Testimonial from Léo, the pirate lost at sea
"I'm taking the time I need. It's March 1, 2022 and I am worn out as I walk to the door and away...
Julie, Mother of Graduate, Youth program, Lac Écho, 2021
After months of turmoil, our family challenge started on November 23, 2020 Covid certainly didn't make things easy. We discovered Portage by means...
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....
“Sobriety will be one of the greatest gifts we will ever give ourselves.”
On his Recognition Day, two years after finishing the residential program at Portage Elora, Noah delivered a heartfelt speech to his peers, their...
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...
“I didn’t want to live this life of addiction” – John, Adolescent program, 2020
What made you ask for help. Tell us about that process. A counsellor at school told me about Portage. I was not ready...
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,...
Anne-Marie’s Testimonial, Adolescent Program, 2004
ʺ At the age of 15, I was placed under the care of the Director of Youth Protection (Direction de la protection de...
