Generous contribution from Opération Enfant Soleil

Opération Enfant Soleil’s generous contribution of $9,049 through “Fonds sport et santé durable” made it possible for our young, vulnerable clientele to benefit from a step machine, a new coveted piece of equipment.

Portage’s Lac Écho residential centre welcomes teenagers aged 14 to 18, many of whom have started using drugs at a very young age. Physical exercise is key to empowering residents and helping their daily battle against addiction. This stair‑climbing machine provides various training options to assess individual progress, monitor heart rate and boost self-esteem, while improving mental health through the release of endorphins.

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to OES on behalf of all the young people who will benefit from this new equipment, improving their well-being. Your invaluable partnership truly makes a difference and your dedication to the success of each of these lives is deeply appreciated.