Come and join us for Prayers every Thursday morning from 10:30 pm to 11:00 am in the chapel. All are welcome. 

📅 Date: October 22
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Movie Theater

Learn how to choose investments that match your financial goals using the Desjardins Investment Selector. You will also discover how to use online brokerage tools to monitor, manage, and grow your investments with confidence.

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Join us for different card games. The games can vary depending on the number of players present. Come and meet Pierre and Yvette to learn more about the game(s) of the day.

Bridge is played with 4 players, the players being symbolized by the 4 cardinal points (North, East, South and West). The two players sitting opposite each other form a team that plays against the other two players.

One player takes a deck of 52 cards and, after shuffling them, deals them clockwise.

The object of the game is to make as many tricks as possible in a contract that can be played in no-trump (SA) or trump (♠, ♥, ♦, ♣).

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Reflecting together on how older adults are represented in society

Join the conversation on Thursday, October 22^nd in the movie theater

On Thursday, October 22^nd, we invite you to take part in a conversation workshop about how older adults are represented in the media and in public spaces. Inspired by the Âges de vivre project, this discussion will explore the images, perceptions and realities of aging that shape our collective view.

In a friendly atmosphere, we will discuss the stereotypes that still exist, the diversity of life journeys and ways to better represent aging. There are no right or wrong answers: the goal is simply to share different points of view and enrich the conversation together.

Does this discussion speak to you? Add it to your calendar!

📍 Lieu : Movie Theater
📅 Date : October 22nd
🕒 Heure : 1:30PM

We look forward to exchanging with you!

Do you enjoy playing bingo? If so, you can join our regular Bingo group.

This activity takes place every Thursday at 2:00 p.m. in the Activities Room.

You will have the chance to win several prizes.

Good Luck to All!

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Group Schedule

• Group 1: Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Guy Nolin

• Group 2: Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Cynthia Barbe

• Group 3: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Cynthia Barbe

• Group 4: Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Raymonde Maitland

🎯 How the Games Will Work

Each group will be divided into two teams for each game. Players will not be assigned to one specific team for the entire season. Instead, players and team captains will rotate from week to week within their group.

The group leader will help ensure that the games run smoothly.

🏆 Club 100 and Standings

Any player who scores 100 points or more in a game will automatically become a member of CLUB 100. Club 100 members will participate in the season finals.

In addition:

• A trophy will be awarded to the group with the highest average score of the season.

• Individual players will also have the opportunity to qualify for the highest individual average of the season.

• To be eligible for the individual ranking, players must have participated in at least 15 of the 20 games.

📅 Season Format

A total of 20 regular games will be played during the season:

• 10 games before the holiday break

• 10 games after the holiday break

• One week of finals

Player scores will be updated monthly and posted on the activity room bulletin board.

All announcements throughout the season will be posted on the activity room bulletin board, the third-floor bulletin board, and on Théia.

🗓️ Important Dates

• Week of October 5, 2026: Official start of the season

• December 14, 2026 to January 1, 2027, inclusive: Holiday break

• Week of January 4, 2027: Games resume

• Week of March 15, 2027: Season finals

⚠️ Important

If you decide to stop playing or need to be away for one or more weeks, please notify your group leader or Cynthia Barbe.

Please note that you may only play once per week and must play with the group in which you are registered.

Cynthia Barbe
Coordinator
📞 819-557-0594

🎉 Have a great season, everyone, and most importantly, have fun!

Welcome to our tuck course, where strategy meets fun in this exciting card game! Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of tuck and learn the rules, tricks and tactics to become a formidable player. Whether you're a novice or an experienced player, our course offers you an enriching and entertaining experience. Join us for interactive sessions where every card counts and every move brings you closer to victory. Get ready to challenge your friends and experience exciting, memorable moments!

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Welcome to Stand-Up Balance Fitness, a fitness experience that strengthens your body while improving your stability and coordination! In this class, you'll be guided through a series of exercises specially designed to strengthen stabilizing muscles and improve your balance in a standing position. Whether you're a beginner or looking to challenge your limits, our qualified instructors will help you progress safely. Join us for a stimulating session where you'll push your boundaries and strengthen your body in a balanced and harmonious way!

