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Bellehumeur Électrique: A Leader in Fiber Optics in Abitibi-Témiscamingue
Bellehumeur Électrique from Lorrainville positions itself as a leader in the fiber optics industry in the region. Under the leadership of Yann Bellehumeur, master electrician, the company has made significant investments in developing cutting-edge expertise. Highly trained and qualified, the Bellehumeur Électrique team provides tailored and high-performance solutions for the commercial and industrial sectors.
Anita Fournier, an Anishinaabe artist
Anita Fournier, an Anishinaabe artist from the Timiskaming First Nation, is launching Wildflower Stitch. This new business specializes in crafting regalia for Pow Wows. Positioned between sacred symbol and artistic creation, the ceremonial outfits she designs are made available to communities throughout Abitibi-Témiscamingue and Northeastern Ontario.
Massage therapy services offered by Tina Simpson
Since August 2024, Tina Simpson, a certified massage therapist and member of the Réseau des massothérapeutes professionnels du Québec, has been offering her services to the Timiskaming First Nation and the entire Témiscamingue population. In a soothing setting, she offers Swedish, therapeutic and chair massages, promoting well-being and individual healing.
Maïna Dubois, Kinesiologist-Physiotherapist
Already heavily involved in the Temiscamingue community as a health professional and physical activity specialist, Maïna Dubois is now offering her kinesiology and kinesitherapy services on a full-time basis. In addition to using movement for prevention and performance, her post-graduate degree also enables her to offer treatments to her clientele.
The Raid Témiscamingue 2024: A unifying project with major economic benefits
The 3rd edition of the Raid International Témiscamingue was held from September 5 to 8. This remarkable showcase for adventure tourism is the fruit of the mobilization of 50 companies and organizations, 90 landowners and 150 volunteers. The event generated over $20 million in media exposure and $800,000 in direct and indirect revenue for the region.
Lactalis Canada's Laverlochère plant celebrates its 100th anniversary
Established in Laverlochère by two members of the Lafrenière family, the Lactalis plant celebrated its 100th anniversary on October 2. This milestone event highlights a century of history and the major role the site plays in the Canadian dairy industry. As part of the celebrations, a donation of $10,000 was made to the Club des petits déjeuners at Latulipe and Lorrainville schools.
Île aux Pousses ready-to-eat salads now available year-round
L'île aux Pousses owner Karine Rannou is on a roll. The Duhamel-Ouest-based grower of a wide variety of microgreens is officially launching a line of ready-to-eat salads. This addition to her offering was born of the success of a project initiated in the summer of 2024. Grown in a sustainable manner, micrograin salads are prepared with certified gluten-free and lactose-free ingredients.
Ferme JMA Gauthier: A pioneer in organic dairy production in the region
In 2020, Ferme JMA Gauthier in Lorrainville began its transition to organic management. Co-owner Annick Gauthier is now a pioneer in the region, offering the first certified organic milk. Nearby Le Fromage au Village sells its milk in bottles and processes some of it into cheese. Projects abound for this entrepreneur, who is determined to rise to any challenge.
Michelle Sabater starts up the Gîte à Mimi
Le Gîte à Mimi de Laverlochère: New lodging and ready-to-eat meals offer
Since July, a new lodging offer has been added to the eastern Témiscamingue region. Le Gîte à Mimi in Laverlochère offers workers rental rooms with full bathroom, kitchenette and rest area. Owner Michelle Sabater also offers her customers a fresh produce counter, a wide variety of frozen convenience foods and much more.