalization projects
School revitalization projects in the Pontiac riding were announced during the summer, $ 29,080 in funding will be allocated, including $ 25,000 to École secondaire Sieur-de-Coulonge. National Assembly Member for Pontiac André Fortin says that the combined amount is $69,000 overall: Clip – André Fortin Complete interview with André Fortin is available here.
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