Celebration of Mass by Father Gagnon in the Movie Theatre

Welcome to CardioFit Assis, a dynamic workout designed to get you moving and sweating while you sit! In this class, accessible to all, you'll burn calories, strengthen your heart and tone your muscles, all without having to stand up. With simple, effective exercises adapted to the seated position, you'll improve your endurance, coordination and cardiovascular health. Join us for an invigorating session where motivating music and a welcoming atmosphere will help you achieve your fitness goals, whatever your level of fitness!

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Welcome to Seated Yoga, a soothing and rejuvenating experience designed for those who prefer to sit still while practicing yoga! In this gentle, accessible session, you'll explore a variety of postures, breathing and meditation techniques that promote relaxation, flexibility and overall well-being. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this class offers an opportunity to connect with your body and mind, even in a seated position. Join us for an enriching yoga experience that will leave you calm, centered and revitalized!

Come and get your brain working. This lab contains several types of quiz games.
A maximum of 17 participants for this activity.

🎶 Join Mr. Jean-Pierre Bisson for a joyful moment of singing and fun!

🎤 One practice per week – Fridays at the cinema.

✨ Enjoy singing!

Join us for different card games. The games can vary depending on the number of players present. Come and meet Pierre and Yvette to learn more about the game(s) of the day.

Table numbers for the monthly dinner will be assigned through a live random draw.

👉 We invite you to join your Lifestyle Manager on Friday, October 23r, at 1:15 p.m. in the cinema to attend the draw.

The draw will be conducted using the table groups that have already been formed and registered. Existing groups will remain together; only the table number assigned to each group will change.

Late registrations will be accepted and accommodated based on availability only.

✨ Good luck to everyone, and we look forward to seeing you there!

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In a game of Duplicate Scrabble, each player has his or her own set of Scrabble tiles, and all letters are laid out face up. A referee draws seven letters from the bag, announces them, and all players take the same seven letters. The general game rules are then used for the duration of the game.

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Group Schedule

• Group 1: Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Guy Nolin

• Group 2: Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Cynthia Barbe

• Group 3: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Cynthia Barbe

• Group 4: Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Raymonde Maitland

🎯 How the Games Will Work

Each group will be divided into two teams for each game. Players will not be assigned to one specific team for the entire season. Instead, players and team captains will rotate from week to week within their group.

The group leader will help ensure that the games run smoothly.

🏆 Club 100 and Standings

Any player who scores 100 points or more in a game will automatically become a member of CLUB 100. Club 100 members will participate in the season finals.

In addition:

• A trophy will be awarded to the group with the highest average score of the season.

• Individual players will also have the opportunity to qualify for the highest individual average of the season.

• To be eligible for the individual ranking, players must have participated in at least 15 of the 20 games.

📅 Season Format

A total of 20 regular games will be played during the season:

• 10 games before the holiday break

• 10 games after the holiday break

• One week of finals

Player scores will be updated monthly and posted on the activity room bulletin board.

All announcements throughout the season will be posted on the activity room bulletin board, the third-floor bulletin board, and on Théia.

🗓️ Important Dates

• Week of October 5, 2026: Official start of the season

• December 14, 2026 to January 1, 2027, inclusive: Holiday break

• Week of January 4, 2027: Games resume

• Week of March 15, 2027: Season finals

⚠️ Important

If you decide to stop playing or need to be away for one or more weeks, please notify your group leader or Cynthia Barbe.

Please note that you may only play once per week and must play with the group in which you are registered.

Cynthia Barbe
Coordinator
📞 819-557-0594

🎉 Have a great season, everyone, and most importantly, have fun!

Welcome to our tuck course, where strategy meets fun in this exciting card game! Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of tuck and learn the rules, tricks and tactics to become a formidable player. Whether you're a novice or an experienced player, our course offers you an enriching and entertaining experience. Join us for interactive sessions where every card counts and every move brings you closer to victory. Get ready to challenge your friends and experience exciting, memorable moments!

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Outdoor walking club.

Don't forget your water bottle and a good hat.

Have a good walk!

