Connexions Resource Centre - Satellite Offices
Visits by appointment only
Shawville: 530, rue Main, Shawville, Qc, J0X 2Y0
Wakefield: 721, chemin Riverside, Wakefield, QC J0X 3G0
819-557-0615 •

Building a strong, inclusive & healthy English-speaking community

As an active, non-profit organization, Connexions has played a vital role in the development of community life for over a decade by partnering with public institutions, community organizations and various groups in the area.

Our mission: to promote the health, social wellbeing, and vitality of the English-speaking community within the Outaouais.

Explore how we can help you!

Connexions: Empowering the English-Speaking Community of the Outaouais.

Discover how Connexions is making a difference!  Through our information & referral services, fun activities, and collaborative community work, we build vital bridges that enhance the English-speaking community.

What we do.

We help you—

—find public & community services

Our Connexions team can help you find information in English and can also refer you to the appropriate services within your community such as health & social services, legal information, and employment.  We can also help you connect with community organizations within the region who offer supports while you wait for public services.   

Need help?  Connect by calling 819-557-0615 or emailing .

What we do.

We Offer you—

Events for Families, Youth & Professionals

Itsy Bitsy Tots Playgroup, parenting webinars, support groups for families with disabilities, men's mental wellbeing activities, and more!

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Activities for
the 55+ Community

Virtual and in-person activities, including yoga & dance classes, legal information sessions, Jog your Mind workshops, walk & talks, and more!

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Support Groups for Caregivers of Seniors

In-person support groups for individuals who care for a senior loved one who is 50+, as well as information sessions on various caregiving topics.

Register!

Check-out our Main Calendar for All Events

View all of our activities on our main Calendar of Events where we've included events for families, seniors and caregivers of seniors.

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—a wide range of activities & events

Find a slew of free activities including information sessions, support groups, fun classes to get you moving, and more! 

Looking to join us for an activity?  We require registration to ensure we have enough space, materials and refreshments for participants.

Registered, but unable to attend? Please let us know.  Call us at 819-557-0615 or email us at so we can open-up a spot for someone else.

Take note!  Some of our events have limited spots and are only promoted in our Newsletter(s).  Support our non-profit & stay in the loop.  Become a Connexions member!

What we do.

We Link You—

—to public institutions and community health & social services organizations

We actively support research and awareness on the needs of the Outaouais community; promote access to health & social services through our partnerships and representation; and deliver programming specifically geared towards you and your loved ones.

Click on any of the pics to find out about our programming and initiatives, as well as available services and resources within your community.

What we do.

We Keep You—

—informed on the latest news in your community

Delve into our web articles or better yet, get our news stories delivered directly to your inbox!  Support our non-profit & stay in the loop by becoming a Connexions member.

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Memory Clinic – Alzheimer’s Disease: Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment | Aylmer | 55+ Community

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Alternative Living Arrangements for Aging in the Community | SHARP Webinar | 55+ Community

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Gardening to Help You Welcome the Spring Season | Buckingham | 55+ Community

Le Centre Action Générations des Ainés (CAGA) 390 Buckingham Avenue, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada

Join us in-person on Monday, May 06 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am for our Gardening activity in Buckingham! Learn all about the benefits of gardening while getting tips on how to grow your own foods, herbs, and flowers. Bring your spouse, family member, friends, and neighbours. PLEASE

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In-person yoga in Aylmer

Yoga in Aylmer | 55+ Community

St Mark's Church - Downstairs Hall 160 Principale St, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada

Yoga for seniors can be so relaxing, it helps reduce anxiety, lowering your heart rate, blood pressure, and helping you breathe easier. Many other physical benefits from practicing yoga will enhance better stability and balance, greater flexibility, just to name a few. Join us in-person on

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Memory Clinic Presentation; Alzheimer's disease: Diagnosis, prevention and treatment

Memory Clinic – Alzheimer’s Disease: Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment | Aylmer | 55+ Community

St Mark's Church - Downstairs Hall 160 Principale St, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada

Join us in-person on Wednesday, May 8 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am for an information session on Alzheimer’s Disease: Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatment presented by the Memory Clinic. With special guests, Dr. André Moreau M.D., Memory Clinic, and Ann-Sophie Therrien, psychometrician, clinical assessor, Memory Clinic PLEASE

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Expressive Art Journaling | Shawville | 55+ Community

St-Paul's Church 530, rue Main, Shawville, Quebec, Canada

Join us in-person on Thursday, May 09 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am for a morning of expressive art journaling with multidisciplinary artist, Michèle Gagnon. Discover how to create an art journaling practice to enhance wellness, delve into expressive techniques, and allow your inner self

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Gentle Stretching for Strength, Balance and Flexibility

Gentle Stretching For Strength, Balance & Flexibility | Virtual | 55+ Community

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The practice of gentle movements and stretching makes day-to-day life feel easier, helps calm our body and mind, and improves our overall health and well-being. A moving body is a healthier body, and this helps prevent injuries, boost our immune system, release stress, and improve

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Yoga for Healthy Living

Yoga for Healthy Living | In-person in Chelsea | 55+ Community

St. Mary Magdalene Church 537 Route 105, Chelsea, Quebec, Canada

The practice of gentle movements and stretching makes day-to-day life feel easier, helps Join us in-person on Wednesdays, April 24, May 22, June 19 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am for our Yoga for Healthy Living classes in Chelsea! Bring your yoga mat, learn while enjoying the

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Memory Clinic Presentation; Alzheimer’s Disease: Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment

Memory Clinic – Alzheimer’s Disease: Diagnosis, Prevention And Treatment | Shawville | 55+ Community

St-Paul's Church 530, rue Main, Shawville, Quebec, Canada

Join us in-person on Thursday, May 23 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am for an information session on Alzheimer’s Disease: Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatment presented by the Memory Clinic. With special guests, Dr. André Moreau M.D., Memory Clinic, and Ann-Sophie Therrien, psychometrician, clinical assessor, Memory Clinic PLEASE NOTE: This is a free

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Family Resource Series: Dealing with Big Emotions

Family Resource Series | Dealing with Big Emotions

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Join us virtually on Thursdays, May 23 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm for another edition of our Family Resource Series. Our special guests, Village Parent's Andreanne Legault & Karen Coyle, will invite you to dive below the surface to understand your child’s behaviours, big emotions and

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Foot Care Workshop for the 55+ Community

Foot Care Session | Buckingham | 55+ Community

Le Centre Action Générations des Ainés (CAGA) 390 Buckingham Avenue, Gatineau, Quebec, Canada

Join us in-person on Monday, May 27 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am to learn how important footcare is to your health with our special guest, Kathy Kelly, RPN/footcare nurse. Learn all about the following: How often you need to replace your shoes and choosing the proper

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