Ticks & Lyme Disease | Learn How To Protect Yourself Mosquitoes are not the only insects that can make your life difficult! Beware of tick bites that can transmit Lyme disease, a disease that can lead to complications if it is not detected in time. Lyme disease…
Supporting Mental Health in Black Communities Black Canadians are less likely to use Mental Health resources than White Canadians. In a 2018 survey, nearly 99% of Black Canadians reporting significant psychological distress did not seek mental health services. The barriers Black Canadians face include: Systemic…
Dare to Talk About Suicide – Resources On average, three Quebecers take their own lives every day. That is three friends, parents, children, or spouses too many. We can’t accept the loss of all those members of our community. Suicide is never the answer. With…
A free and confidential telephone consultation service that puts you in contact with a nurse in case of a non-urgent health issue. The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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Our Community Resources webpage for seniors has a new look! Make sure to check out our webpage dedicated to seniors where you will find tons of helpful information and resources.
If you are experiencing an emergency, please go to the emergency department of your nearest hospital or call 911. If you are in crisis or have suicidal thoughts, please call: Suicide prevention line at 1-866-APPELLE (277-3553). Canada Suicide Prevention Service 24-Hour Crisis Line: Available 24/7 at 1-833-456-456, or text 45645 (4PM – 12AM…
Become a Volunteer! Looking to give your time and contribute to improve your community? Become a volunteer with Connexions and have a positive impact on your community! Support our mission, vision, and mandate and play an important role in helping us reach our English-speaking community through diverse…
The following are a few resources such as support groups and activities available within the Outaouais that are geared specifically towards men.
Perks of Membership? Stay on top of what’s new in your community and find out about upcoming community events via our newsletter and special event notices.
Find detailed information about the RAMQ, health care programs and tools, as well as available health care service such as walk-in clinics and more.
Gatineau, May 26, 2022. – The Service de police de la Ville de Gatineau (SPVG) would like to warn the public about a scheme that appears to be spreading within its territory, known as “grandparent scam”. Quick facts Between May 11 and 25, 2022, the…
May 2 to 8 is #MentalHealthWeek, and it’s all about empathy! #Empathy is something that we can all learn. It’s about choosing not to judge. Seeing the world as others do. Tuning in to each other and actively listening. Understanding someone’s feelings. Empathy has the…
With the theme “Prevention is Better than Death”, the 33rd edition of Suicide Prevention Week reminds us that suicide is not inevitable.
