Quand les étoiles s'alignent, il ne peut arriver que des choses remarquables!! Une série d'événements et de connections ont menées à cette rencontre qui marque le début d'une belle collaboration! Nos remerciements à Nathan Campbell, F. Pl et Mathieu Canuel, CFA qui sont venus visiter à la Résidence Valois et nous présenter la contribution de RBC Gestion de patrimoine, en plus de rédiger cet excellent résumé de nos activités et mission. Merci! When the stars align, only remarkable things can happen!! A series of events and connections led to this meeting that marks the beginning of a beautiful collaboration! Our thanks to Nathan Campbell, F. Pl and Mathieu Canuel, CFA who came to visit Résidence Valois and present to us the contribution of RBC Wealth Management, in addition to writing this excellent summary of our activities and mission. Thank you! #WIAIH #WIAIHfamily #autisme #autism #deficienceintellectuelle #intellectualdisabilities #neurodivergence #RBCWealthManagement #RBC #WestIslandMontreal #PointeClaire #Awareness
NEIGHBOURHOOD GEM OF THE WEEK: The WIAIH - Association de l'ouest de l'Île pour les handicapés intellectuels This week’s gem is WIAIH, a fantastic organization founded in 1958 by concerned parents. WIAIH plays a vital role in advocacy and offers a variety of programs designed to increase independence and empower over 800 individuals annually. Their impact is made possible through the dedication of volunteers, currently they have 16 active staff members and 70 animators! WIAIH regularly recruits volunteers from West Island schools and the wider community, ensuring their services continue to make a positive difference. Their slogan, "Services · Support · Leadership", reflects the heart of all their activities. Some of the amazing services WIAIH provides include: Recreation services · Specialized camps Support and parent groups · Information Sessions Permanent residence for adults · Day program for seniors Developmental centre for early childhood Afternoon care program for 12-21 year olds We’d like to extend a special thank you to Lyne Charlebois WIAIH's Executive Director, for giving us an insightful tour of their location and taking the time to show us the incredible difference they are making in the lives of so many. As always, we’d love to hear from you! If you know of a small business, charitable organization, or individual making a difference in our community, tag them in the comments below or send me a message. #RBCWealthManagement #RBC #WestIslandMontreal #PointeClaire #Awareness