Open House in our residences
Portes Ouvertes en résidence - 15 septembre 2024, de 13 h à 16 h

Visit Le Groupe Maurice residences during our open house event. This entertaining afternoon will give you the chance to explore our selected residential complexes’ sublime living spaces. Your leisure, social life, security and privacy are all under one roof.

When? Sunday, March 16th, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Come meet us !

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Ambiance

50, Place du Commerce
Île-des-Sœurs, QC, H3E 2C3
Contact us (514) 768-2888

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Ambiance invites you to experience an exceptional retirement in a dynamic, inspiring and charming site. Located on Nuns’ Island, this residence enjoys one of the most beautiful settings in the Montreal region. Surrounded by water, parks and hiking trails, Ambiance also offers a wide range of shops and services within walking distance. It’s an idyllic spot nestled between city and nature!

204

Apartments

8

Floors

48

Care units

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The apartments

Note that our units also have many amenities and benefits specific to the residence. You’ll find apartment prices below:

Four appliances
Electricity, heating / air conditioning
Cable TV
Access to common areas
Participation in activities organized by an activity manager
Security 24/7
Studio
385 sq.ft. to 505 sq.ft.
Starting at $1,746 per month
3½ (1 bdr)
577 sq.ft. to à 902 sq.ft.
Starting at $2,381 per month
3½ + den (1 bdr)
1,125 sq.ft. to 1,167 sq.ft.
$3,834 per month
4½ (2 bdr)
902 sq.ft. to 1,408 sq.ft.
Starting at $3,693 per month
5½ (3 bdr)
1,398 sq.ft.
Starting at $4,885 per month

Your kind of comfort

  • Full kitchen with appliances
  • Large bathroom with linen closet
  • Ceramic surfaces in bathroom
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Closed in-unit storage spaces
  • Large windows
  • Superior soundproofing
Unité de soins - Résidence Ambiance - Le Groupe Maurice
Unité de soins - Résidence Ambiance - Le Groupe Maurice

48 care units to make your daily life easier

Our care units are designed for individuals who are semi-autonomous or experiencing minor autonomy loss. We offer tailored daily support from a team of highly skilled healthcare professionals, available around the clock. Our care units also occasionally accommodate convalescent stays.

Learn more about the care units

 

Optional care services are also offered on an à la carte basis to autonomous residents: Medication administration and management, help with support stockings, change of bandages and dressings, vital signs and weight measurement, partial bath, bathing assistance in the apartment or a therapeutic bath…

Please note that this list may not be comprehensive, and services can differ between residences. For a complete overview, we invite you to contact your preferred residence directly.

Common areas

There aren’t enough hours in a day!

Ambiance offers you the space and opportunities to let your imagination run wild. Its many amenities mean you can enjoy every moment as you see fit.

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Dining room
Dining room
Private dining room
Private dining room
Panoramic lounge
Panoramic lounge
Library
Library
Salon with piano
Salon with piano
Billiards room
Billiards room
Gym
Gym
Indoor swimming pool
Indoor swimming pool
Spa
Spa
Activity room
Activity room
Movie theatre
Movie theatre
Place of worship
Place of worship
Hair and beauty salon
Hair and beauty salon
Gardens
Gardens
Roof terrace
Roof terrace
Petanque
Petanque
Pharmaceutical counter
Pharmaceutical counter
Bistro and convenience store
Bistro and convenience store

Activities and services

Your calendar is full!

At Ambiance, you can choose from all sorts of physical, social, cultural and intellectual pursuits organized by a passionate team. Whether it’s dancing, painting, singing, laughing it up or just having fun… whether it’s reading, engaging in discussions or debates, you’ll always find something to keep both mind and body stimulated!

Stay active with an aquafitness class. There are also painting classes and our special pet therapy program. Time certainly flies when you’re having fun!

You can also take advantage of a wide range of optional services. Don’t hesitate!

Around the residence

The best of Nuns’ Island

Situated in the heart of Nuns’ Island on Place du Commerce Street, the Ambiance residence offers you an urban living environment in a colourful country setting. The residence is strategically located near shops and services, while remaining close to the waterfront and greenery. The proximity to downtown and the banks of the St. Lawrence River, make Ambiance a privileged, warm and ultimately balanced place in which to live.

  • Minutes from shops and services: Provigo, Jean Coutu, SAQ
  • Walking distance to restaurants and coffee shops
  • Easy access to highways and the Champlain Bridge
  • Close to several parks, green spaces, bike paths and parkways

This week at Ambiance

Activities of the week

Sunday, 23 February 2025

Sunday, 23 February 2025
19:00 - 21:00

OPERA CONCERT: La Donna del Lago with Rossini

Come and enjoy!

