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Portage and Aire Ouverte: A partnership to support youth and their families

Mental health and addiction challenges affect a growing number of youths, often leaving families and parents feeling helpless in the face of these...
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The Employment Reintegration Centre transformed my professional career

Having only completed Grade 10, I worked for minimal wages for many years and learned "on the job". I wasn't always receptive to...
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Social Media and Illicit Drug Sales: One Click Away From Addiction

Over the past few years, more and more young people have been buying drugs through major social media platforms. Online access to drugs...
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An educational expedition for Lac Écho youth residents

As part of a school outing, the residents of Lac Écho's adolescents and young adults program explored Montreal's Biodome along with their teacher...
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The dangers of cannabis on youth: Julien’s inspiring journey to recovery

At only 16, Julien's life took a turn when he used his first cannabis wax pen. This highly THC-concentrated e-cigarette quickly led him...
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Bell Let’s Talk 2025: Youth mental health, a priority

While conversations about mental health have come a long way over the past few decades, there is still much work ahead. According to...
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Plasma donation: HCPII residents give back to the community

In a remarkable show of solidarity, a few residents of HCPII (Habitations communautaires Portage II) and staff members participated in a plasma collection...
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Portage taught me about true self-love

I arrived at Portage Saint-Malachie on June 19, 2023. I was 17 years old and my life was falling apart. I could no...
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Wrapped joy at the Mother-Child centre

For the second consecutive year, employees at RBC Royal Bank invited the children from the Mother and Child program to write a letter...
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You alone can do it, but you can’t do it alone

These are the words of Alexandre, a graduate from the adult day program in Quebec, spoken during the Recognition Ceremony held on December...
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Défi sans dépendance: 500 km cycling journey to support youth in recovery

During National Addictions Awareness Week, Malyka, a graduate of the adolescent and young adult program, completed a seven-day, 500-kilometer cycling journey. This initiative...
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Portage Atlantic: Nashwaaksis Lions Club spreads Holiday cheer with generosity

This holiday season, the Nashwaaksis Lions Club has once again shown their unwavering support for Portage Atlantic. Their generous donation of $7,449 will...
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Portage Atlantic receives generous donation from IODE New Brunswick

Portage Atlantic were delighted to welcome back members of IODE New Brunswick, who arrived bearing essential items and recreational materials for the centre....
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Holiday crafting at Portage Atlantic

Residents from both communities at Portage Atlantic gathered to create holiday decorations together. The session brought warmth and festivity to the center as...
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Portage’s integrated school program: Learning through recovery

Portage's educational program stands as a unique model that integrates academic achievement with therapeutic recovery. The program offers a specialized learning environment where...
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Simple Plan Foundation: $20,000 for Portage youth

The Simple Plan Foundation held a press conference on November 22nd to announce the amounts donated to various organizations supporting at-risk youth, including...
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From the Abyss to the Light: My Journey at Portage

I'd like to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the guidance and support I received during my drug rehab therapy...
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Moisson Montréal awards the Volunteer Ambassador Award to Patrick Lord from the Portage Day Centre

On October 30, 2024, Moisson Montréal celebrated 40 years of solidarity and support in the fight against food insecurity at its Recognition Gala...