No matter where I go, I know I have a place I can call home
When I arrived at Portage, I was broken. I was in pain, I cried, and I ran from everything that scared me. I...
Choosing sobriety: A growing movement
Over the past few years, alcohol consumption has decreased significantly in Canada, while non-alcoholic beverages have become increasingly popular. This shift in consumer...
Portage showed me how to be the best version of myself
I started drinking when I was only nine years old, under pressure from my own mother. As I got older, I learned to...
Women and Addiction: Offering Understanding and Support
On March 8, Portage marked International Women's Rights Day, a perfect opportunity to reflect on the issues women face in various aspects of...
Portage Transforms Young People’s Lives Through Education and Therapy
The Portage Lac Écho Centre provides a space where young people can learn to rebuild their lives and lead a substance-free life. This...
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...
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...
