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The East Region Virtual Care Clinic

The East Region Virtual Care Clinic a convenient alternative to the emergency room! The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie is a proud partner of the Virtual Care Clinic. This practical and innovative solution allows individuals with or without a […]

Seasonnal flu vaccine

It’s flu season! Vaccination is the best defense against the spread of flu. It’s more important than ever to get your flu shot. Get ahead of the game and plan to get your flu shot now. Call us to make […]

National Volunteer Week 2024

Cornwall, April 18, 2024—From April 14 to April 20, 2024, in Canada, we celebrate National Volunteer Week. This year, we are highlighting the importance of each volunteer and each action and contribution they have made at a time when we […]

Online appointment booking with Ocean

Note that: Clients currently receiving primary health care at the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) can use this platform to book appointments. This service will not work for people who are not registered with the CSCE. Appointments booked […]

Notice to Clients – Exceptional closure

NEW – CSCE NP EMERGENCY CLINIC PROJECT

Cornwall, January 26, 2023 –  Since the beginning of January, the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) is doing its part to reduce overcrowding in emergency room by offering more availability to its primary health clients for urgent or […]

OUR VOLUNTEERS: AN ENDLESS SOURCE OF SOLIDARITY AND COMPASSION

Cornwall, January 24, 2023 – In recent weeks, the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) has been recognizing the exceptional contribution of its volunteers from each of its sites. Whether through programs such as the Green Food Box, vaccination […]

Walk-in or book an appointment at the Bourget Assessment Centre for Respiratory Illnesses

Since January, the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) operate a WALK-IN or BY APPOINTMENT Clinical Assessment Centre (CAC) for respiratory illnesses at its Bourget location (2081 Laval Street). The clinic is open every Sunday and is only for […]

Respiratory illnesses: Useful resources

Did you know that most respiratory illness, including colds, influenza, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and COVID-19, can be managed at home without the need for prescription medications? The Government of Ontario is sharing the following resources regarding respiratory illnesses: Anyone […]

MORE THAN $11,300 RAISED FOR OUR LOCAL COMMUNITIES

Cornwall, December 5, 2022 | After two years in virtual mode, the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) was very excited to finally hold its annual auction in person on Thursday, December 1 at the Bonnie Glen Pavilion in […]

Marche vers le futur (French program)

Over the past few decades, an increase in the aging of the population has been observed. Seniors are growing in number and are living longer. However, they are more likely to have limitations, falls and require care. To meet this […]

November: Diabetes Month

Education to protect tomorrow is the theme of World Diabetes Day 2022, the second year of the 2021–23 focus on access to diabetes care. This year’s campaign focuses on the need for better access to quality diabetes education for health […]

Community Health and Wellbeing Week 2022

Community Health and Wellbeing Week celebrates CSCE’s work to confront inequity in support of health and wellbeing Cornwall, October 17, 2022 – From October 17 to 23, the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) is celebrating its continued work […]

Aging Well: Senior Health and Safety Fair

The City of Cornwall’s Senior Friendly Community Committee is happy to announce their 2022 Aging Well: Senior Health and Safety Fair. The fair is taking place on Wednesday, September 28th from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Benson Center […]

COVID-19 | NORTH GLENGARRY FRONTLINE WORKERS

COVID-19 | NORTH GLENGARRY FRONTLINE WORKERS | On September 9th was held in Maxville the 2022 “Business & Community Awards Gala”, hosted by the Township of North Glengarry. As a group along with other frontline organizations, the Alexandria’s CSCE team […]

Action Against Abuse – An Award of Excellence for one of our staff member

Cornwall, June 29, 2022 – Last week, at Community Action Network Against Abuse (CANAA-RACCA)‘s Annual General Meeting, Ivan Labelle, Community Health Worker at the Cornwall Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie, was awarded with this year’s Award of Excellence. The […]

ANNUAL REPORT 2021-2022: A Year Marked by Change, Challenges and Innovation

Cornwall, June 22, 2022 – Once again this year, the pandemic was at the forefront of Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie’s (CSCE) daily work. With this in mind, we are inviting you to review our online 2021-22 Annual Report. […]

Mask still required at CSCE as of June 11, 2022

Most of the province’s remaining provincial masking requirements will expire as of June 11, 2022. However, health care organizations may implement their own policies. Therefore, clients who are coming to CSCE for appointments, as well as staff and visitors, will […]

Happy Pride Month!

