Social and Economic Development

Through partnerships, workshops, and cultural initiatives, we empower individuals to thrive and foster inclusive regional development.

About our program

Our department works to enhance the visibility, vitality, and opportunities of English-speaking communities across the Laurentians. With the support of partners such as SRQEA, Heritage Canada, Dialogue McGill, and the CISSS des Laurentides, we address barriers to education, employment, healthcare access, and civic participation. As chair of the Regional Access Committee, we advocate for equitable access to healthcare and social services in English.

Taking care of our communities

Linguistic Bridges

We have partnered with Circonflexe in various programs offering tailored French-language support for English-speaking communities

Community Engagement

We support cultural and heritage projects like the 4K Speaker Series and events at Kerr Farm, creating inclusive spaces for English and French speakers to connect.

Legal & Financial Support:

Through partnerships with Éducaloi and Revenue Canada, we offer legal information workshops and free tax clinics for low-income individuals.

Employment & Training

Job-readiness workshops, networking events, and workforce development clinics for English speakers.

OUR COMMUNITY BELIEVES IN US

HERE IS WHAT THEY ARE SAYING

"I was able to learn key techniques to improve my resume writing skills and change my resume from a student to a professional worker. I learned critical skills to help with interview prep for University and longer term employment"
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Our Services

LESAN members collaborating to improve access to services for English speakers in the Laurentians

Community vitality

Highlighting English-speaking heritage and contributions through events, services, and programs that strengthen community life in the Laurentians.

Community members attending a 4Korners employment and networking event

Employment support

Through community partnerships, build your career with job resources, referrals to employment services and networking opportunities.

Health and social development

Connecting you with English-language health care, social supports, and public services like tax clinics, bursaries, and caravans.

English-speaking community partners collaborating in the Laurentians

Promoting official languages

Empowering the region by growing bilingual skills through workshops, mentorship, and community networking events.

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Community Members

Engaged with through events, health caravans, and networking initiatives that improve access to resources and services.

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Employability Clinics

Helping 64 job seekers enhance their skills, prepare resumes, and explore bilingual employment opportunities.

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Cultural Events

Including the 4K Speaker Series and community markets, reaching 590 participants and strengthening cultural visibility.

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Circonflexe Mentorship

Learn French through meaningful connections. Join a mentor, grow your skills, and feel more at home in your community.

Circonflexe au travail

Helping businesses strengthen their bilingual capacity by offering tailored French-language support for English-speaking employees.

Mentor program

Your French can open doors. Become a mentor and guide someone toward new opportunities. Share your French, shape someone’s future. Volunteer just 9 hours and support an English speaker as they build real-world confidence.

Mentee program

Boost your French with a dedicated professional mentor one-on-one support designed to build confidence, skills, and real-life communication. Work with a francophone professional and level up your French through personalized, friendly mentoring