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.

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.

Ralphie, a young boy growing up in the '40's, dreams of owning a Red Rider BB gun. He sets out to convince the world this is the perfect gift. But along the way, he runs into opposition from his parents, his teacher, and even good 'ol Santa Claus himself.

Outdoor walking club.

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

Have a good walk!

Hello dear artist, whether you're a beginner or very experienced, the art room is available every day of the week from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for free arts and crafts. Whether your craft hobby is simply coloring, sketching, watercolor, pastel, or any other form, this beautiful room with its natural afternoon lighting is at your disposal.

Come and meet other artists in the residence who share the same passion as you!

Piano Concert – Nelly Zaroukian
Join Nelly Zaroukian and her young students for a musical afternoon as they perform beautiful pieces from the classical repertoire.
Saturday, December 27, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., in the piano lounge.
We wish you a wonderful concert!

After getting fired from his job, a slick, fast-talking businessman (The Miz) is thrown into an elf competition to become Santa s next second-in-command. Put through a series of rigorous training exercises to prepare for the contest, The Miz and another aspiring elf go head-to-head in the hopes of becoming Santa s Little Helper.

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.

Hello dear artist, whether you're a beginner or very experienced, the art room is available every day of the week from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for free arts and crafts. Whether your craft hobby is simply coloring, sketching, watercolor, pastel, or any other form, this beautiful room with its natural afternoon lighting is at your disposal.

Come and meet other artists in the residence who share the same passion as you!

🎄✨ Special Christmas Invitation 💝
Talent Show

Dear Residents,

It is with great joy that we invite you to a festive Christmas Dinner featuring a special Talent Show, organized in collaboration with Impact Centre Chrétien Church (ICC – Gatineau).

Christmas is much more than a time of festivities: it is the celebration of love, peace, joy, and hope for all humanity.

During this evening, we will share together:
🎶 Christmas songs and music
💃 Dance and artistic performances
😂 Humor and smiles
🎭 Theater and short film
🎁 Prize 🥇 awarded to the best performance

A moment filled with love, fellowship, and hope, as we celebrate the true light of Christmas.

📅 Date: Sunday, December 28th
🕒 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Résidence L’Initial

We will be honored to experience this wonderful time with you and to share the joy of Christmas that unites hearts in unconditional love.

Free billiards for all. 

No registration required

Have fun!

A man dies on Christmas, leaving his young child fatherless. The next winter, however, the man returns to his child in the form of a snowman. In his new guise, the once-inattentive father is able to be the parent he had never taken the time to become in life, and he gives an unforgettable gift of love to his child.

Come have your special coffee with us! Possibility to add a little Bailey's.

Enjoy your coffee!

Hello dear artist, whether you're a beginner or very experienced, the art room is available every day of the week from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for free arts and crafts. Whether your craft hobby is simply coloring, sketching, watercolor, pastel, or any other form, this beautiful room with its natural afternoon lighting is at your disposal.

Come and meet other artists in the residence who share the same passion as you!

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.

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 experience the thrill and excitement of our reimagined horse races!
Pick your horse, place your bet, and try your luck to win fun prizes 🏆.

💰 Cost: $2 per participant
All funds collected will be redistributed to the winners depending on the number of races.

Your Lifestyle Services Manager also has a few festive surprises in store for you!
🎉 An original, exhilarating activity full of fun and cheer.
We look forward to seeing everyone there!

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

Ralphie, a young boy growing up in the '40's, dreams of owning a Red Rider BB gun. He sets out to convince the world this is the perfect gift. But along the way, he runs into opposition from his parents, his teacher, and even good 'ol Santa Claus himself.

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!

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!

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!

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 (♠, ♥, ♦, ♣).

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.

📅 Tuesday, December 30 at 2:00 p.m.
📍 Piano Lounge

A fun and easy game for everyone! 🎁
The idea is similar to musical chairs — except no one changes seats. Everyone stays seated while the music plays and the gift is passed around.

The twist? The gift will be very well wrapped, and each participant will have a few seconds to try to unwrap part of it while wearing oven mitts! 🧤

The first person to completely unwrap the gift wins it!
🎁 Four gifts will be offered by Résidence L’Initial.

Good luck and have fun! 😄

A man dies on Christmas, leaving his young child fatherless. The next winter, however, the man returns to his child in the form of a snowman. In his new guise, the once-inattentive father is able to be the parent he had never taken the time to become in life, and he gives an unforgettable gift of love to his child.

The rules of the game: 500 is a game of trump tricks played with 4 players in two teams of 2. The partners sit opposite each other. A 43-card deck is used (a 52-card deck, plus a joker, from which the black 2s, 3s and two 4s are removed).

The order of the cards in trump is as follows:

Joker

Jack of Trump, called Right Bower

Jack of the suit close to the trump suit (example: Clubs if the trump is Spades), called Left Bower

Trumps: Ace, King, Queen, 10, 9.

Other cards: Ace, King, Queen, Jack (if not Left Bower), 10, 9

Without trump, the joker is considered a trump, and wins the trick where it is played, no matter what

Join us for this special New Year's Eve meal. 

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