Testimonials

How did you get involved in the past, and what are you doing now?

Formerly a member of the coordination committee for the Bonaventure branch of Quebec Solidaire. Currently involved in an interest group focusing on systemic racism in the association of speech therapists and audiologists (with an emphasis on regional issues). Organizing and participating in women’s sports teams (softball and hockey) in Bonaventure.

Why did you decide to get more involved in your community?

To be a part of the change (especially when it comes to the environment, education and social equality) and to revitalize the region.

Tell us about your favourite volunteering experience

Volunteering in the QS 2018 provincial election with all the other volunteers in my riding. We touched on some important issues and had some wonderful conversations with people in their living rooms. I felt as if we made some change on a small scale!

Why should young people get involved in their communities?

Because when everyone gets involved, our communities stay energized, healthy, and remain open to change. I really like the idea of small-scale changes in little towns that lead to little positive effects, one step at a time. Small is beautiful.

What are your future plans?

I will, of course, stay involved in education as a speech therapist at the Centre de services scolaire René-Lévesque. I’d eventually like to return as a member on the QS Bonaventure brand coordination committee (maybe for the 2022 elections). I’d also like to volunteer at the new Gaspésie Sud social pediatric centre, if they need anything.

I’m also thinking about getting more involved in the Baie-des-Chaleurs animal protection network (I love cats!!). Otherwise, I’ve got a lot of other social involvements, but I don’t have enough time to balance everything out. I’ve got lots of great ideas and good intentions, but we’ll see how I can fit it all into my schedule.

How did you get involved in the past, and what are you doing now?

Board member for my youth club, youth club volunteer, I am a part of boulevard 132 (a show made by and for young people), I volunteer for the local TV (hosting bingo nights and events), and I am on my school’s soccer team.

Why did you decide to get more involved in your community?

Because I enjoy it. I like doing new things and feeling a part of my community, and contributing to it.

Tell us about your favourite volunteering experience

Hosting the telethon because I got to experience being on live TV

Why should young people get involved in their communities?

Because it’s a wonderful experience and you meet wonderful people

What are your future plans?

Keep up my involvement in the community, study to become a funeral director, and keep living life.

How did you get involved in the past, and what are you doing now?

Boulangerie Oh les pains (take out: bread, meals, coffee), TDLG: boutique and information.

Why did you decide to get more involved in your community?

To help entrepreneurs and active organizations that have active roles in projects that bring our community together!

Tell us about your favourite volunteering experience

When I was volunteering at the TDLG, I met so many other lovely volunteers and outdoor enthusiasts from Gaspé that I still maintain contact with today.

Why should young people get involved in their communities?

Because it feels good to give back, and it’s a great way to meet people who have the same values and passions as you do.

What are your future plans?

Start my own physiotherapy and kinesiology business, learn more about my profession through my colleagues, and keep volunteering where others need me.