Giving our youth memorable experiences
Sports: More Than Just Physical Activity For young people, sports are a space for discovery, discipline, and personal growth. In a context where social and economic challenges can limit opportunities, sports contribute to both physical and mental well-being while creating unique chances for social integration and cohesion. Programs like Bien dans mes baskets, focused on […]
Meet the Foundation’s Gardes du Cœur
Every day, we are lucky to cross paths with passionate people in our health-care establishments who are dedicated to supporting the community. We also have the opportunity to meet donors and others who are committed to making a difference in the lives of people who need it most. These gardes du cœur watch over the […]
CHSLDs: Building Better Living Environments
Pour nos résidents et résidentes, le CHSLD est avant tout leur milieu de vie : un lieu où ils peuvent se retrouver, tisser des liens, se divertir, se reposer ou encore passer du temps avec leur famille. Le bien-être des personnes hébergées en CHSLD est au cœur des préoccupations des équipes du CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal. […]
Easy Sheet Pan Recipes for a Healthy Autumn
By Nadia Bujold, P.Dt., Dietician and Nutritionist in the Santé Jeunesse Program Parents know that between work, homework, and children’s activities, there is not much time left for meal prep. Yet a balanced diet is key to the physical and mental health of our families, especially during cold and flu season. Make life easier with […]
Celebrating 25 Years of Sports as a Form of Psychosocial Intervention
Psychosocial intervention plays a crucial role in young people’s development and sports has proven to be a particularly effective tool. By offering a space that promotes youth development, builds confidence, and encourages social integration, sports go beyond just exercise. The Bien dans mes baskets sports program: 25 years of success For 25 years, the Bien […]
Adapted Bikes: A $17,500 Donation from the Cogir Foundation
A few months ago, we told you about the launch of an innovative pilot project: adapted electric bikes at the Manoir-de-Verdun, one the CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal’s residential and long-term care centres (CHSLD). On May 23, 2024, Fondation Santé Urbaine received a $17,500 donation from the Cogir Foundation for this wonderful project. Through the Cogir Foundation’s […]
A $20,000 Donation from the Montreal Canadiens Children’s Foundation!
The Montreal Canadiens Children’s Foundation donated $20,000 to Fondation Santé Urbaine. On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, the Fondation Santé Urbaine team was invited to a ceremony at the Bell Centre where it would officially receive the cheque for this sizeable donation. The donation is for the Boxing for School program, which uses sports as […]
The 2024 Foundation Ball Raises $250,000
Over 300 guests were present at Salon Richmond on Thursday, May 9, for the Fondation Santé Urbaine ball, the foundation’s flagship fundraising event. The ball, which gave guests the green light to indulge in all manner of guilty pleasures, raised $250,000 to support Fondation Santé Urbaine projects at the CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal. A true show […]
Shining the Light on the Experiences and Personal Histories of Our Residents
Older adults living in residential and long-term care centres (CHSLDs) are not immune to mental health issues. Often isolated, many have experienced a loss of autonomy and can no longer actively contribute to society the way they used to. When you no longer feel useful, feeling hopeful and at peace with the future is a […]
Santé Québec: The Status Quo in Philanthropy
On December 9, 2023, the Quebec government adopted Bill 15, which will lead to the creation of Santé Québec. The establishment of this new entity will bring about many changes within the health network. Much has been said about the bill’s impact on hospital foundations, their governance and, more broadly, health-care philanthropy. We would like, […]