Each year June is a great opportunity to celebrate the LGBTQ2S+ community and push for continued progress and equality. Everyone deserves to feel respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. Let’s continue to embrace diversity and inclusivity to help make […]

ONTARIO ELECTION | Community Health, Health Equity and Digital Equity Matter

Cornwall, May 24, 2022 – As front-facing community health organizations, we’ve seen what our community has endured during the pandemic, and the supports needed to get through a crisis. We’re raising our voices for marginalized people here in Eastern Ontario because […]

Mental health and addiction services for youth ages 12-25

NEW! Mental health and addiction services for youth ages 12-25 are now offered at Alexandria CSCE in partnership with SDG & Cornwall Youth Hub. Look at the poster below or call 613-577-7216 for more information.

New! Bridging Care program

February 14th, 2022 | The Seaway Valley Community Health Centre, in partnership with Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE), is pleased to announce the arrival of the new Bridging Care program (Relais-santé in French) focused primarily on supporting underserved […]

Interested in sharing your experience to improve our healthcare system in Eastern Ontario?

The Upper Canada, Cornwall & Area Ontario Health Team is looking for patients, clients, residents and caregivers from Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry, City of Cornwall, rural Southeast Ottawa and Russell Township and Akwesasne to join an Expert Group. The purpose of […]

CSCE ANNUAL AUCTION: MORE THAN $8,000 RAISED!

For a second year in virtual mode, the employees at the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) held their annual auction on December 2nd. This fundraising event, which is important to our clients, especially during these particular times, raised […]

A SPECIAL THANKS TO THE “JOYEUSES TRICOTEUSES”

October 17th, 2021 | On behalf of all of the members of the Cornwall Sunrise Rotary Club and the women volunteers of the “Go with the Flow Project”, I would like to extend to the Centre de santé communautaire de […]

Community Health and Wellbeing Week: October 4 to 10, 2021

Building Equitable Futures The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) is recognizing Community Health and Wellbeing Week (CHWW) in Ontario to highlight and celebrate our work to achieve the best possible health and wellbeing for everyone living in Stormont, […]

Ontario Health Team Announced for Upper Canada, Cornwall and Area

September 27th, 2021 | Great news for the area! The CSCE has officially been approved to be part of the Upper Canada, Cornwall and Area Ontario Health Team (UCCA OHT), alongside 32 other partners from across the region – working […]

Survey regarding the future of virtual consultations at CSCE

Notice to CSCE Clients Since March 2020, the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) has had to change the way it provides its services to comply with mandatory public health and social distancing measures implemented due to the COVID-19 […]

Prescott-Russell: My Pregnancy, my experience

To minimize the impact of poverty on pregnancy, Groupe Action is offering a new program to support low-income pregnant women from the Prescott-Russell area. Eligible women will benefit from the following support: Monthly contacts with an early childhood educator. Access […]

MenTALK – K homme’unique wins the ACSM Annual Mental Health Service Award

CORNWALL | On June 21st, at the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Champlain East annual general meeting, Ivan Labelle, Community Health Worker at Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE), and Stephen Douris, founders of MenTALK – K homme’unique, a […]

ANNUAL REPORT 2020-2021: Adaptation and Openness to Change

Cornwall, June 9, 2021 – Virtual technology is becoming more and more part of our everyday life. With this in mind, we are inviting you to review our 2020-21 Annual Report online, which includes many examples of how our staff […]

The first ever virtual edition of “Racing Against Drugs”

On May 12&13, 2021, Grade 6 and 7 students in Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry and Akwesasne took part in the first ever virtual edition of “Racing Against Drugs”. For the past 23 years, “Racing Against Drugs” has informed youth about the […]

Vaccination clinics underway at CSCE

In an effort to help stop the spread of COVID-19, the CSCE is proud to participate in the province’s vaccination campaign. Since April 27th, COVID-19 vaccines is administered solely to our vulnerable clients. Please note that clients must be contacted […]

