Coasters Association Inc.

10/16/2026

10/15/2026

📊 Recensement de 2026 – Dates importantes à retenir!

Statistique Canada commencera à diffuser les résultats du Recensement de 2026 en février 2027!

Ces données fourniront des renseignements précieux sur les tendances démographiques, le logement, l’emploi, la langue et bien plus encore, afin de mieux comprendre les besoins changeants des communautés de la Basse-Côte-Nord.

📄 L’Association Coasters a préparé un bulletin d’information présentant les principales dates de diffusion et l’importance de ces données pour notre région.

👇 Consultez le bulletin ci-dessous!
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📊 2026 Census – Important Dates to Know!

Statistics Canada will begin releasing results from the 2026 Census in February 2027!

These results will provide valuable information about population trends, housing, employment, language, and more—helping us better understand the changing needs of our Lower North Shore communities.

📄 The Coasters Association has prepared an information bulletin highlighting the key release dates and why this data matters to our region.

👇 Check out the bulletin below!

10/08/2026

10/07/2026

Deux nouveaux épisodes de Coasters Connect sont maintenant disponibles! 🎙️

🎧 Épisode 12 – Programme de mieux-être des aînés
Priscilla Griffin, gestionnaire des services aux aînés à la Coasters Association, nous parle du Programme de mieux-être des aînés et de la façon dont il favorise un vieillissement sain et actif, réduit l’isolement social et soutient les aînés de la Basse-Côte-Nord.

🎧 Épisode 13 – Fondation Dr Camille-Marcoux
Ana Osborne nous présente le travail de la Fondation Dr Camille-Marcoux et son rôle dans le soutien des soins de santé sur la Basse-Côte-Nord.

🎙️ Écoutez les deux nouveaux épisodes dès maintenant sur Spotify!
👉 Recherchez Coasters Connect.

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Two new episodes of Coasters Connect are now live! 🎙️

🎧 Episode 12 – Seniors Wellness Program
Priscilla Griffin, Manager of Senior Services at the Coasters Association, discusses how the Seniors Wellness Program supports healthy and active aging, reduces social isolation, and supports seniors across the Lower North Shore.

🎧 Episode 13 – Dr. Camille Marcoux Foundation
Ana Osborne shares more about the Dr. Camille Marcoux Foundation and its role in supporting healthcare on the Lower North Shore.

🎙️ Listen to both new episodes now on Spotify!
👉 Search Coasters Connect.

09/15/2026

Share Your Experience Accessing Health & Social Services in English 📣

The Coasters Association is pleased to share an opportunity for English-speaking residents of Quebec to have their voices heard.

PGF Consultants is conducting a study on behalf of the National Consortium for Training in Health (CNFS–ACUFC) to better understand the experiences, challenges, and needs of English-speaking Quebecers when accessing health and social services in English.

Selected participants will take part in a 90-minute virtual focus group between October and December 2026 and will receive a $100 gift card in appreciation of their time.

👉 Interested in sharing your experience?

Complete the pre-screening questionnaire by September 30, 2026:
🔗 Preselection Form – Remplir le formulaire

We encourage residents of the Lower North Shore to consider participating and sharing their experiences. Your perspective can help provide a better understanding of the realities English-speaking communities face when accessing services.

Please share this opportunity with others in your community who may be interested.