At Ambiance, you can choose from all sorts of physical, social, cultural and intellectual pursuits organized by a passionate team. Whether it’s dancing, painting, singing, laughing it up or just having fun… whether it’s reading, engaging in discussions or debates, you’ll always find something to keep both mind and body stimulated!
Stay active with an aquafitness class. There are also painting classes and our special pet therapy program. Time certainly flies when you’re having fun!
You can also take advantage of a wide range of optional services. Don’t hesitate!
Note that our units also have many amenities and benefits specific to the residence. You’ll find apartment prices below:
Our care units are designed for individuals who are semi-autonomous or experiencing minor autonomy loss. We offer tailored daily support from a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals, available around the clock. Our care units also occasionally accommodate convalescent stays.
Learn more about the care units
Optional care services are also offered on an à la carte basis to autonomous residents: Medication administration and management, help with support stockings, change of bandages and dressings, vital signs and weight measurement, partial bath, bathing assistance in the apartment or a therapeutic bath…
Please note that this list may not be comprehensive, and services can differ between residences. For a complete overview, we invite you to contact your preferred residence directly.
Ambiance offers you the space and opportunities to let your imagination run wild. Its many amenities mean you can enjoy every moment as you see fit.
At Ambiance, you can choose from all sorts of physical, social, cultural and intellectual pursuits organized by a passionate team. Whether it’s dancing, painting, singing, laughing it up or just having fun… whether it’s reading, engaging in discussions or debates, you’ll always find something to keep both mind and body stimulated!
Stay active with an aquafitness class. There are also painting classes and our special pet therapy program. Time certainly flies when you’re having fun!
You can also take advantage of a wide range of optional services. Don’t hesitate!
Situated in the heart of Nuns’ Island on Place du Commerce Street, the Ambiance residence offers you an urban living environment in a colourful country setting. The residence is strategically located near shops and services, while remaining close to the waterfront and greenery. The proximity to downtown and the banks of the St. Lawrence River, make Ambiance a privileged, warm and ultimately balanced place in which to live.
Tuesday, 23 December 2025
9:30 - 10:15 Activité
You are welcome to come!
Tuesday, 23 December 2025
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Tuesday, 23 December 2025
10:00 - 12:00 Activité
Painting with Annie Sène
Tuesday, 23 December 2025
10:30 - 11:15 Activité
You are welcome to come!
Tuesday, 23 December 2025
10:30 - 11:30 Activité
NEW activity offered in English:
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am in the chapel for an English "Brain gym" activity.
Exercise your brain through fun and stimulating activities. This activity consists of various games such as association games, quizzes on various topics, word games, and more. The goal is to maintain cognitive function for as long as possible by working on various skills such as attention, concentration, memory, creativity, logic, and calculations.
Tuesday, 23 December 2025
13:30 - 15:30 Activité
We play to have fun and learn in the chapel from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. No registration required. You are welcome!
Wednesday, 24 December 2025
19:00 - 20:30 Activité
Pétanque will take place on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM in the activity hall.
Wednesday, 24 December 2025
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Wednesday, 24 December 2025
10:30 - 11:30 Activité
Do you want to exercise your brain through fun and stimulating activities? The brain gym is for you! (Association games, quizzes on different topics, word games, quizzes, etc.) The goal of this course is to maintain cognitive function for as long as possible. The exercises will focus on various cognitive skills including attention, concentration, memory, creativity, logic and reasoning, and calculations.
Wednesday, 24 December 2025
11:30 - 13:00 Événement
Come and enjoy our traditional holiday meal.
Starter
Mushroom and chestnut velouté
Arugula and pistachio salad
Choice 1: Traditional Plate
Turkey with cranberry sauce
Beef tourtière with gravy
Aligot (mashed potatoes with cheese)
Old-fashioned ratatouille
Choice 2:
Salmon fillet with pink peppercorn sauce
Aligot (mashed potatoes with cheese)
Old-fashioned ratatouille
Christmas Bite
Wednesday, 24 December 2025
13:00 - 15:00 Activité
Come and Join us to the Bridge Game!
Wednesday, 24 December 2025
14:00 - 16:00 Activité
The Mandala provides various benefits and can be used as a stress management technique. Indeed, coloring the small patterns so that each touching space is of a different color requires attention, concentration, and precision. You are wlecome!
Wednesday, 24 December 2025
14:00 - 15:00 Activité
Starting at 2:00 p.m. in the lounge, come enjoy a great time with the Management Team and Martin Saint-Jean.
Thursday, 25 December 2025
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Thursday, 25 December 2025
9:30 - 10:15 Activité
You are welcome to come!
Thursday, 25 December 2025
10:00 - 10:45 Activité
Join Laura for a gentle exercise class.
Thursday, 25 December 2025
11:30 - 13:00 Événement
Come and enjoy our traditional holiday meal.
Starter
Mushroom and chestnut velouté
Arugula and pistachio salad
Choice 1: Traditional Plate
Turkey with cranberry sauce
Beef tourtière with gravy
Aligot (mashed potatoes with cheese)
Old-fashioned ratatouille
Choice 2:
Salmon fillet with pink peppercorn sauce
Aligot (mashed potatoes with cheese)
Old-fashioned ratatouille
Christmas Bite
Thursday, 25 December 2025
13:30 - 14:00 Activité
Friday, 26 December 2025
19:00 - 20:30 Activité
Come have fun!
Friday, 26 December 2025
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Friday, 26 December 2025
10:00 - 10:45 Activité
Yoga class in the activity room.
Friday, 26 December 2025
14:00 - 17:00 Activité
CANCELLED – Super Bingo (Activity Room)
Saturday, 27 December 2025
19:00 - 21:30 Films
Come and watch a movie on our big screen !
Saturday, 27 December 2025
10:00 - 10:30 Activité
Sunday, 28 December 2025
19:00 - 20:00 Films
Director: Charles Jarrott
Year: 1960
Starring: gRichard Burton
Geneviève Bujold
Irene Papas
Anthony Quayle
John Colicos
Genre: Drama; Mystery; Romance
Sunday, 28 December 2025
10:00 - 11:00 Activité
Sunday, 28 December 2025
10:00 - 10:30 Activité
Sunday, 28 December 2025
15:00 - 16:00 Activité
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