"$56"-*5 4r/&84 THE PRESCOTT AND RUSSELL RESIDENCE FOUNDATION RALLIES THE COMMUNITY
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'PSCPBSENFNCFSTBOEWPMVOUFFST UIF upcoming opening of the residence marks a pivotal milestone for the region. «The opening of the new residence represents a very significant moment and a tremendous source of pride for our foun- dation,» shared Mrs. Robitaille. «It marks not only the culmination of a major project for our community, but also the beginning of an entirely new chapter for the residents, who will finally be able to enjoy a modern, safe living environment adapted to their needs,» she added.
activities outside the residence,» said Robi- UBJMMF'PSNBOZTFOJPSTXJUISFEVDFENPCJMJUZ a simple outing represents a daily obstacle. 8IFUIFSGPSBNFEJDBMBQQPJOUNFOU BWJTJU with a loved one, or a community activity, the vehicle will provide safe and comfortable transportation, eliminate logistical barriers, and foster active participation in local life.» This campaign takes the form of a raffle, with only 1,000 tickets available at a cost of $20 each. Thanks to the involvement of local donors, four major prizes with a total value of nearly $7,000 are up for grabs: a $3,000 gift cer- tificate from Asselin Indépendant, a $2,000 gift certificate from Ameublement Malaket, fifty $20 gift certificates from Restaurant Déjà Vu (a total value of $1,000), and a pair of tickets to the Montreal Canadiens game
BHBJOTUUIF/FX+FSTFZ%FWJMTPO.BSDI 2027 (an $850 value). The draw will take place on December 5, 2026, at 10 a.m. directly at the Prescott and Russell Residence, located at 900 Spence "WFOVFJO)BXLFTCVSZ Tickets can be purchased by e-transfer to mdicaire@fondation-rpr.ca or in person, cash only, at the three partner businesses during upcoming dates and times to be announced soon. “Their commitment to the seniors in our community is essential to the success of this campaign. Thanks to their generosity, every ticket sold brings us one step closer UPBDIJFWJOHPVSHPBM8FXPVMEBMTPMJLFUP thank in advance everyone who purchases a ticket and helps us keep hope rolling,” said Robitaille.
With construction on the new Prescott and Russell Residence officially completed, the Prescott and Russell Residence Foundation welcomes the strong support of the community and continues its efforts to improve the living conditions of residents and sup- port staff. Guided by its mission to provide residents with a dignified living environment tailored to their needs, the organization is pursuing new fundraising initiatives. &BSMJFSUIJTZFBS UIF'PVOEBUJPODPODMVEFE its major fundraising campaign «Lift Me Up,» which raised and contributed $508,544.29 to equip all 204 rooms with lift motors,ensuring safe care for both residents and caregiving staff as soon as the first occupants arrive. In an interview, Denise Robitaille, Pres- ident of the Prescott and Russell Residence 'PVOEBUJPO QSPWJEFEBWFSZQPTJUJWFBTTFTT - ment of the charitable organization’s contri- bution to the opening of the new residence. j8FSFBDIFEPVSHPBMJOSFDPSEUJNF0VS priority is truly to mobilize the community and our generous partners around concrete pro- jects that make a real difference in the lives of the residents,» emphasized Robitaille. Building on this success, the foundation is now following up with a new initiative FOUJUMFEj8IFFMTPG)PQFv5IJTDBNQBJHO aims to raise $20,000, with all proceeds going toward the purchase of an adapted vehicle. «The goal is to offer residents the opportu- nity to go on outings, travel, and take part in
The completion of this large-scale project SFJOGPSDFTUIF'PVOEBUJPOTEFUFSNJOBUJPO to pursue its mission, underscoring that the ongoing generosity and support of the community remain vital to ensuring the long- term well-being and dignity of our seniors. SOUTIEN FINANCIER POUR UN PROGRAMME D’AIDE À L’EMPLOI
The Centre de services a l’emploi de Prescott and Russell Employment Services Centre (CSEPR) is getting $50,000 in provincial funding help for programs that support employment development opportunities for the Francophone community of Prescott-Russell. Celebrating the funding award during an October 13 press conference are: MPP Stéphane Sarrazin (left), Carl Portelance, CSEPR board president, CSEPR Executive Director Caroline Arcand, Hawkesbury Mayor Robert Lefebvre and Ashley Graham, regional development advisor for the provincial government. (Photo provided)
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s’associent dans le cadre d’un programme visant à aider leurs clients intéressés par des carrières dans le secteur des hautes technologies, notamment dans le domaine en pleine expansion du développement de l’intelligence artificielle. « Il s’agirait d’aider les personnes qui vivent (ici), loin de ces marchés de l’emploi, à trouver des perspectives de développement de carrière et d’emploi », a déclaré Mme Arcand. -FNBJSFEF)BXLFTCVSZ 3PCFSU-FGFCWSF a souligné que les programmes d’aide à l’emploi tels que ceux mis en place par le $4&13FUEBVUSFTPSHBOJTNFTMPDBVYjTPOU essentiels dans une économie mondiale en pleine mutation ».
axés sur le développement de la main- d’œuvre, l’employabilité et les partenariats communautaires dans la région de Prescott et Russell. Lors de l’annonce officielle de cette aide financière provinciale, le 13 octobre, la direc- USJDFHÊOÊSBMFEV$4&13 .NF$BSPMJOF Arcand, a souligné la nécessité de mettre en place des programmes et des projets DBQBCMFTEBJEFSMFTVTBHFSTEV$4&13 issus de la communauté francophone dont les objectifs de carrière peuvent les amener à s’orienter vers des marchés de l’emploi situés en dehors de la région. &MMF B DJUÊ MFYFNQMF EVO QSPKFU RVF ces fonds permettront de développer. Le $4&13FUMF$FOUSF.PJ +BQQSFOET $.+
Le centre régional de l’emploi a reçu une aide provinciale supplémentaire pour ses programmes d’accompagnement vers l’emploi. Le Centre de services à l’emploi de 1SFTDPUUFU3VTTFMM $4&13 BSFÉVVOF subvention de 50 000 dollars dans le cadre du Programme de subventions aux DPNNVOBVUÊTGSBODPQIPOFT 14$' EV gouvernement provincial. $FTGPOETQFSNFUUSPOUBV$4&13EF poursuivre ses efforts visant à « renforcer la vitalité de la communauté francophone » grâce à des programmes et des projets
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