Holiday
Centre Actu-Elle Halloween party
Saint-André-AvellinOctober 29, 2026Centre Actu-Elle invites women to celebrate Halloween, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a meal provided. Costumes are encouraged.
Community · Saint-André-Avellin
Centre Actu-Elle
This women's centre welcomes women of all ages and backgrounds, with one service point in Saint-André-Avellin and another in the Buckingham sector. It offers workshops and gatherings, as well as a place to regain confidence.
Good to know
- Hours
- Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Drop-in daycare (MRC de Papineau)
- Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., small fee
- Main office (Buckingham)
- 819 986-9713
- Petite-monnaie
- Accepts the Petite-monnaie, the local currency of the MRC de Papineau
Its events
Events in Saint-André-Avellin
Festival
Saint-André-Avellin Western Festival
Saint-André-AvellinEleven days, mid to late July · 2027 dates to be announcedThis festival is the Petite-Nation's major summer event. It features IPRA professional rodeos that count toward the Coupe Canada in…
Festival
Twist Fibre Festival
Saint-André-AvellinSecond weekend of August · 2027 dates to be announcedThe festival brings together more than 120 wool and fibre exhibitors at Complexe Whissell, and offers workshops on spinning, knitting and…
Community
Disco Skate
Saint-André-AvellinNovember 7, 2026Participants skate to music at the arena, and costumes are welcome. This Saturday-evening outing suits teenagers and parents alike.
Groups & organizations
Community · Saint-André-Avellin
Alliance alimentaire Papineau
This organization works toward food autonomy across the MRC through a community fridge, meals on wheels, collective kitchens, a seed library and fruit-tree planting. Its office is on rue Principale in Saint-André-Avellin.
Office Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WebsiteFacebook819 983-1714info@alliancealimentairepapineau.com
Sources: 211 Québec, Saint-André-Avellin (town) · Checked 2026-10-19
Seniors · Saint-André-Avellin
Comité régional troisième âge Papineau (CR3A)
Since 1978, CR3A has helped seniors across the MRC remain in their own homes as long as possible through friendly visits, courtesy calls and a tax clinic. The 'yellow house' on rue Principale also offers support for caregivers and groups for bereaved people.
Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.)
Website819 983-1565accueil@cr3a.ca
Sources: Comité régional troisième âge Papineau (CR3A), Saint-André-Avellin (town) · Checked 2026-10-19
Sports & recreation · Saint-André-Avellin
Association du hockey mineur de la Petite-Nation (AHMPN)
The association brings together minor hockey for the entire Petite-Nation under the Seigneurs banner. It hosts the Tournoi des Seigneurs every fall and has launched a free development program for its players.
WebsiteFacebook819 775-0265AHMPN@outlook.com
Sources: Association du hockey mineur de la Petite-Nation (AHMPN), Thurso (town) · Checked 2026-10
Sports & recreation · Saint-André-Avellin
FC Petite-Nation
The regional soccer club for the Petite-Nation plays its season in spring and summer. In 2026, practices began on May 18, and schedules are posted on PlaniTournoi.
WebsiteFacebook819 230-8419info@fcpetitenation.com
Sources: FC Petite-Nation, Saint-André-Avellin (town) · Checked 2026-10
Sports & recreation · Saint-André-Avellin
Association des chasseurs, pêcheurs, trappeurs et archers de la Vallée de la Petite-Nation (ACPTA)
This regional association brings together hunters, anglers, trappers and archers in the Petite-Nation. It is a point of contact for people who wish to get involved in local wildlife and outdoor issues.
WebsiteFacebook819 661-1553info@acptapetitenation.com
Sources: Thurso (town), Papineauville (town) · Checked 2026-10
Health & support · Saint-André-Avellin
Association pour personnes handicapées de Papineau (APHP)
The association offers educational, sports and social activities for people with disabilities across the MRC, as well as respite for their families. Its premises are on Route 321 Nord in Saint-André-Avellin.
WebsiteFacebook819 983-2648info@laphp.ca
Sources: 211 Québec, Saint-André-Avellin (town) · Checked 2026-10-19