Launch of WestQuebecers.ca – A New Digital Home for the Regional Association of West Quebecers
Calumet Media is proud to announce the launch of the new website for the Regional Association of West Quebecers (RAWQ): WestQuebecers.ca. This new digital platform strengthens the Association’s ability to serve the English-speaking community across the Outaouais, offering a modern, accessible, and user-friendly hub for information and resources. A refreshed online presence The new WestQuebecers.ca […]
The Equity to Increase Size, Subscription Rates for New Subscribers
This article was originally published in The Equity on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025 It’s no secret the local news business is not without its challenges these days. While newspapers across the country are cutting back, outsourcing, or closing altogether, we have been finding ways to invest in our product and delivery methods. Over the past […]
Calumet Media launches new municipal website for Clarendon
We’re excited to announce the launch of the new website for the Municipality of Clarendon: Clarendon.ca. This project marks another step in our ongoing work with municipalities across the Pontiac to modernize their digital presence. The new site gives residents and visitors a simple, mobile-friendly way to access municipal information, council updates, and community resources. […]
Tuning In to What’s Next: Launching Digital Audio for Local Advertising in the Ottawa Valley
Before launching Calumet Media, I spent 20 years in local media—12 of them in radio. When I started working for Rogers Radio Ottawa, streaming music was still an experiment. Stations were reluctant to spend money delivering their content online when it was already free over the airwaves. But that world changed quickly. Radios are now […]
Note to Readers: In-store price change
This article was originally published in The Equity on Wednesday, July 16th, 2025 Even though most of our readers subscribe, there’s still a good number of folks who pick up THE EQUITY now and then from their local depanneur or grocery store. Some grab a copy when their neighbour’s kid is on the front page. […]
The Equity’s Shawville Fair Special Section – coming August 20th
The biggest week of the summer is almost here – and so is The Equity’s annual Shawville Fair Special Feature! This keepsake edition hits newsstands Wednesday, August 20th, just in time to get readers hyped for the Fair. Why advertise in this issue?Because everyone reads it. From long-time locals to visiting families, this edition is […]
Facebook Advertising in the Pontiac: How It Works and Why It Matters for Small Businesses
Small businesses in the Pontiac region are discovering that Facebook isn’t just for sharing community news – it’s become a powerful local marketing tool. In our rural area, Facebook offers an easy way to reach thousands of residents who might otherwise be hard to connect with. More than 12,000 people in the Pontiac use Meta’s […]
Corporate & Group Subscription Plans Now Available at The Equity
Calumet Media is excited to introduce Corporate & Group Subscription Plans for The Equity. Now, businesses, municipalities, schools, and community organizations can offer their staff easy access to reliable, local journalism—at a discounted rate. Providing subscriptions to The Equity isn’t just about staying informed helps in building stronger connections with the Pontiac. Our coverage of […]
Supporting Non-Profits in the Pontiac & The Ottawa Valley
Non-profit organizations help weave the fabric of our community—whether through culture, advocacy, local business development, or care for those in need. From historical societies and business groups to health advocates and arts organizations, these groups keep us connected—and we’re proud to share new ways Calumet Media and The Equity are stepping up our support. Introducing […]
Pontiac Printshop Gets a Brand Update
The Pontiac Printshop is proud to introduce its updated brand identity, including a new logo and colour scheme that reflect its growing collaboration with parent company Calumet Media. The updated logo mirrors Calumet’s visual style, incorporating the distinctive speech bubble found in the Calumet Media logo. This shared element highlights the shared mission of both […]