Pickleball is a racket sport combining elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis. It is played with a perforated plastic ball and paddles on a small court with a low net. Accessible and fun, it’s suitable for all ages and levels.

Medici: the world leader in classical music streaming, featuring live events from the world’s greatest venues, and thousands of concerts, operas, ballets, and more.

📅Sunday, October 24 at 1:30 p.m.
📍 Cinema

Enjoy the concert! 🎵

A nine year old boy and his grandmother discover adventure when they encounter the high witch and her diabolical plot to turn all of England's children into mice.

Outdoor walking club.

Don't forget your water bottle and a good hat.

Have a good walk!

Pickleball is a racket sport combining elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis. It is played with a perforated plastic ball and paddles on a small court with a low net. Accessible and fun, it’s suitable for all ages and levels.

Here's an exciting activity that's sure to please many of you. We'll be holding a Halloween candy drive on Sunday, October 25 at 1:30 p.m. in the hallways of the residence. Your grandchildren and families are welcome to attend. Children will be able to knock directly on the residence's apartment doors. Don't worry, they'll only knock on doors that have a candy sign. If you would like children to knock on your door, please register your apartment near reception. Happy Halloween to all!

Based on the best-selling novel, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA stars two-time Academy Award® winner Meryl Streep as high-powered fashion magazine editor Miranda Priestly, and Anne Hathaway, as Miranda's new assistant - a small-town girl trying to survive her impossibly demanding new boss.

Welcome to aquafitness, where water becomes your fitness partner! Immerse yourself in a dynamic session that combines cardio, muscle strengthening and flexibility, all in the refreshing environment of the pool. Our qualified instructors will guide you through a series of challenging exercises designed to tone your body and improve your cardiovascular health, all with natural water resistance. Whether you're an experienced swimmer or just looking for a fun way to get fit, this class is suitable for all fitness levels. Join us for an energizing session that will leave you refreshed and ready to face the day!

Join your Living Environment Manager for a special Halloween quiz, in French and English, in the movie theatre.

📅 French session: Monday, October 26th at 11:10 a.m.
📅 English session: Friday, October 30th at 11:00 a.m.

📱 Don’t forget to bring your smartphone or tablet to participate.

We look forward to seeing many of you there!

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Join us for different card games. The games can vary depending on the number of players present. Come and meet Pierre and Yvette to learn more about the game(s) of the day.

Have you ever played Military Whist?

Military Whist is a team card game in which the objective is to win the greatest number of tricks. A trump suit is selected in advance for each game, and teams are formed randomly.

We are pleased to invite you to join us for an afternoon of Military Whist at L’Initial. Whether you are an experienced player or simply interested in learning the game, everyone is welcome!

Important Information

• Start Time: 1:30 p.m.

• Registration Deadline: 1:15 p.m.

• Room Access: Beginning at 12:45 p.m.

• Minimum Number of Participants: 12

A $5.00 participation fee will be collected for this enjoyable afternoon of cards and socializing.

All proceeds will be redistributed as prizes to the teams finishing in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Prize amounts will be determined based on the number of participants.

For more information

If you are unable to attend one of the information sessions, please contact: Denis and Monique Harrison📞 819-593-4304

We look forward to welcoming you for an afternoon of fun, strategy, and friendly competition!

The L'Initial Book Club, celebrating its 5th anniversary is a group of English-speaking Residents who come together by a common love of English books every last Monday of each month. It is a social activity where members share their thoughts and reactions to the presentation by a member on their chosen book.

For information contact Ann Kearney Gauvin

Come have fun and move to the rhythm in an energetic and accessible Drum Fit session. Using drumsticks and simple movements, this activity combines music, light exercise, and the joy of moving together. A great way to stay active while having fun! 🥁

Grab your drumsticks… ready… let’s get in rhythm!

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If you enjoy language challenges and testing your French skills, this activity is for you!

📅 Next edition
Monday, October 26th, 1:30 p.m., at the movie theatre.

✏️ What to bring
Please bring a pencil and an eraser
L’Initial will provide the paper.

So, get your pencils ready!
🍀Good luck to everyone!