The Value of One, The Power of Many

National Volunteer Week: April 18-24, 2021 The National Volunteer Week theme for 2021, The Value of One, The Power of Many, reflects on the awe-inspiring acts of kindness by millions of individuals AND the magic that happens when we work […]

Spread and harvest happiness with community gardens

Cornwall, March 16, 2021 – Despite COVID-19, community gardens should open this spring, much to the delight of gardeners, volunteers and partners (waiting for confirmation from Eastern Ontario Health Unit). Of course, infectious disease control and physical distancing measures will […]

COVID-19 – Resources and Support

COVID-19 information, COVID-19 vaccine, health care and mental health resources for all the family, well-being, leisure, food resources, income, etc. Click here to consult the resources.  

Nutrition Month 2021

Good for you! Dietitians help you find your healthy For over 30 years, dietitians have been organizing and implementing the Nutrition Month which is held throughout March. This year the theme “Good for you! Dietitians help you find your healthy” […]

NEW – Appointment Reminders by Email, Text Message (SMS) or Voice

The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) now offers automated appointment reminders via email, SMS or voice. This service improves office efficiency, reduces missed appointments and increases scheduling capacity for clients who require timely health care services. Naturally, clients […]

Virtual Visits With Your Health Care Provider

Did you know that the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) now offers virtual visits with your health care provider? Video consultations are a safe and effective alternative to face-to-face appointments. They can be conducted on electronic devices like […]

Prescription renewals

Important Notice Please note that prescription renewal requests must now come from your pharmacy. To renew your medication, please contact your pharmacy directly and ask them to fax your request to your doctor or nurse practitioner. Thank you.

The Green Food Box: an Ever-Popular Initiative, Even During the Pandemic

Whether in Bourget, Embrun, Crysler, Finch, Maxville, Moose Creek or elsewhere in the region, this initiative continues to be popular and to evolve based on the needs of each community. With the help of many committed volunteers, many boxes with […]

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain

“I really enjoyed the course I just completed. I learned a lot about self-management, such as how to balance activities, meditation and positive thinking. The instructors are fantastic and act as facilitators by sharing their experience and expertise. This program […]

A New Course on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Mindfulness

The CSCE is now offering on a regular basis a course based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). CBT is a recognized therapeutic approach designed to help individuals manage distress and emotional reactions. This virtual educational course helps individuals develop basic […]

Local Healthcare Teams and the CSCE

Although the focus was on managing the pandemic, the Ministry of Health encouraged Ontario Health teams to continue with their projects or to partner with other approved teams or those in the process of becoming approved. The Executive Director and […]

Centralized Intake System: Improved Assessment of Urgent Cases

While the CSCE does not provide crisis intervention services, not all requests for mental health care are equal and some should be addressed more promptly. Recognizing that there is a waiting period for therapy services and that some situations carry […]

Staff and Board Recognition

Staff Recognition The CSCE would like to recognize the hard work and dedication of several staff members. Congratulations on achieving this milestone! 30 years of service: Lynn Cuillerier 15 years of service: Lucie Bissonnette, Marc-Rosario Joseph, Julie Lalonde, Lyne Martineau and […]

Thank you to the United Counties of Prescott and Russell and to United Way SDG

The CSCE is grateful to have received grants totalling $35,000 from the Social Services Relief Fund and Emergency Community Support Fund, provided by the United Counties of Prescott-Russell and United Way SDG. To date, these grants have helped the CSCE […]

Pap Test Clinics Delivered by Nurse Practitioners

The Pap test, or Papanicolaou test, is used to screen for cervical cancer and should be performed every three years for women between the ages of 21 and 70. This is one of the clinical performance indicators in our Multi-Sector […]

Courtesy Call Program, Resources and Support

Courtesy Call Program To provide support during these challenging times, our community healthcare team has launched a courtesy call program for clients and participants in various CSCE programs. Courtesy calls are short telephone conversations that are meant to provide one-on-one […]

The Importance of Home Care in a Pandemic

Managing the COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on our most vulnerable clients. This is why home care is more critical than ever to the well-being of vulnerable individuals who are unable to travel to receive medical care or […]

Virtual Group: Get moving, for better balance!

