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Plasma donation: HCPII residents give back to the community
In a remarkable show of solidarity, a few residents of HCPII (Habitations communautaires Portage II) and staff members participated in a plasma collection drive in partnership with Héma-Québec. This important...
Portage taught me about true self-love
I arrived at Portage Saint-Malachie on June 19, 2023. I was 17 years old and my life was falling apart. I could no longer see the light at the end...
Wrapped joy at the Mother-Child centre
For the second consecutive year, employees at RBC Royal Bank invited the children from the Mother and Child program to write a letter to Santa Claus, describing the gift they...
You alone can do it, but you can’t do it alone
These are the words of Alexandre, a graduate from the adult day program in Quebec, spoken during the Recognition Ceremony held on December 8th at the Grand Théâtre de Québec....
Défi sans dépendance: 500 km cycling journey to support youth in recovery
During National Addictions Awareness Week, Malyka, a graduate of the adolescent and young adult program, completed a seven-day, 500-kilometer cycling journey. This initiative aimed to raise public awareness about addiction...
Portage Atlantic: Nashwaaksis Lions Club spreads Holiday cheer with generosity
This holiday season, the Nashwaaksis Lions Club has once again shown their unwavering support for Portage Atlantic. Their generous donation of $7,449 will greatly help support the program and youth...
Portage Atlantic receives generous donation from IODE New Brunswick
Portage Atlantic were delighted to welcome back members of IODE New Brunswick, who arrived bearing essential items and recreational materials for the centre. This latest visit follows their previous contribution...
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Holiday crafting at Portage Atlantic
Residents from both communities at Portage Atlantic gathered to create holiday decorations together. The session brought warmth and festivity to the center as residents crafted handmade ornaments, each adding their...
Portage’s integrated school program: Learning through recovery
Portage's educational program stands as a unique model that integrates academic achievement with therapeutic recovery. The program offers a specialized learning environment where residents receive individualized attention and support during...
Simple Plan Foundation: $20,000 for Portage youth
The Simple Plan Foundation held a press conference on November 22nd to announce the amounts donated to various organizations supporting at-risk youth, including the Portage Foundation. We would like to...
From the Abyss to the Light: My Journey at Portage
I'd like to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the guidance and support I received during my drug rehab therapy at the Portage program for mental health...
Five celebrities who transformed their lives by overcoming addiction
Anyone can become addicted to drugs or alcohol, even celebrities. Some choose to speak openly about their road to recovery. Here are five celebrities who battled their demons and now...
Huîtres en affaires, the philanthropic culinary event of the year
November 6th, 2024 - The Huîtres en affaires philanthropic culinary event was held yesterday at Complexe Desjardins and once again proved to be a tremendous success this year raising a...
Users’ Rights Week 2024: Reaffirming our rights, Strengthening our achievements
Once again this year, each of Portage's eight resident committees will mark Users' Rights Week in various ways, from November 10 to 16, 2024. The National Users' Rights Week in...
Portage, my saving grace that I will always cherish
Eric's journey from addiction to recovery is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of second chances. Before going to Portage Atlantic, Eric faced overwhelming challenges, trapped in a...
$50,000 raised for the construction of a youth’s wing at the Lac Écho Centre
Artist Sylvie Dagenais held a fund-raising event entitled Exposition d'art : Tout en couleur on September 10th in Sainte-Adèle. Organized for the benefit of the Portage Foundation, the event welcomed some...
