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The Second Chance of a Drug-Addicted Mother

A drug-addicted mother, like any other mom, wishes for the happiness of her children. However, she faces greater challenges than other mothers, in...
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Knowing How to Let Go

I am not a Victim Only I am responsible for my actions and my decisions. I could forever blame my difficulties on my...
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Cannabis is an Insidious Herb

Innocent Beginnings I started using cannabis around the age of 12, to deal with all the anger and the feelings of injustice I...
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Seven Ways to Start Talking About Drugs With a Teenager

It’s not easy for parents to start a conversation about drugs with their children. But youths become vulnerable targets as soon as they...
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Drug Addiction and Mental Health Issues Just Don’t Mix Well

Having to deal with drug addiction and mental health problems at the same time makes everything twice as complicated. Mickaël tried many times...
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45 Years of Strength, Sustainability and Resistance

Portage opened its doors 45 years ago. Since then, it has relied, day in, day out, on over 400 committed employees to successfully...
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8 Celebrities Who Gave Life Another Chance

For the 28e Semaine nationale de prévention du suicide (28th National Suicide Prevention Week), it’s a good thing to remind ourselves that after...
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Do You Have A Student Who’s Struggling With Drugs or Alcohol?

Portage helps youth overcome drug addiction while continuing their studies IN QUÉBEC Our centre in Prévost accommodates 30 English-speaking adolescents between the age...
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28 Benefits of Going Alcohol-Free for 28 Days

Many studies have shown that going alcohol-free for a month has positive impacts on one’s physical and mental health. To help you get...