As part of International Women’s Rights Day, we had the privilege of participating in a panel hosted by our generous partner, the Valero Energy Foundation of Canada. Moderated by Louis-Philippe Gariépy, Senior Director of Public and Government Affairs – Canada, the discussion aimed to inform employees about the tangible impact of their company’s social investment… 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 »
It was in the form of a corn boil that the parents of the users of the residential centre in Saint-Malachie were invited to come and experience and share the daily life of their children. After participating together in daily chores, a “parents-residents” volleyball match animated the afternoon. The day ended with a group exercise… Read more »
On August 2nd, mini-Olympics were organized for the residents of Saint-Malachie and participants from the Quebec program. A total of 35 people took part in this sunny day in Saint-Malachie. Basketball and volleyball were on the agenda for the four teams composed of residents, participants, and staff members. It was a friendly competition that created… Read more »
For several years now, the residents of Saint-Malachie have had the opportunity to participate annually in an expedition with the facilitators from Odyssée Aventure. This emerging program from camps Odyssée aims to provide significant outdoor experiences to adolescent and young adult clients. The youth of the Saint-Malachie community have rolled up their sleeves by getting… Read more »
Thanks to the kindness of Orchestre symphonique de Québec (OSQ) and Britta Kröger from Maison Simons, 35 young individuals from the Portage residential and social reintegration programs in Saint-Malachie had the opportunity to attend a concert by the Quebec Symphony Orchestra at the Grand Théâtre de Québec. Directed by Japanese Maestra Nodoka Okisawa, the orchestra… Read more »
Every month, the residents of Portage’s Montreal day center dedicate their time to a noble cause: Moisson Montréal. This initiative provides much more than just assistance to the community; it is a key component of the therapeutic process for our residents. By actively participating in receiving donations, sorting food, and preparing baskets for community organizations,… Read more »