Did you know that the CSCE has been offering online exercise groups since the pandemic first started? The virtual groups for people 55 and over “Get moving, for better balance!” are designed to keep you active, improve your strength and balance, […]

A Successful Shift to Virtual Service Delivery at the CSCE

“I would like to thank the CSCE for the excellent service I received during the pandemic. I feel privileged to be a client of the CSCE. Telehealth and virtual groups are a real breakthrough not only for the CSCE but […]

Emergency Food Basket Distribution

The CSCE is proud to have participated in the October 2020 and March 2021 Emergency Food Basket Distribution Campaign. This initiative, organized by the Social Development Council of Cornwall and Area, United Way SDG and members of the Regional Emergency […]

The Shift to Virtual Technology is Highly Appreciated by Diabetic and Pre-Diabetic Clients

Diabetes Education Program As a result of the pandemic, the year 2020-21 has brought significant changes to the Diabetes Education Program (DEP). Despite the circumstances, when the Ontario government first announced the lockdown, DEP educators went to work to continue […]

Our Volunteers: The Strength of the Team is Each Individual Member

The CSCE is proud to be able to count on its volunteers and would like to sincerely thank each of them. Initiatives like exercise groups, immunization clinics, the Green Food Box and Chronic Conditions Self Management workshops, just to name […]

Nutrition in a Virtual World

Despite changes in clinical appointment scheduling since the beginning of the pandemic, CSCE dietitians are continuing to provide one-on-one appointments with clients, answering their questions and helping them make lifestyle changes and improve their health. While they are continuing to […]

CSCE ANNUAL AUCTION: $14,415 RAISED!

On December 2nd, the employees at the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) held their annual auction via an online platform. This fundraising event, which is important to our clients especially during these difficult times, raised a whopping $14,415 […]

PREGNANCY FOLLOW-UPS at the Embrun CSCE

November 9, 2020 – The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) in Embrun is pleased to announce its partnership with Dr. Kheïra Jolin-Dahel, Family Physician specializing in obstetrics that also offers maternal care and performs deliveries at the Winchester […]

Request for Proposals: Multifuntion Copiers

The CSCE is accepting quotes to lease seven medium capacity colour multifunction copiers and one smaller capacity multifunction copier to replace its existing units. Click here to obtain detailed information about the Request for Proposals. Enquiries: All enquiries and clarifying […]

Community Health and Wellbeing Week – October 5 to 11, 2020

Community Health and Wellbeing Week celebrates work to support each other during COVID-19 while we plan a recovery that works for everyone From October 5 to 11, the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) will celebrate our community’s work […]

Nutrition Services at the CSCE: Why Are They So Important?

Not many organizations provide the community with an opportunity to consult a dietitian free of charge, as is the case in community health centres. Thanks to the CSCE, the population of Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry, Prescott and Russell can obtain reliable […]

Get back on track with the low back pain program

Low back pain is the most common work-related disorder in North America and the number one cause of disability in the world. It is also a major cause of workplace absenteeism. Around 85% of the population will experience back pain […]

EOHU Directive for Mandatory Masking in Indoor Public Spaces

July 7, 2020 – Based on the precautionary principle, the Eastern Ontario Health Unit (EOHU) is making the use of face coverings by members of the public mandatory in indoor (ENCLOSED) public spaces accessed by the public. “Wearing a mask or face […]

New electronic medical record system

In the next few weeks, we will be implementing a new electronic medical record (EMR) system that will help improve safety & quality of care. Wait times may be longer than usual. Thanks for your patience!

