I knew I was in an awful state. I could barely recognize myself.
I started using so I wouldn’t have to feel anything anymore. Unfortunately, all it did was make matters worse. I endured some unimaginable...
Generous contribution from Opération Enfant Soleil
Opération Enfant Soleil's generous contribution of $9,049 through "Fonds sport et santé durable" made it possible for our young, vulnerable clientele to benefit...
Women and Addiction Symposium, Transforming Words into Action
On April 10 & 11, Portage proudly hosted its second symposium: "Women and Addiction" in Moncton, New Brunswick. The symposium, held with the...
An invitation to théâtre Jean-Duceppe
Picture credit : duceppe.com Thanks to Hydro-Québec's generosity, eight residents from the Portage adult rehabilitation program at Lac Écho had the opportunity to...
Training for partners in the Chaudière-Appalaches region
March 18, 2024 - Today, in close collaboration with Action Jeunesse Côte-Sud and the Côte-du-Sud School Services Centre, a training session was conducted, focusing...
Official Opening Garderie Ribambelle Montréal
March 18 marked the official inauguration of Garderie Ribambelle Montréal, the first Portage-subsidized daycare. This event, held at the Mother and Child centre,...
A Night to Remember: Portage Saint-Malachie Residents at the OSQ
Thanks to the kindness of Orchestre symphonique de Québec (OSQ) and Britta Kröger from Maison Simons, 35 young individuals from the Portage residential...
District N1 Lions held their Cabinet meeting at the Portage Atlantic Center
We are deeply grateful for the generous contributions made by the District N1 Lions during their Cabinet meeting at the Portage Atlantic Center....
Substance Use Treatment Techniques
Our clinical counsellors play a vital role in our residents' therapeutic journey. They are pillars of support for our residents as they progress...
Portage Welcomes New Brunswick Lieutenant Governor Brenda L. Murphy
On February 27, Portage Cassidy Lake had the distinct pleasure of hosting a visit from New Brunswick's Lieutenant Governor, The Honourable Brenda L....
51st Metamorphosis Day – Portage anniversary
On February 14, all the Portage centres celebrated Metamorphosis Day - Portage's 51st anniversary. Montreal The Portage Centre at Lac Écho hosted...
The more I used, the more I resented everyone on the planet
My life before Portage was chaos. I wasn't living, I was surviving. I experienced perinatal bereavement, but never really faced up to it....
Portage Residents Supporting Moisson Montréal
Every month, the residents of Portage's Montreal day center dedicate their time to a noble cause: Moisson Montréal. This initiative provides much more...
The Clinique Virtuelle’s Visit
On February 5, Portage welcomed Alice Massicotte from Clinique Virtuelle for a tour of the Portage Mother and Child Centre, and Mental Health...
Portage Atlantic Celebrates Donation from 100 Women Who Care
Fredericton, January 18, 2024 - Portage Atlantic received a significant donation from the "100 Women Who Care - Fredericton". In a recent event,...
Mental Health: The Great Quandary
Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic, much has been said about the disastrous state of the population's mental health. Mental health issues are thought...
Freedom from addiction gave me a new lease on life
Before substance use crept into my life, I was a veritable ray of sunshine! As a youth, I excelled at sports and did...