Around the residence
The best of Nuns’ Island
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.
- Minutes from shops and services: Provigo, Jean Coutu, SAQ
- Walking distance to restaurants and coffee shops
- Easy access to highways and the Champlain Bridge
- Close to several parks, green spaces, bike paths and parkways
The apartments
Note that our units also have many amenities and benefits specific to the residence. You’ll find apartment prices below:
Your kind of comfort
- Full kitchen with appliances
- Large bathroom with linen closet
- Ceramic surfaces in bathroom
- Balcony or terrace
- Closed in-unit storage spaces
- Large windows
- Superior soundproofing
48 care units to make your daily life easier
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.
Common areas
There aren’t enough hours in a day!
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.
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Activities and services
Your calendar is full!
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!
Around the residence
The best of Nuns’ Island
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.
- Minutes from shops and services: Provigo, Jean Coutu, SAQ
- Walking distance to restaurants and coffee shops
- Easy access to highways and the Champlain Bridge
- Close to several parks, green spaces, bike paths and parkways
This week at Ambiance
Activities of the week
Thursday, 2 July 2026
Thursday, 2 July 2026
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Thursday, 2 July 2026
9:30 - 10:15 Activité
Aquafitness 1 with Lunda (pool)
Come Make Waves with Us!
Aquafit is an excellent way to stay active while being gentle on the body. Thanks to the natural resistance of the water, the exercises help improve mobility, balance, muscle strength, and cardiovascular endurance, while reducing impact on the joints.
Participating regularly also promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and helps maintain a good quality of life.
In addition to the physical benefits, it’s a wonderful opportunity to socialize and enjoy pleasant moments as a group.
Come join us!
Thursday, 2 July 2026
10:00 - 10:45 Activité
Gentle exercise with Laura
Every Thursday, join Laura for a gentle exercise class in a pleasant and motivating atmosphere. This activity is ideal for moving at your own pace while taking care of your health and well-being.
Gentle exercise offers many benefits, including:
improved mobility and flexibility;
maintaining muscle strength;
better posture and balance;
reduced stress and tension;
increased energy and overall well-being.
This activity is suitable for all fitness levels and encourages a safe and active lifestyle.
Thursday, 2 July 2026
10:30 - 11:15 Activité
Aquafitness 2 with Lunda (pool)
Come Make Waves with Us!
Aquafit is an excellent way to stay active while being gentle on the body. Thanks to the natural resistance of the water, the exercises help improve mobility, balance, muscle strength, and cardiovascular endurance, while reducing impact on the joints.
Participating regularly also promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and helps maintain a good quality of life.
In addition to the physical benefits, it’s a wonderful opportunity to socialize and enjoy pleasant moments as a group.
Come join us!
Thursday, 2 July 2026
13:30 - 14:00 Activité
Mass (Activity room)
You are warmly invited to attend Mass.
Come and share a moment of reflection, prayer, and community in a welcoming and respectful atmosphere.
Your presence would be greatly appreciated.
You are most welcome!
Thursday, 2 July 2026
14:30 - 15:30 Activité
Coffee with the management team (Library) - FRENCH
Come join the discussion in large numbers!
Join us for a friendly and open exchange with senior management. This is a great opportunity to talk, ask questions, and share your ideas in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Thursday, 2 July 2026
18:00 - 20:30 Activité
SUMMER BREAK - Baseball poche
Friday, 3 July 2026
Friday, 3 July 2026
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Chair exercise (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Friday, 3 July 2026
10:00 - 10:45 Activité
Yoga with Laura
Every Friday with Laura, join us for a yoga class in the activity room. Come and enjoy a moment of relaxation and mindfulness in a calm and soothing atmosphere.
Yoga offers many benefits, including:
reducing stress and anxiety;
improving flexibility and mobility;
strengthening balance and posture;
enhancing breathing and concentration;
supporting overall physical and mental well-being.
This activity is suitable for everyone, regardless of experience level.
Friday, 3 July 2026
11:00 - 12:00 Activité
Coffee with the management team (Library) - ENGLISH
Come join the discussion in large numbers!
Join us for a friendly and open exchange with senior management. This is a great opportunity to talk, ask questions, and share your ideas in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Friday, 3 July 2026
14:00 - 17:00 Activité
Super Bingo (activity room)
Super Bingo with Arthur
3 cards for $10 or 6 cards for $15.
Join us for an exciting and lively bingo event filled with fun and excitement!
Come try your luck and enjoy a great time in good company. We look forward to seeing you there!
Saturday, 4 July 2026
Saturday, 4 July 2026
10:00 - 10:30 Activité
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Saturday, 4 July 2026
19:00 - 20:00 Films
Cinema : One Summer (FR)
Director: Louise Archambault
Year: 2023
Starring: Patrice Robitaille, Guy Nadon, Élise Guilbault, Martin Dubreuil, Louise Turcot, Pierre Verville
Genre: Comedy/Drama
Synopsis : For more than 25 years, Marc Côté, street chaplain and parish priest, has lived with the poor and the homeless. Today, Marc is a worn-out man. Exhausted from running his church, which serves as a shelter, and overwhelmed by the bills they can no longer pay, Marc must face the facts: he will have to shut down his church. Like a call from Providence, he inherits a property in the Bas-du-Fleuve region and decides to take a group of homeless people with him, who, like himself, need a vacation. Le Temps D'un Été immerses us in a bright story... A story woven with laughter, silences and tears... A feel-good movie where the sun and the clouds blend together leaving the audience with a delicious taste of hope.