Gardening in the community

The City of Cornwall has two community eco gardens, one on Brookdale Ave. and one on Race St. With the relaxation of the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, the gardens are open for the season, with some new safety and social distancing […]

Mental Health Week 2020

Every year, in the first full week of May, people rally for CMHA Mental Health Week. It’s a Canadian tradition bringing communities, schools and workplaces together to celebrate, protect and promote mental health. This year, things are looking a little different. We are confined to our individual living spaces, […]

Heart attacks don’t stop during a pandemic

Chest pain? Difficulty breathing? Discomfort in chest, arms, back, neck, shoulder or jaw? Don’t ignore heart symptoms. Here is an important message from University of Ottawa Heart Institute:

Coronavirus – INFORMATION AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES

All our clients must make an appointment by telephone before entering one of the CSCE sites. You don’t have an appointment? Call before you show up. Thank you for your collaboration. PLEASE PUT A MASK AND WASH YOUR HANDS WHEN […]

Wellness Together Canada: Mental Health Support

We recognize the significant strain that COVID-19 has placed on individuals and families across the country. Many people are concerned about their physical and mental well being. Canadians are being challenged in a number of ways because of isolation, financial […]

GREEN FOOD BOX PROGRAM MUCH APPRECIATED BY COMMUNITIES DURING THE PANDEMIC

April 17, 2020 – Over the past few weeks, the Green Food Box Program in Crysler practically tripled its orders. Over 140 boxes were distributed on a biweekly basis throughout the communities of Crysler, Finch, Moose Creek, and most recently, […]

It’s time to applaud this country’s volunteers!

Sunday, April 19, will mark the start of National Volunteer Week in Canada. It’s a coast-to-coast-to-coast celebration of the commitment, dedication, generosity and selflessness of Canada’s almost 12.7 million volunteers. This couldn’t be more timely! Led by Volunteer Canada and […]

Manage and Prevent Malnutrition

What is malnutrition? “Malnutrition” relates to deficiencies or imbalances in the energy and/or nutritional intake of a person. It can weaken the immune system and make recovery from illness and injury slower and more difficult. You are at higher risk […]

The CSCE’s Accreditation Has Been Renewed for Another Four Years

March 30, 2020 – The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie’s (CSCE) accreditation has been renewed for another four years, effective June 1, 2020 to May 31, 2024. In its final report, the Canadian Centre for Accreditation (CCA) stated that […]

United Counties of SD&G, United Counties of P&R and City of Cornwall Declare State of Emergency Over Spread of COVID-19

March 26, 2020 – In response to growing concerns over COVID-19 in Eastern Ontario, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G), the United Counties of Prescott and Russell (UCPR) and the City of Cornwall have declared a state […]

Coronavirus – CSCE Groups on Hold

In order to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spreading and as a preventive measure, ALL CSCE GROUPS ARE CANCELED until further notice. Thank you for your understanding.  

Nutrition Month 2020

March is Nutrition Month and this year, Canadian dietitians are talking about how healthy eating is about so much More than Food! For dietitians, it’s not just about considering what Canadians eat, but how they eat – how to enjoy […]

PRE-SURGICAL CONSULTATIONS NOW OFFERED AT THE CSCE IN LIMOGES

December 17, 2019 – The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) is happy to announce its partnership with Doctor Priscille Cyr, surgeon at the Hawkesbury and District General Hospital (HGH). Starting January 31, 2020, Doctor Cyr will be providing […]

Food Insecurity in Eastern Ontario – A Matter of Concern

December 11, 2019 – The cost of nutritious food in the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry, and Prescott-Russell and the City of Cornwall has increased by 9% in 2019 compared to 2018. A survey on the local cost […]

Grand Opening of Place 649 in Embrun

October 28, 2019 – The grand opening of Place 649, a new building in Embrun where the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) is now housed, took place on Thursday, October 24, 2019. Approximately 250 people from Embrun and […]

Manage and Prevent Hypertension

Managing high blood pressure can reduce your risk of heart attack by 25%, stroke by 40% and heart failure by 50%. What is hypertension? Hypertension or high blood pressure is where blood flows through your veins at a higher pressure […]

Invitation to the Inauguration of Embrun Place 649

September 25, 2019 – It is with great pride and enthusiasm that Mr. Philippe Ryan, Mr. Jean-Benoit and Mrs Julia Robillard, Mr. Marc Bisson, Mr. Ankit Shah and Dr. Konrad Binder invite you to the official inauguration of Place 649 […]

Great news for the Crysler community and surrounding area!

