December 26, 2014, Dr Keith MacLellan was appointed as a Member of the Order of Canada, for his contributions to advancing rural medicine in Canada. His family goes back seven generations locally in Pontiac County. Doctor MacLellan is a founding member of the group now known as the Society of Rural Physicians. The National Head Office is in Shawville, Quebec.
Jelly Massee Art Fundraiser at the Archives
September 26, 2025
Local artist Jelly Massee has donated one of her historical paintings to the Pontiac Archives for an online auction. The piece, entitled “Camping on the Ottawa”, will be open for bids until 10:30 am on October 22, 2025. Please visit https://auction.pontiacarchives.org to take part in the auction.