Around the residence
The best of Nunsâ Island
Situated in the heart of Nunsâ 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
48Â 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 Ă 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 arenât 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 youâre having fun!
You can also take advantage of a wide range of optional services. Don’t hesitate!
Around the residence
The best of Nunsâ Island
Situated in the heart of Nunsâ 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
Saturday, 31 January 2026
Saturday, 31 January 2026
10:00 - 10:30 Activité
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Sunday, 1 February 2026
Sunday, 1 February 2026
19:00 - 20:00 Films
Cinema : Denial (EN)
Director: Mick Jackson
Year: 2016
Starring: Rachel Weisz, Andrew Scott, Timothy Spall, Tom Wilkinson, Mark Gatiss, Harriet Walter, Jack Lowden, Alex Jennings
Genre: Biographical Drama / Social Drama
Synopsis:
Denial is an Anglo-American drama film directed by Mick Jackson. The film recounts the legal battle between David Irving and Deborah E. Lipstadt, which took place from January 11 to April 11, 2000.
Sunday, 1 February 2026
10:00 - 11:00 Activité
Mass on Radio-Canada
Monday, 2 February 2026
Monday, 2 February 2026
19:00 - 20:00 Activité
Cards Club : Golf (library)
You can learn this game among us. Minimum 4 players for this game.
Monday, 2 February 2026
19:00 - 21:00 Films
Cinema : Chevalier (EN)
Director: Stephen Williams
Year: 2022
Starring: Lucy Boynton, Samara Weaving, Sian Clifford, Minnie Driver, Marton Csokas, Mezi Atwood, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Ronke Adekoluejo
Genre :
Drama / Drame social; Musical / Films Musicaux; Biography / Drame biographique; History / Histoire; Descriptive Audio
Based on the incredible true story of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. The illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, Bologne (Kelvin Harrison Jr. in a tour de force performance) rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with an ill-fated love affair and a falling out with Marie Antoinette (Lucy Boynton) herself and her court.
Monday, 2 February 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, 2 February 2026
10:00 - 17:00 Activité
Puzzle Club
A three-in-one (3 in 1) activity: relaxation, focus, and a sense of belonging.
A 1,000-piece puzzle thatâs perfect to complete together!
Puzzle available for everyone
Come at whatever time suits you.
Monday, 2 February 2026
10:30 - 11:20 Activité
Pilates with Laura (activity room)
Strengthens deep muscles
Improves posture
Increases flexibility
Reduces stress and tension
Enhances mobility
Helps prevent injuries
Supports balance and coordination
Monday, 2 February 2026
13:30 - 15:30 Activité
Classical music concerts (cinema room)
Come and attend the magnificent concert offered by Mr. André Mercure. A perfect meeting for music lovers. Welcome to all!
Monday, 2 February 2026
14:00 - 16:00 Activité
Cribbage Club ( Chapelle)
You can learn this game among us. Minimum 4 players for this game.
Monday, 2 February 2026
15:00 - 16:00 Activité
Line dancing (activity room)
Beginners, intermediates, and advanced dancers, you are all welcome. Come join us in large numbers to participate and share your skills during the birthday party
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
9:30 - 10:15 Activité
Aquafitness 1 with Lunda (pool)
You are welcome to come!
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
10:00 - 12:00 Activité
Painting with Annie SĂšne (activity room)
Painting with Annie SĂšneÂ
Tuesday, 3 February 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.Â
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, 3 February 2026
10:30 - 11:15 Activité
Aquafitness 2 with Lunda (pool)
You are welcome to come!
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
13:30 - 14:30 Activité
Information Workshop: Phone Scams with Desjardins (Cinema Room)
At 1:30 p.m. in the activity room, join us for an information and discussion session on phone scams with Desjardins Credit Union.
Tuesday, 3 February 2026
13:30 - 15:30 Activité
Scrabble (chapel)
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, 4 February 2026
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
19:00 - 20:30 Activité
Pétanque (Activity room)
Pétanque will take place on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM in the activity hall.
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Chair exercise (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
10:30 - 11:30 Activité
Brain gym - French (Cinema Room)
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, 4 February 2026
11:30 - 13:00 ĂvĂ©nement
Lunch Smoked meat
From 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., join us in the dining room to enjoy a smoked meat lunch prepared by our chef.
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
13:00 - 17:01 Activité
Semi-Private Training with KINELITE: Registration Required with the Trainer (Gym)
Come explore with KINELITE practical ways to regain control and live more peacefully! Pain is a part of life for many of us, but there are concrete approaches to better understand and manage pain on a daily basis. You will also discover practical techniques and tools to improve your comfort and quality of life. Whether you suffer from chronic pain, muscle tension, or age-related discomfort, there are solutions tailored to every situation. Donât let pain dictate your daily life.
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
13:00 - 15:00 Activité
Bridge (Library)
Come and Join us to the Bridge Game!
Wednesday, 4 February 2026
14:00 - 16:00 Activité
Mandala (Chapel)
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, 4 February 2026
15:00 - 16:00 Activité
Oasis Lounge and Cocktail (GF living room)
Come and enjoy a moment in good company with a drink and snacks every Wednesday at 3:00.
Thursday, 5 February 2026
Thursday, 5 February 2026
9:30 - 10:15 Activité
Aquafitness 1 with Lunda (pool)
You are welcome to come!
Thursday, 5 February 2026
9:30 - 10:00 Activité
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Thursday, 5 February 2026
10:00 - 10:45 Activité
Gentle exercise with Laura
Join Laura for a gentle exercise class.
Thursday, 5 February 2026
10:00 - 11:00 Activité
Meeting with Professional and Amateur Writers of the Residence (The Chapel)
Starting at 10:30 AM in the chapel, a meeting is planned for writing enthusiasts.
This will be an opportunity to exchange and discuss the texts you will be presenting on the 13th, during the âPoetry Afternoonâ activity.
If you are interested, feel free to join us!
Thursday, 5 February 2026
10:30 - 11:15 Activité
Aquafitness 2 with Lunda (pool)
You are welcome to come!
Thursday, 5 February 2026
13:30 - 14:00 Activité
Mass (Activity room)
Thursday, 5 February 2026
14:30 - 15:30 Activité
Coffee with the management team (Library) - FRENCH
Come join the discussion in large numbers!
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