August 14, 2019 – Dr. Vikie Bédard, a Family Practitioner, joined the staff at the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) in Crysler on August 12, 2019. The CSCE is delighted to welcome Dr. Bédard to its Crysler location […]

The CSCE in Limoges Welcomes New Physician

July 22, 2019 – Dr. Paulo Antunes, a Family Practitioner, will be joining the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) in Limoges as of August 6, 2019. The staff at the CSCE in Limoges is pleased that Dr. Antunes […]

GYNECOLOGICAL SERVICES AND PREGNANCY FOLLOW-UPS IN LIMOGES

July 3, 2019 – The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) in Limoges is pleased to announce its new partnership with Dr. Milena Garofalo, obstetrician-gynecologist from the Hawkesbury and District General Hospital (HGH). Starting July 15, 2019, Dr. Garofalo […]

A wonderful day for the Crysler Bike Rodeo!

Last Sunday, June 23rd, 2019, was the first Bike Rodeo in Crysler, organized by the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) and the Crysler Citizens Committee (CCC). Around fifteen participants between the ages of 4 to 12 years old […]

PREGNANCY FOLLOW-UPS at the Embrun CSCE

April 29, 2019 – The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) in Embrun is pleased to announce its new partnership with Dr. Nicolas A. Bégin, gynecologist/obstetrician from the Montfort Hospital, who will provide pregnancy follow-up services at the CSCE […]

March is Nutrition Month!

Dietitians are key in helping Canadians Unlock the Potential of Food this Nutrition Month March is Nutrition Month and this year builds on the 2018 campaign that saw dietitians help Canadians Unlock the Potential of Food, highlighting how food can not only […]

CSCE 2019 Winter Schedule Now Available!

December 13th, 2018 – The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie’s (CSCE) 2019 winter schedule is now available on our web calendar. The calendar features a handy search tool which enables you to find groups, events and community activities offered in all CSCE […]

Embrun CSCE | We have moved!

The Embrun Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie has moved into more accessible premises! Since November 19, 2018, the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) professionals are proud to welcome the public to a new address in Embrun: 649 […]

Are you a Francophone Patient?

Official Language Minority Communities in Ontario: Understanding the Lived Experiences of Francophone Patients and their Nursing Care Providers You are invited to participate in an interview for a study regarding the experience of registered nurses, nursing students and Francophone patients […]

Cornwall Mayoral Debate on Health, Wellness and Community Vitality

In advance of this year’s Community Health and Wellbeing Week (CHWW) which will take place from October 22nd to October 28th, 2018, Seaway Valley Community Health Centre (SVCHC), Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) and St-Joseph’s Continuing Care Centre […]

CSCE 2018 Fall Schedule Now Available!

September 11th, 2018 – The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie’s (CSCE) 2018 fall schedule is now available on our web calendar. The calendar features a handy search tool which enables you to find groups, events and community activities offered in […]

SD&G OPP 15th Annual Golf Tournament: Over $115,000 Raised

On Saturday, July 14, Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) hosted their 15th Annual Golf Tournament at the Heritage Golf Club in Lancaster. The event raised $115,000, which will be handed over to youth initiatives in Glengarry […]

Family Color Run for a Good Cause!

Last Sunday, August 26, 2018, the 1st Edition of the Limoges Family Color Run was held, as part of Boboul Family Day, bringing together 110 runners and walkers of all ages. The event, organized by the Centre de santé communautaire […]

Lots of fun at the 2nd edition of the Bourget Splash Pad Fun Event!

Last Thursday, August 16, 2018, the 2nd Bourget Splash Pad Fun Event organized by the Splash Pad Committee was held at the park to inaugurate the newly constructed gazebo. The event, launched by François Plouffe, Community Health Worker at the […]

The 10th Edition Senior Fair a Success!

