The Table du Chef event—organized by the Portage Foundation in collaboration with the team at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac—was held on Tuesday, April 29 and raised more than $10,000. The renowned hotel’s kitchen welcomed 20 business leaders who took part in preparing an elevated gourmet meal with the Fairmont chefs. We took this opportunity to… Read more »
On Wednesday, April 30, women from Portage’s Adult Program had the wonderful opportunity to attend Janette, a play by prolific author Rébecca Déraspe, at the Duceppe theater at Place des Arts. Thanks to the generosity of our long-time partner Hydro-Québec, the women enjoyed this powerful production celebrating the remarkable legacy of this 100-year-old trailblazer for… Read more »
Update: August 2025 – The campaign goal was surpassed thanks to additional contributions. Portage was proud to inaugurate the new Marcelle and Jean Coutu pavilion on May 6, at the Lac Écho residential centre in Prévost, which is home to adolescents and young adults struggling with addiction. The former building, which dated to 1939,… Read more »
Each year during National Volunteer Week, Portage Atlantic recognizes the tireless dedication of Volunteers that contribute to the success of the youth and the Portage program. This years’ celebration, which took place at the Portage Atlantic Centre, included speeches, awards, treats and a fun gardening activity to recognize our incredible volunteers. The seeds started during… Read more »
The residents of Portage Saint-Malachie had the opportunity to take part in educational activities aimed at better understanding the electoral issues and evaluating the voting options available to them. We would like to thank two parents involved in the family support group, who met with the Saint-Malachie community to talk about politics. These two parents… Read more »
On April 1st, adolescents and young adults from the Portage program at the Lac Écho residential centre took part in a memorable activity that energized both their mind and body. That morning, Mr. Éric Lécuyer, Director of the RNA Biology Research Unit at the Clinical Research Institute of Montreal (IRCM), introduced our young residents to… Read more »
We want to sincerely thank American Iron & Metal for donating 12 tickets to Portage to attend a concert by world-renowned Australian singer Kylie Minogue. This unforgettable evening took place in the company’s box at Bell Centre on Sunday, March 30. Mothers from the Mother and Child Program enjoyed a unique cultural experience made possible… Read more »
We are delighted to announce that Mrs. Colette Taylor, Vice-President of Philanthropic Development, was among the distinguished recipients honoured at the regional ceremony for the King Charles III’s Coronation Medal in the Greater Montreal area, held on Thursday, March 20. The Portage family extends its heartfelt congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. This medal celebrates her… Read more »
Friday, March 14, 2025 – Portage was pleased to welcome Dr. M. Alshaban and Dr. M. Alotaibi for a visit to its Montreal centres, dedicated to the Mother and Child and Mental Health and Addiction programs. In Canada as part of McGill University’s Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Program, Drs. Alshaban and Alotaibi had the opportunity to… Read more »
At Portage Atlantic, recovery is not just about sobriety, it’s also about rebuilding lives and futures. That’s why the Youth Skilled Trades Exploration Program (STEP) pilot was launched: to give youth in treatment the chance to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in skilled trades while working on their personal growth. The STEP is a powerful partnership… Read more »
