The Honourable Ted Arnott, MPP for the riding of Wellington, and Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario visited our treatment centre in Elora to felicitate Portage on its 50th anniversary. He thanked and praised Portage for its work to serve at-risk youth from all regions of Ontario and extended his best wishes to Portage for… Read more »
Portage Atlantic celebrated several of its wonderful volunteers whose contribution is essential to its success. The event was marked by touching messages shared by the youth, staff, and volunteers, complemented by a delicious cake and highlighted by the presentation of a magnificent piece of art created by one of the residents. It was an opportunity… Read more »
“They did Portage” series continues with Dan’s amazing story. He struggled with substance abuse in his teenage years and ended up going through the Portage program at Cassidy Lake in New Brunswick. After finishing his program, he turned his life around and went on to become a successful entrepreneur, investor, author and business coach. His… Read more »
On January 17, 2023, Portage Ontario hosted its first awareness event of the year. Held at the Royal Canadian Military Institute, the evening was an opportunity to introduce community members to Portage and the work it does in their community. Highlight of the evening, undoubtedly, was when a Portage graduate spoke about her challenges with… Read more »
Portage attended the FMF 2022 on November 9- November 12 in Toronto. During this time, it met with and shared information about Portage services for Ontario adolescents (14-18 years of age), referral mechanisms, community partnerships and the holistic circle of care for every young person who comes to Portage. Family Medicine Forum (FMF) is Canada’s… Read more »
The 19th edition of Soirée des Grands Philanthropes was held at Windsor Station’s Salle des pas perdus on Thursday, September 29th. This year, Portage paid tribute to an exceptional man, Mr. Lino A. Saputo, Chair of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer of Saputo Inc. The partners’ outstanding generosity made it possible for Portage… Read more »
We were deeply saddened by the passing away of André Chagnon on October 8th. Mr. Chagnon was a visionary businessman and a committed, well-known philanthropist. He was also a member of the large Portage family as Vice-Chairman of its Board of Directors for 50 years. His contribution to Portage is invaluable. All of us at… Read more »
On October 1, 2022, Portage Ontario celebrated its annual recognition ceremony. Attended by over 110 guests the event celebrated those who completed the residential phase of treatment. It also recognized those who had achieved the one-year positive lifestyle milestone. Speaking to the guests, Ms. Sara Erskine, Portage Ontario Board said that the path walked by… Read more »
On June 2nd, Portage attended the first edition of the Social Impact Film and Art Festival. As part of their music lessons, residents from the Adolescent Program at Lac Écho composed and recorded the song “Something New” to express the impact therapy had on their recovery. A music video was created and presented at the… Read more »
The fifth annual Pedal for Portage cycling event in Elora took place on Saturday, September 24, 2022. It was wonderful to see so many past participants return after the pandemic. Thank you to all those who supported our cyclists in their fundraising efforts. Since its inception, the event has raised over $250,000 for Portage’s Residential… Read more »
