Making History: The Equity Prepares for Its Largest Issue in 143 Years

As the Pontiac prepares for a landmark moment – the 170th anniversary of the Expo Shawville FairThe Equity is gearing up for a record-breaking milestone of its own. Our upcoming August 27th, 2026 edition is officially shaping up to be the largest issue in the newspaper’s entire 143-year history!

Our team has been hard at work planning an expansive edition packed with exclusive fair guides, historical retrospectives, and deep dives into the agricultural roots and traditions that define our community. For generations, The Equity has served as the trusted “Voice of the Pontiac”, and this milestone issue reflects the enduring strength and spirit of the region we serve.

An Unprecedented Opportunity for Local Businesses

Because of the massive volume and production scale required for this historic edition, print space and layout deadlines are strictly limited.

  • Advertising Deadline: Wednesday, August 19th @ 5:00 PM

If you are a local business, you want to be front and center with the thousands of readers who count on The Equity every week to deliver quality local journalism that connects our communities. This special anniversary issue guarantees maximum visibility across the Ottawa Valley during the busiest week of the season.

Contact our advertising team today to secure your space before the deadline passes.  We can be reached directly at ads@theequity.ca or by calling 819-647-2204 extension 1002.

Where to Find Your Copy

We hope this edition will be a collector’s keepsake celebrating 170 years of local fair heritage.

Subscribers will receive their copy delivered directly to their mailboxes as usual. If you are not a subscriber, we encourage you to stop by one of the many retail locations across the region that carry The Equity to grab yours off the shelf while supplies last.

Thank you for continuing to make local journalism possible across the Pontiac.

Support local. Shop local. And see you at the Fair!

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