Celebrating Graduates Across Canada
During the October 21-22 weekend, Portage celebrated its graduates at traditional Recognition Day ceremonies across Canada. More than 250 graduates received their diploma,...
From Addiction to Recovery: 5 Stages of Change
Recovery day, which is celebrated every year on September 30, helps raise awareness about the complexity of addiction while also sending an important...
The Dark Side of Dopamine: Pleasure, Drugs and Solutions
Dopamine plays a central role in our well-being and our ability to experience feelings of pleasure and motivation. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter; often...
The Truman Show: Awakening, Finding Freedom and Redefining Oneself
Mr. Richard Mayrand, a generous donor and committed Portage volunteer, recently organized a special showing of the movie ʺThe Truman Showʺ for youth...
An academic program geared to youth in therapy
The start of summer marks the end of the school year at Portage. Did you know that all our youth programs in Québec,...
A Three to Six Month Rehabilitation Program Tailored to Youths’ Needs
Portage has been tailoring its addiction rehabilitation programs to the specific needs of young people and their families for many years now. Its...
The Cost of Substance Use in Canada: A Very Real Impact
A recently published report by the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) states ʺIn 2020, we estimate substance use (SU) cost...
Why asking for help doesn’t make you a bad parent
Illicit drug use among youth can stem from various factors including social pressure, curiosity, anxiety, depression or a desire to experience strong sensations....
How to Tell if You Have an Alcohol Problem in 4 Steps
The health risks linked to excessive alcohol use are well-known and have been the focus of numerous awareness campaigns. But it's not always...
Suicide Prevention Week 2023
The 33rd annual Suicide Prevention Week will take place from February 5th to 11th. Held under the theme ʺPrevention is Better than Deathʺ,...
