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Riverview Ford honors Dave Emmerson with a donation to Portage Atlantic

Portage Atlantic was pleased to welcome Chad Livingston, General Manager of Riverview Ford Lincoln in Fredericton, for a visit to the centre at Cassidy Lake. During his visit, Mr. Livingston...
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Portage Atlantic at the Philanthropy in Action celebration

Every year, the Fredericton Community Foundation hosts the Philanthropy in Action celebration - an unforgettable evening celebrating the Fredericton area community and its' generosity. This years' event honoured Brenda and...
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Launch of the Book “Drogues : Savoir plus, Risquer moins”

As part of our commitment to raising awareness, education, and harm reduction related to substance use, Portage is proud to support the launch of the 9th edition of Drogues :...
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“Table du Chef” 2025 – Fairmont Le Château Frontenac

The Table du Chef event-organized by the Portage Foundation in collaboration with the team at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac-was held on Tuesday, April 29 and raised more than $10,000. The...
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An inspiring artistic experience for Portage residents

On Wednesday, April 30, women from Portage's Adult Program had the wonderful opportunity to attend Janette, a play by prolific author Rébecca Déraspe, at the Duceppe theater at Place des...
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Inauguration of the Marcelle and Jean Coutu Pavilion

Update: August 2025 - The campaign goal was surpassed thanks to additional contributions.   Portage was proud to inaugurate the new Marcelle and Jean Coutu pavilion on May 6, at...
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National Volunteer Week 2025

Each year during National Volunteer Week, Portage Atlantic recognizes the tireless dedication of Volunteers that contribute to the success of the youth and the Portage program. This years' celebration, which...
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Saint-Malachie residents ready to vote with confidence

The residents of Portage Saint-Malachie had the opportunity to take part in educational activities aimed at better understanding the electoral issues and evaluating the voting options available to them. We...
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Microscopic World and Karate: A Day Full of Discoveries

On April 1st, adolescents and young adults from the Portage program at the Lac Écho residential centre took part in a memorable activity that energized both their mind and body....
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Cultural outing for the residents of the Mother and Child program

We want to sincerely thank American Iron & Metal for donating 12 tickets to Portage to attend a concert by world-renowned Australian singer Kylie Minogue.  This unforgettable evening took place...
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Ceremony for the King Charles III’s Coronation Medal

We are delighted to announce that Mrs. Colette Taylor, Vice-President of Philanthropic Development, was among the distinguished recipients honoured at the regional ceremony for the King Charles III's Coronation Medal...
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Portage welcomes two addiction psychiatry fellows from McGill University

Friday, March 14, 2025 - Portage was pleased to welcome Dr. M. Alshaban and Dr. M. Alotaibi for a visit to its Montreal centres, dedicated to the Mother and Child...
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Advanced training for partners in the Chaudière-Appalaches region

Last year, two Portage Saint-Malachie staff members (Jackie Brousseau and Myriam Khediri) led a training day on prevention and awareness of sexual exploitation for youth workers in the MRCs of...
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Outdoor Activity at Portage Lac Écho

On Saturday, March 8th, about fifteen participants from various social reintegration programs (Mother-Child, Mental Health and Addiction, Adults, and Adolescents and Young Adults) gathered for an outdoor activity at the...
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Portage participates in Valero Energy Foundation of Canada panel

As part of International Women's Rights Day, we had the privilege of participating in a panel hosted by our generous partner, the Valero Energy Foundation of Canada. Moderated by Louis-Philippe...
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From Isolation to Entrepreneurship: Christian’s Inspiring Journey

At 43, alcohol had completely isolated Christian from the outside world. A former hotel general manager, he spent his days alone in his room drinking, his only connection to the...
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Visit of the National Director of Youth Protection to Portage Lac Écho

February 21, 2025 - The Portage centre at Lac Écho welcomed Ms. Lesley Hill, National Director of Youth Protection (DPJ) and Associate Deputy Minister - Ministry of Health and Social...
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Portage in the Community: Presence at Aire Ouverte Kirkland and the Moncton Youth Hub

Mental health and addiction challenges are affecting a growing number of young people, often leaving families and loved ones feeling overwhelmed by complex situations. In these moments of uncertainty, having...