Group Schedule

• Group 1: Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Guy Nolin

• Group 2: Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Cynthia Barbe

• Group 3: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Cynthia Barbe

• Group 4: Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
  Group Leader: Raymonde Maitland

🎯 How the Games Will Work

Each group will be divided into two teams for each game. Players will not be assigned to one specific team for the entire season. Instead, players and team captains will rotate from week to week within their group.

The group leader will help ensure that the games run smoothly.

🏆 Club 100 and Standings

Any player who scores 100 points or more in a game will automatically become a member of CLUB 100. Club 100 members will participate in the season finals.

In addition:

• A trophy will be awarded to the group with the highest average score of the season.

• Individual players will also have the opportunity to qualify for the highest individual average of the season.

• To be eligible for the individual ranking, players must have participated in at least 15 of the 20 games.

📅 Season Format

A total of 20 regular games will be played during the season:

• 10 games before the holiday break

• 10 games after the holiday break

• One week of finals

Player scores will be updated monthly and posted on the activity room bulletin board.

All announcements throughout the season will be posted on the activity room bulletin board, the third-floor bulletin board, and on Théia.

🗓️ Important Dates

• Week of October 5, 2026: Official start of the season

• December 14, 2026 to January 1, 2027, inclusive: Holiday break

• Week of January 4, 2027: Games resume

• Week of March 15, 2027: Season finals

⚠️ Important

If you decide to stop playing or need to be away for one or more weeks, please notify your group leader or Cynthia Barbe.

Please note that you may only play once per week and must play with the group in which you are registered.

Cynthia Barbe
Coordinator
📞 819-557-0594

🎉 Have a great season, everyone, and most importantly, have fun!

Welcome to our tuck course, where strategy meets fun in this exciting card game! Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of tuck and learn the rules, tricks and tactics to become a formidable player. Whether you're a novice or an experienced player, our course offers you an enriching and entertaining experience. Join us for interactive sessions where every card counts and every move brings you closer to victory. Get ready to challenge your friends and experience exciting, memorable moments!

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Game sequence

1. Choosing trump

The card turned up above the stock offers a suit as trump.

Each player can accept or refuse to make this suit trump.

Accept: If a player accepts, this suit becomes trump for the round.

Refuse: If all players refuse, a second phase begins in which players can propose another suit as trump.

2. Trump cards

Trump is the dominant suit for the round. Trump cards override all other suits.

The right Jack is the strongest card.

The “Left Jack” (jack of the same suit as trump) is the second-highest card.

3. Playing tricks

The player to the left of the dealer plays the first card.

Each player, in turn, must follow the suit played if possible.

If a player cannot follow, he may play a trump card or discard another card.

Points

If the trump team wins 3 or more tricks, it scores points.

3 or 4 tricks: 1 point.

5 tricks (perfect round): 2 points.

If the opposing team wins more tricks, they score 2 points (“Euchre”).

Popular variations

Solo game: One player can declare that he will play alone against the other three. If he succeeds, he scores more points.

3-player variation: Each player plays for himself.

End of game

The game ends when a team reaches a predefined score, usually 10 points.

For further information, please contact Barbara Roberts 873-353-2360

Join your recreation leader for this sports talk in french.

We will discuss a different sports topic each week.

The goal is to chat over coffee and talk about sports.

Everyone is welcome !

Welcome to CardioFit Stand-Up, an energetic workout that gets you moving and sweating while you stand! In this dynamic class, you'll burn calories, strengthen your core and tone your muscles, all without having to lie on the floor. With simple yet effective movements, you'll improve your endurance, coordination and cardiovascular health. Join us for an invigorating session where upbeat music and a motivating atmosphere will help you push your limits and reach your fitness goals!

Bowling League – 202/2027 Season

Welcome to CardioFit Assis, a dynamic workout designed to get you moving and sweating while you sit! In this class, accessible to all, you'll burn calories, strengthen your heart and tone your muscles, all without having to stand up. With simple, effective exercises adapted to the seated position, you'll improve your endurance, coordination and cardiovascular health. Join us for an invigorating session where motivating music and a welcoming atmosphere will help you achieve your fitness goals, whatever your level of fitness!