Gatineau April 1, 2026– Centraide Outaouais is proud to announce a new partnership with CHIP 101.9, the Pontiac’s community radio station, as part of its 50/50 draw. This collaboration aims to expand the reach of this fundraising initiative while highlighting citizen engagement and the vitality of local media in the region, with direct benefits for community organizations in the Pontiac. 

A 100% local impact for the Pontiac 

As part of this partnership, funds raised through ticket sales in the Pontiac — whether purchased directly at the station or via QR code — will be entirely redistributed to community organizations within the MRC. Funds raised locally will stay local.

In total, nine organizations supported by Centraide Outaouais in the Pontiac will benefit from this initiative, including Bouffe Pontiac, le Centre Serge Bélair, le Comptoir St-Pierre de Fort-Coulonge, Le Jardin éducatif du Pontiac, la Maison de la famille du Pontiac, les Maisons de jeunes du Pontiac et Le Patro de Fort-Coulonge/Mansfield. 

These organizations play a vital role in supporting individuals and families facing vulnerability, by offering local services tailored to the realities of the region. 

A local voice serving its community 

Acteur incontournable de la vie régionale, CHIP 101,9 contribue activement à informer, rassembler et mobiliser les citoyens. Par ce partenariat, la station met sa portée et sa crédibilité au service d’une cause qui touche directement sa communauté. 

A key player in regional life, CHIP 101.9 actively informs, connects, and mobilizes citizens. Through this partnership, the station is leveraging its reach and credibility to support a cause that directly impacts its community. 

“This partnership perfectly reflects what we aim to strengthen: local solutions, driven by and for communities. Thanks to the commitment of CHIP 101.9, we are able to expand our presence in the Pontiac and provide concrete support to organizations that make a difference every day,” said Cédric Tessier, Executive Director of Centraide Outaouais. 

“As a community radio station, it is only natural for us to be involved in an initiative that gives back directly to our community. The 50/50 draw is a simple and accessible way for our population to support causes that matter to them,” added David Gillespie, Chair of the Board of Directors. 

A simple gesture with a real impact 

The Centraide Outaouais 50/50 draw gives participants a chance to win a cash prize while directly contributing to improving living conditions in their community. 

This partnership with CHIP 101.9 clearly demonstrates the importance of collaboration among local stakeholders to address social challenges and build a stronger, more inclusive, and resilient community. 

About CHIP 101.9: 

CHIP 101.9 is a bilingual community radio station based in the Pontiac. Its mission is to inform, entertain, and bring people together by highlighting local realities, issues, and initiatives. 

About the Centraide Outaouais 50/50: 

The Centraide Outaouais 50/50 is a lottery draw whose proceeds are used to support programs and services that assist individuals and families in need across the region. Funds raised are redistributed to community partner organizations working to reduce poverty and social exclusion. 

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