Last Thursday, June 7, 2018, the 10th annual bilingual Senior Fair organized by the “Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie” (CSCE), in partnership with the Care Centre and Carefor, took place at the Cornwall Care Centre. This event was orchestrated […]

Volunteer Week

April 16, 2018 – It’s Volunteer Week from April 15 to 21, 2018 and we would like to tip our hats to them! The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) is proud to rely on the services of its fifty or […]

World Diabetes Day 2017 – Women and Diabetes

November 14, 2017 – The World Diabetes Day 2017 campaign will promote the importance of affordable and equitable access for all women at risk for or living with diabetes to the essential diabetes medicines and technologies, selfmanagement education and information […]

November is fall prevention month

It takes a community to prevent a fall. We all have a role to play! Did you know? In Ontario, falls to older adults accounted for $1 billion in direct health care costs. Fall Prevention Month encourages organizations to coordinate […]

CSCE Low Back Pain Pilot Project Takes Top Honors at Health Quality Ontario Conference

Marc Bisson, Executive Director at the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) received a distinction award after delivering a brief presentation on the quality of care received under the low back pain pilot project during Health Quality Ontario’s conference […]

The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie in Limoges: The Beginning of a Great Adventure

Limoges, October 13, 2017 – After many months of hard work, the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie (CSCE) is proud to welcome the public to its new access point in Limoges. Members of the interprofessional team are excited to […]

Happy Labour Day Weekend!

All the staff from the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie would like to wish you a happy Labour Day. Please note that the Centre de santé will be closed on Monday September 4th.  

Annual Report 2016-2017

The annual report provide you a complete overview of the CSCE activities as well as a financial statements. Download the Annual Report 2016-2017 (in PDF) and learn more a the CSCE priorities and achievements in the past year. Happy reading!

Happy Canada Day!

All the staff from the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie would like to wish you a happy Canada day. Please note that the Centre de santé will be closed on Monday July 3rd.  

Access point of the CSCE in Limoges: the project comes to fruition

As announced by Premier Kathleen Wynne last October, the Estrie Community Health Center (CSCE) will extend its services to the Limoges region. The opening of the CSCE access point in the Limoges Health Hub, where services will be offered three […]

Happy Victoria Day!

All the staff from the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie would like to wish you a happy Victoria Day. Please note that the Centre de santé will be closed on Monday May 22th. Enjoy the long week-end!

Happy Easter!

All the staff from the Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie would like to wish you a Happy Easter. Please note that the Centre de santé will be closed on Friday, April 14 and Monday, April 17 for the Easter […]

Community Food Share

Transportation is often mentioned as a major barrier for food bank clients especially seniors. “We are well aware that this is an issue for many of our clients,” says Ian McKelvie, Administrator at Community Food Share. “We first tried to […]

Death notice: Dr Jeannette Scandar

It is with deep sadness that we learned of the passing of Dr. Jeannette Scandar on March 1st. Dr. Scandar practiced medicine for many years at the Cornwall site. She will be remembered as a caring and dedicated person. The […]

Satisfaction Survey Results: Thank you for participating!

The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie’s (CSCE) Quality Services Committee would like to share the results of its Client Satisfaction Survey, upon approval of the Executive Director. The survey, which is designed to assess client satisfaction, was conducted throughout […]

Holidays schedule

The Centre de santé communautaire de l’Estrie extends its warmest wishes of health and happiness to all. Please note that the CSCE will be closed on December 26 and 27, 2016 as well as January 2 and 3, 2017. Only […]

November 14: World Diabetes Day

Diabetes is a disease that affects 1.2 million people in Ontario. By 2020, it is predicted that this number will increase to 1.9 million people. Every year, on World Diabetes Day, prevention strategies are promoted to try to stop this […]

You don’t have a doctor?

Be aware that all our centres of santé are currently accepting new patients or maintain waiting lists If you do not currently have a family doctor or you would like to change family doctors in order to receive medical services […]

Better Access to Health Services for People in Limoges

News Release Better Access to Health Services for People in Limoges – Ontario Invests in New Local Health Office October 13, 2016 12:00 P.M. Office of the Premier Premier Kathleen Wynne was in Limoges today to announce that Ontario is supporting […]

The CSCE’s 25th anniversary!

  The Centre de santé is proud to mark its 25th year of existence. This year is an ideal time to recall what we have been, celebrate what we are and look forward to what we will become! Get all […]