Cassidy Lake, New Brunswick – October 5, 2025 – Portage Atlantic celebrates 20 young graduates of its rehabilitation centre in Cassidy Lake today at its annual Recognition Ceremony, an event filled with emotion and pride. Under the theme “Change is,” the ceremony highlights the inspiring journeys of the adolescents and young adults who have successfully… Read more »
Moncton, July 25 – Portage Atlantic is pleased to announce the opening of its Community Care Program satellite office in Moncton. The office will be open and ready to receive clients as of Monday July 28, 2025. The Moncton Program will aim to improve access to for youth with substance use disorder and who may… Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
