On Truth and Reconciliation Day, Portage Atlantic brought residents and staff together to honor the day with meaningful activities to reflect, learn, and heal. The gathering began in the theatre room, where everyone observed a moment of silence to show respect for the history and experiences of Indigenous peoples. Following the silence, a Native prayer… Read more »
On Saturday, September 28th, the Nashwaaksis Lions Club held its annual Elm City Fall Classic, attracting an enthusiastic crowd to admire an impressive display of classic vehicles. The massive turnout of car enthusiasts and community members made the day a great success. Thanks to this collective effort, valuable funds were raised to support the programs… Read more »
Le congrès RPCU 2024 (Regroupement Provincial des Comités des Usagers) a eu lieu à l’Hôtel Delta de Trois-Rivières les 25-26-27 octobre derniers sous le thème “20 ans au service des usagers pour la défense de leurs droits. En cette occasion, 4 personnes impliquées au sein soit du comité des usagers de Portage – région de Montréal, soit… Read more »
On September 16, 2024, at the Café des Amis de la Montagne, Mr. Peter A. Howlett, founding president of Portage, received the Medal of Honor from the National Assembly in recognition of his involvement in the Montreal community. Mrs. Jennifer Maccarone, Member of Parliament for the Westmount-Saint-Louis riding, happily presented the medal to Mr. Howlett,… Read more »
On September 1st, the residents of the centre for Adolescents and Young Adults in Saint-Malachie had the opportunity to take part in a socio-cultural activity in collaboration with the Musée de la Civilisation in Quebec City. Thanks to the recreation committee, the proud organizer of the event, the participants were able to enjoy this outing…. Read more »
Portage held its 51st annual general meeting on September 11th. The organization was honored to welcome many Governors and Board Members in person. The event was also available live via a webinar link. This year, we were honored to welcome Ms. Geneviève Lefebvre, who was recently appointed as the new President and CEO, succeeding Mr…. Read more »
Reflecting on a Monumental Visit On September 4th, 2024, Portage was privileged to welcome the Honorable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, to our Lac Écho Centre in Prévost, QC. The visit marked a significant step forward in our collaborative efforts to improve mental health and addiction services… Read more »
The residents at Portage Ontario just wrapped up their annual Olympics Games, they proudly called the Eloralympics. From the 100m sprint to soccer keep-ups and the welly toss, residents showcased sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth. The closing ceremony awarded Best Sportsmanship, Best Motivator, and MVP, with medals for the top 3 finishers. Special shoutout to… Read more »
During August, the residents from the Adolescents and Young Adults Program at Portage Lac Écho participated in several activities. Among these was an introductory climbing session, organized in collaboration with ça me dit de grimper aimed at building self-confidence, pushing personal limits, and fostering cooperation among participants. Guided by professionals, the youth learned the basics… Read more »
The week of August 19, 2024, marked the opening of the Portage Games at the adolescents and young adults centre in Atlantic Canada at Cassidy Lake. The event was filled with excitement, camaraderie, and friendly competition. Over the course of the week, the residents participated in a variety of thrilling events, including the 100-meter sprint,… Read more »
