NEWS

The Ministry of Forests, Fauna and Parks (MFFP) has detected the spiny water flea (Bythotrephes longimanus) in the Lac McConnell region of the Ottawa River near Rapides des Joachims. The invasive type of zooplankton has a high risk of propagation and can have a severe impact on the river’s food chain. The flea competes directly […]

The Maison des Jeunes du Pontiac will be hosting a series of youth-led children’s carnivals called Animation Sur Roues, in several community parks over the course of the summer, with the first iteration that took place in Campbell’s Bay last week. The events will feature numerous games, snacks and prizes, suitable for children aged 7 […]

Michel Gauthier, the Conservative Party of Canada’s candidate in the Pontiac riding held a virtual press conference on July 21 regarding forest management and forest fire protection. He was joined by the party’s Quebec lieutenant Richard Martel, who discussed the SOPFEU office in Maniwaki. Gauthier said that their party would commit to investing in forest […]

Regional health authority CISSSO clarified the vaccination procedure for those who received their first dose outside of Quebec. Citizens must make an appointment through the provincial government’s website, Clic santé. From there, they should select the “troubleshooting” option from the drop down menu. A mobile vaccination clinic will be set up at various locations throughout […]

The Fort-Coulonge & Mansfield Country Festival officially announced its return for next year. The event will take place from June 2 to 5, 2022, at the Centre de loisirs des Draveurs in Fort-Coulonge. The organizers had to cancel the festival, which attracts campers from across Quebec and the rest of the country, for the past […]

Environment Canada issued another air quality warning for the Pontiac region on Monday, as smoke from forest fires in northwestern Ontario may cause respiratory issues for vulnerable citizens. Children, elders and those with cardiovascular issues are at risk and may experience irritation or difficulty breathing. According to Environment Canada, conditions will improve gradually over the […]

The Bristol Fire Department is currently fundraising to purchase a boat that they can use for water rescues. Firefighter Ken Bernard spoke with CHIP FM about the recent project and said that they’ve received several calls for boaters requiring assistance in the past couple years. In those instances they’ve had to borrow private watercraft. CHIP101.9 […]

The CISSS de l’Outaouais is encouraging Pontiacers to protect their community by getting vaccinated. Recent statistics showed that around 62 per cent of the population has had their first dose, which is the lowest rate of any MRC in the region. CISSSO’s vaccine campaign coordinator, Frédérique Morin, encouraged residents to take advantage of the mobile […]

Five Outaouais athletes and two coaches will be part of the Canadian team in action at the Olympic Games, which will take place from July 23 to August 8 in Tokyo. Athlete Sport In Action Ariane Bonhomme Cycling – Track August 2 to 9 Pamphinette Buisa Rugby July 29 to 31 Karol-Ann Canuel Cycling – […]

Quebec’s forest fire fighting organization SOPFEU, in collaboration with the Ministry of Forests, Fauna and Parks (MFFP) is increasing its assistance to British Columbia by deploying a team of 9 major fire specialists, as well as 5 sections of 20 firefighters, comprising of 47 forest firefighters and 53 auxiliary workers. Their departure is scheduled for […]