AutonHomme Pontiac is now officially located at 128 Front Street in Campbell’s Bay. The new community service center will be open on January 31, 2023 and be in full operation in April. The official opening took place last Thursday, Jan. 19 at noon. About 40 people attended the event. A snack was served courtesy of Langford’s Grocery in Campbell’s Bay.

AutonHomme Pontiac helps mainly men from the Pontiac who are facing psychological, financial, personal distress and various problems related to family breakups, violence management or addiction.

AutonHomme Pontiac also offers temporary housing for any person (man, woman, family) struggling with homelessness as well as help with finding housing and maintenance support. The organization also offers support to seniors and low-income individuals to assist them in completing their tax returns.

Tyler Ladouceur, Executive Director, is also proud that the new facilities are large enough to allow other Pontiac organizations to rent office space or the larger meeting room for their activities. In addition, the organization can offer more adequate work space to employees and expand their service offering. This project is the culmination of four years of work. Ladouceur mentioned that the covid situation has brought significant challenges for the financial plan for the renovation of the old pharmacy at 128 Front Street and resource availability more generally.

President of the Board of Director Pierre-Alain Jones emphasized that this project could not have been realized without the contribution of the government, the financial support of the MRC, the collaboration with the municipality of Campbell’s Bay and the contribution of a supportive and daring Board of Directors.

Pontiac MP Sophie Chatel acknowledged the contribution of the AutonHomme Pontiac team as they are an important safety net in our community. They are silent heroes who work with heart and passion. Sandra Armstrong, representing the MRC, as well as André Fortin also underlined the good work of Ladouceur and his team.

For any information or service request, you can contact AutonHomme Pontiac at 819-648-2309 for their support.

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