Impatience, jealousy and greed
October 23, 2024
About 35 years ago, I was sitting at a Back in 1969, I got to go to France as part of winning a provincial junior
About 35 years ago, I was sitting at a Back in 1969, I got to go to France as part of winning a provincial junior
About 35 years ago, I was sitting at a farmers’ meeting listening to an Ag Canada specialist tell a room full of Quebec farm representatives
For the last few years, in a world that has survived over thousands of centuries, our provincial government now in power has got its knickers
When I was a kid, Grandpa used to get the inside of the dairy barn “whitewashed” every spring when the milk cows were on pasture.
Now, with the fall fairs behind us, fall thoughts take over, with drastic family changes for many.Suddenly, everyone realizes they’re a year older. Children are
This is a little story about how and why I just don’t eat certain foods. Not everyone on this planet is allergic to or even
For your children, your family, yourself, or your grandparents. Most people today assume that if it’s available in a store, it must be safe to
On Labour Day weekend, like thousands of people from all over the world, I attended the Western Quebec Regional Fair in Shawville, Quebec. You would
A businessman was once nominated as a town councillor. I was in that business with my dad when the businessman told my dad: “I don’t
This is where ALL the mayors get together not just to express their needs and wants for their town or municipality, but also to work
About 35 years ago, I was sitting at a Back in 1969, I got to go to France as part of winning a provincial junior farmer contest. This started a year before, after our local agronomist found out that I
About 35 years ago, I was sitting at a farmers’ meeting listening to an Ag Canada specialist tell a room full of Quebec farm representatives how much more income Canadian farmers had made that year compared to the previous year.
For the last few years, in a world that has survived over thousands of centuries, our provincial government now in power has got its knickers in a knot over a group of people whose language had diminished from being the
When I was a kid, Grandpa used to get the inside of the dairy barn “whitewashed” every spring when the milk cows were on pasture. A couple old bachelors came with an old Fargo truck with a little whitewash sprayer
Now, with the fall fairs behind us, fall thoughts take over, with drastic family changes for many.Suddenly, everyone realizes they’re a year older. Children are now entering a new phase in their life. Some youngsters are just starting daycare or
This is a little story about how and why I just don’t eat certain foods. Not everyone on this planet is allergic to or even sensitive to the same things. My son is allergic to penicillin. One of the most
For your children, your family, yourself, or your grandparents. Most people today assume that if it’s available in a store, it must be safe to eat or give to others. Man has not survived for thousands of years by not
On Labour Day weekend, like thousands of people from all over the world, I attended the Western Quebec Regional Fair in Shawville, Quebec. You would not be there very long before you realized that agriculture is the basis of this
A businessman was once nominated as a town councillor. I was in that business with my dad when the businessman told my dad: “I don’t want to be bothered with that job.” My dad said, “Is this not a pretty
This is where ALL the mayors get together not just to express their needs and wants for their town or municipality, but also to work together to improve the MRC or county for the collective good. This is where the
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!
Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like
Get your tickets!
Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester
Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.
Friday, November 8th, 2025
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dinner & Dance: 6 PM – 12 AM (Doors open at 5 PM)
Music by Danny Sylvester
Cash bar
Tickets $20 – sold in advance
$10 after 7:30 for the dance
Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.
We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.
Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.
Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.
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Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir
Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.
Samedi le 8 Novembre
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dîner et danse : 18 h – 12 h (les portes ouvrent à 17 h)
Musique de Danny Sylvester
Barre de caisse
Billets 20 $ – vendus à l’avance
Billets 10 $ après 7h30 pour la danse
Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.
Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.
Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.
Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith
Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble.
The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome. Phone 819-647-3538 for information.
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!
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