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Sphinx appoints a new administrator with extensive mining experience
Sphinx Resources announced that Martin Bourgoin has been appointed to the Company’s board of directors as an independent director. The company, which owns the Calumet-Sud (zinc) and Calumet-Nord (gold, silver and copper potential in the Île-du-Grand-Calumet belt) projects, says it wishes to build a team of directors with expertise in the matter. “Sphinx’s strategy is […]
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David Cyr, the new consultant whose mandate will be to attract businesses to the Pontiac
The MRC Pontiac has hired a consultant whose mandate will be to attract businesses to the region. David Cyr was selected to fulfill these functions. Coming from the business world, Mr. Cyr has worked in the public and private sectors for nearly 30 years before joining the municipal world in economic development. He founded six […]
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Xavier Lusignan wins 3 gold medals at 2021 Canadian Junior Weightlifting Championships
Xavier Lusignan of Mansfield dominated the Canadian Junior Weightlifting Championships this weekend (March 20-21) by winning three gold medals in his 89 kg category. The virtual competition took place simultaneously across the country. From his first appearance, Lusignan, who represented Ontario given his membership with the Pembroke Club, lifted 128 kg at the snatch, which […]
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Special meeting of the Council of Mayors this Wednesday, March 24
There will be no exceptions for the month of March at the MRC Pontiac, a special meeting of the Council of Mayors will take place this Wednesday evening (March 24) at 6 p.m. As was the case in January and February, a special meeting is once again called. Note that the agenda will include the […]
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The Ministry of Public Security has launched its disaster risk awareness campaign
The Ministry of Public Security has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the risks of disasters, in particular flooding, of which the number and severity have increased in recent years in Quebec. The government wishes to educate the population on the importance of preparing and informing citizens, in particular those living in flood-prone areas, […]
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About twenty jobs available in several fields, according to the CJE Pontiac
The Carrefour jeunesse emploi (CJE) of the Pontiacposts several job offers each week located on the territory of the MRC Pontiac. From CJE Pontiac, Émilie Demers shared about twenty job offers currently available in the Pontiac. Listen to the full interview for more details.
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Diane Barette of Campbell’s Bay receives the Off-Road Vehicle Volunteer Recognition Award for the Outaouais region
Diane Barrette of Campbell’s Bay received the Off-Road Vehicle Volunteer Recognition Award for the Outaouais region. She is one of 30 recipients of the Award across the province, who received a letter and personalized video from the Minister of Transportation to accompany their trophy. The presentation of this Volunteer Recognition Award takes on a significant […]
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The CISSS de l’Outaouais is looking for staff for the COVID-19 vaccination campaign
The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) de l’Outaouais is looking for personnel for the COVID-19 vaccination campaign. The CISSS de l’Outaouais mentions having several human resources needs, including: – Service assistants and administrative agents, with a completed secondary 3 – Vaccinators, injectors and syringe preparers, with one of the following job […]
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$ 11,478 fine for the owner of Motel J & A Bowers
The Ministry of the Environment and the Fight against Climate Change has announced that James Bowers, the owner of Motel J&A Bowers, has been convicted of violating the Environment Quality Act. The latter will have to pay more than $ 11,478. According to the Ministry of the Environment, as an associate of the company, James […]
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COVID-19 cases in the Pontiac: Bristol appears on the list
The number of COVID-19 cases in the territory of the Pontiac Local Service Network (RLS) has now reached 9 active cases, for a total of 84 cases since the start of the pandemic. The municipality of Bristol has also appeared in municipalities with at least one (1) case of COVID-19. We should also note an […]
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