Montréal, November 25, 2024—Portage, an organization that has helped over 40,000 people take back control of their lives through its specialized addiction treatment programs, is reaffirming its commitment to being a key player in the fight against addiction in Québec. National Addictions Awareness Week, which runs from November 24 to 30, is an ideal time… Read more »
News Releases
National Addictions Awareness Week 2024 – Let’s talk about Teens and Drugs
November 24th, 2024 – As part of National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW), which will be held from November 24th to 30th 2024, Portage will aim to spotlight effective solutions for addressing the harms caused by alcohol and drug use. Tackling substance use issues with youth before they escalate into more serious or even life-threatening problems… Read more »
Portage Atlantic Recognition 2024 “Better days”
Cassidy Lake, NB, October 6, 2024 – Yesterday, Portage Atlantic families recognized the remarkable achievements of 22 youth who completed the residential phase of their rehabilitation treatment program and 11 youth who have maintained one year positive lifestyle back in the community. Finding freedom from addiction, reconnecting with loved ones, going back to work or… Read more »
Geneviève Lefebvre joins Portage as its new President and CEO
Montréal, August 15, 2024 — The Portage Board of Trustees is proud to announce the arrival of Ms. Geneviève Lefebvre as the organization’s new President and CEO, effective September 9, 2024. Ms. Lefebvre, who will succeed Mr. Peter A. Howlett, brings with her extensive leadership experience as well as a passion for the well-being of… Read more »
Press Release – Women and Addiction Symposium, Transforming Words into Action
Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, April 10 & 11, 2024 – Recognizing the vital role of collective efforts between government, private agencies, and organizations in effectively addressing addiction issues, Portage Atlantic is proudly hosting its second solution-oriented symposium titled “Women and Addiction”. The symposium, held with the overarching goal of eliminating barriers to meaningful addiction treatment… Read more »
Press Release – Portage Inaugurates the Garderie Ribambelle Montréal, Its First Subsidized Daycare
Montreal, March 18, 2024 – Portage announced today the opening of the Garderie Ribambelle Montréal, its first daycare, subsidized by the Ministry of Families. Located on the premises of the Mother and Child Centre in the heart of Montreal’s Griffintown neighborhood, the daycare accommodates 38 children, including 20 infants, under the supervision of a team… Read more »
News Release – Portage Pays Tribute to its Graduates at the 50th Recognition Day Ceremony
Montréal, October 23, 2023 – Yesterday was a day of celebration at Place-des-Arts for Portage graduates attending the traditional Recognition Day ceremony in honour of those who have completed their rehabilitation program in the course of the year. The event also celebrates those who have maintained a positive lifestyle over the past year. The ceremony paid… Read more »
Press Release – 21st Portage Games, Putting into practice the skills acquired in therapy
Putting into practice the skills acquired in therapy Saint-Malachie, August 14, 2023 – From August 14 to 17, Portage proudly welcomes the long-awaited 21st edition of the Portage Games to the Saint-Malachie site after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The event, which takes place over one week of lively camaraderie and competition, will… Read more »
Press Release – Portage Celebrates 50 Years of Helping People Overcome Their Dependencies
Montréal, February 14, 2023 – Portage is very proud to be celebrating its 50th anniversary today. The first Portage residential rehabilitation centre opened its doors in Prévost, on the shores of Lake Écho, in the Laurentians, on February 14, 1973. Portage now operates 13 centres dedicated to helping people with dependencies in Québec, Ontario and New-Brunswick…. Read more »
Press Release – Portage Launches ʺAddiction Trapsʺ National Awareness Campaign
Montréal, November 21, 2022 –Portage’s Addiction Traps Awareness Campaign was launched in response to overwhelming findings regarding the state of our youth over the two years of the COVID-19 pandemic. Far from reducing Canadians’ alcohol and drug consumption, the pandemic has had a devastating effect on our youths’ mental health(1). Isolation, school closures, dysfunctional family… Read more »