Mélissa Gélinas LJI Reporter

The Western Quebec Career Centre (WQCC) welcomed several students, parents, and guests to the Wellness Fair, which took place at 100 Frank-Robinson Avenue in Aylmer on March 25 from 10 am to 12 pm. The objective of this event was to raise awareness, inform, and support young people and adults in their professional and personal development, with the participation of various organizations in the Outaouais region, such as:

• L’Autre Chez-Soi (Assistance and shelter for women victims of domestic violence and their children)

• The Outaouais Integrated Health and Social Services Centre (CISSSO)

• Carrefour jeunesse emploi de l’Outaouais

• Service Intégration Travail Outaouais (SITO)

• Connexions Resource Centre

• The First Nations of Quebec Human Resources Development Commission

• Option Femmes

• Western Quebec Literacy Council

• And many others

This was an opportunity to discuss a variety of topics, such as mental health, substance use disorders, reintegration into the workforce, career choices, and more.

For example, the Connexion Resource Centre organization helps individuals with mental health issues, particularly those suffering from suicidal thoughts. To this end, the Centre offers accessible resources, health promotion activities, videoconferences, workshops, and more.

“It’s a day where several partners from the region come together and share their services,” said Alex, an academic advisor at WQCC. “We’ve been holding this event every two years for the past 17 years,” he added. “It allows students, parents, and adults to get a better idea of ​​the types of organizations in the region and the services offered.”

Photo: Western Quebec Literacy Council booth at the WQCC Wellness Fair (March 25, 2025) (MG) Photo: Mélissa Gélinas