Sunday, 5 July 2026
Sunday, 5 July 2026
10:00 - 11:00 Activité
Mass on Radio-Canada
Sunday, 5 July 2026
19:00 - 20:00 Activité
Cards Club : Golf (library)
You can learn this game among us. Minimum 4 players for this game.
Sunday, 5 July 2026
19:00 - 20:00 Films
Cinema : Measures for a Funeral (EN)
Director: Sofia Bohdanowicz
Year: 2024
Starring: Deragh Campbell, Mary Margaret O'Hara, Melanie Scheiner, María Dueñas, Kieran Adams, Julia Beyer, Vida Beyer
Genre : Drama/Canadian films
Synopsis : Young academic pursues acclaimed early 20th-century Canadian violinist Kathleen Parlow while escaping her failed musician mother's shadow in this poignant character study.
Monday, 6 July 2026
Monday, 6 July 2026
9:30 - 10:30 Activité
Chair exercise: Cardio (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
A chair-based session designed to boost the cardiovascular system while strengthening the arm, core, and thigh muscles!
Monday, 6 July 2026
10:00 - 17:00 Activité
Puzzle Club
Puzzles offer many benefits for both the brain and overall well-being:
They stimulate memory, concentration, and logic by engaging different areas of the brain. They also help improve problem-solving skills and patience, encouraging perseverance in the face of challenges.
From a wellness perspective, puzzles promote relaxation and reduce stress, as they allow focus on a calm and enjoyable activity. They may also help prevent cognitive decline by keeping the mind active.
Finally, it is a fun and social activity when shared in a group.
Come stimulate your mind with us!
A three-in-one activity: relaxation, concentration, and a sense of belonging.
A 1000-piece puzzle, perfect to complete together!
Puzzles available for everyone on a drop-in basis.
Come at a time that suits you!
Monday, 6 July 2026
10:30 - 11:20 Activité
Pilates with Laura (activity room)
Every Monday, come take a moment for yourself, move gently, and promote your physical and mental well-being with Laura.
Pilates offers many benefits, including:
strengthening the core muscles;
improving posture and flexibility;
reducing stress and tension;
improving mobility;
helping prevent injuries;
enhancing balance and coordination.
Whether you are a beginner or experienced, this activity is suitable for everyone.
Monday, 6 July 2026
13:30 - 15:30 Activité
SUMMER BREAK - Classical music concerts (cinema room)
Please note that classical concerts are on a summer break. Thank you for your understanding.
Monday, 6 July 2026
16:00 - 16:30 Activité
Gentle Walking Club
We invite you to join us at the entrance of the residence for a pleasant outdoor walk. Together, you can enjoy a relaxing moment while admiring the beautiful scenery.
This activity is a great opportunity to get moving, enjoy some fresh air, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being. It also offers a chance to socialize and share a simple, friendly moment together.
We look forward to walking with you!
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
9:30 - 10:15 Activité
Aquafitness 1 with Lunda (pool)
Aquafit is an excellent way to stay active while being gentle on the body. Thanks to the natural resistance of the water, the exercises help improve mobility, balance, muscle strength, and cardiovascular endurance, while reducing impact on the joints.
Participating regularly also promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and helps maintain a good quality of life.
In addition to the physical benefits, it’s a wonderful opportunity to socialize and enjoy pleasant moments as a group.
Come join us!
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
10:00 - 12:00 Activité
Exhibition of paintings created by residents as part of the painting classes with Annie Sène
Painting with Annie Sène
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
10:30 - 11:15 Activité
Aquafitness 2 with Lunda (pool)
Aquafit is an excellent way to stay active while being gentle on the body. Thanks to the natural resistance of the water, the exercises help improve mobility, balance, muscle strength, and cardiovascular endurance, while reducing impact on the joints.
Participating regularly also promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and helps maintain a good quality of life.
In addition to the physical benefits, it’s a wonderful opportunity to socialize and enjoy pleasant moments as a group.
Come join us!
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
10:30 - 11:30 Activité
Brain Gym and Conversation in English (Chapel)
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, 7 July 2026
13:30 - 15:30 Activité
CANCELLED - Scrabble (chapel)
Due to the Orchestre Métropolitain concert scheduled at that time, the Scrabble session is cancelled. Thank you for your understanding!
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
14:00 - 15:00 Activité
Metropolitan Orchestra Concert (Lounge)
We invite you to attend a beautiful performance featuring Rita Strohl’s String Quartet, a work rich in emotion and elegance. The program will also include a selection of lighter and more popular pieces performed by the Metropolitan Orchestra.
Come and enjoy an exceptional musical experience and be captivated by the beauty of the strings and the diversity of the repertoire.
A musical event not to be missed!
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
18:00 - 20:30 Activité
Pétanque (Garden)
Pétanque offers many physical and social benefits. It helps improve coordination, precision, and concentration while encouraging light physical activity that is accessible to everyone.
It is also an excellent opportunity to socialize, build connections, and share enjoyable moments as a group. In addition to stimulating strategic thinking, pétanque promotes relaxation and the enjoyment of the outdoors.
A great time with friends awaits you at pétanque!
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