Sunday, 23 February 2025
19:00 - 20:00

Opera Concert (Cinema Hall) LA DONNA DEL LAGO WITH ROSSINI

Sunday, 23 February 2025
10:00 - 10:30

Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)

Sunday, 23 February 2025
10:00 - 10:30

Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)

Sunday, 23 February 2025
10:00 - 11:00

Mass on Radio-Canada

Monday, 24 February 2025

Monday, 24 February 2025
19:00 - 20:00

Cards Club : Golf (library)

You can learn this game among us. Minimum 4 players for this game.

Monday, 24 February 2025
19:00 - 21:00

Cinéma : The Dishwasher

Réalisateur : Francis Leclerc

Année : 2023

En Vedettes: Henri Richer-Picard, Charles-Aubey Houde, Joan Hart, Maxime de Cotret, Fayolle Jean Jr., Robin L'Houmeau, Marie-Ève Beauregard

Genre : Film Canadien/Drame Social

Venez profiter un film sur notre grand écran ! 

Monday, 24 February 2025
19:00 - 21:00

Cinéma : Riverfront Romance

Réalisateur : Sean Cisterna

Année : 2021

En Vedettes: Tammy Gillis, Morgan David Jones, Allison Hossack

Genre : Film Canadien/Drame Social/Comédie Sentimentale

Venez profiter un film sur notre grand écran ! 

Monday, 24 February 2025
9:30 - 10:00

Chair exercise: Cardio (Channel 941 Vidéotron)

Seated exercise to work on the cardiovascular system, arm, core, and thigh muscles. 

Monday, 24 February 2025
10:00 - 11:00

Puzzle Club

A 3 in 1 activity: relaxation, concentration and feeling of belonging in this activity.

1000 pieces puzzle that is doable when together!


Puzzle open to all! (at your convenience)

Monday, 24 February 2025
10:30 - 11:20

Pilates with Laura (activity room)

Monday, 24 February 2025
13:30 - 15:30

Classical music concerts (cinema room)

Come and attend the magnificent concert offered by Mr. André Mercure. A perfect meeting for music lovers. Welcome to all!

Monday, 24 February 2025
15:30 - 16:30

Line dancing (activity room)

Beginners, intermediates, and advanced dancers, you are all welcome. Come join us in large numbers to participate and share your skills during the birthday party

Tuesday, 25 February 2025

Tuesday, 25 February 2025
9:30 - 10:15

Aquafitness 1 with Lunda (pool)

You are welcome to come!

Tuesday, 25 February 2025
9:30 - 10:00

Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)

Tuesday, 25 February 2025
10:00 - 10:15

Message from the CEO (941)

Message from the CEO every two weeks: important information. 

Tuesday, 25 February 2025
10:00 - 12:00

Painting with Annie Sène (activity room)

Painting with Annie Sène 

Tuesday, 25 February 2025
10:30 - 11:30

Brain gym - English (Chapel)

NEW activity offered in English: 

Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am in the chapel for an English "Brain gym" activity. 

Exercise your brain through fun and stimulating activities. This activity consists of various games such as association games, quizzes on various topics, word games, and more. The goal is to maintain cognitive function for as long as possible by working on various skills such as attention, concentration, memory, creativity, logic, and calculations.

Tuesday, 25 February 2025
10:30 - 11:15

Aquafitness 2 with Lunda (pool)

You are welcome to come!

Tuesday, 25 February 2025
13:00 - 13:15

Replay: Message from the CEO (941)

Replay of this morning's broadcast :) 

Tuesday, 25 February 2025
13:30 - 15:30

Scrabble (chapel)

We play to have fun and learn in the chapel from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. No registration required. You are welcome!

Wednesday, 26 February 2025

Wednesday, 26 February 2025
19:00 - 21:30

Pétanque (activity room)

Petanque will take place outside on Tuesdays at 7:00pm during the whole summer.

Wednesday, 26 February 2025
9:30 - 10:00

Chair exercise (Channel 941 Vidéotron)

Wednesday, 26 February 2025
10:30 - 11:30

Brain gym - French (Library)

Do you want to exercise your brain through fun and stimulating activities? The brain gym is for you! (Association games, quizzes on different topics, word games, quizzes, etc.) The goal of this course is to maintain cognitive function for as long as possible. The exercises will focus on various cognitive skills including attention, concentration, memory, creativity, logic and reasoning, and calculations.

Wednesday, 26 February 2025
13:00 - 15:00

Bridge (Small Dining Room)

COme and Join us to the Bridge Game!

Wednesday, 26 February 2025
14:00 - 16:00

Mandala (Chapel)

The Mandala provides various benefits and can be used as a stress management technique. Indeed, coloring the small patterns so that each touching space is of a different color requires attention, concentration, and precision. You are wlecome!

Wednesday, 26 February 2025
15:00 - 17:00

Oasis Lounge and Cocktail (GF living room)

Come and enjoy a moment in good company with a drink and snacks every Wednesday at 3:00.

Thursday, 27 February 2025

Thursday, 27 February 2025
9:30 - 10:15

Aquafitness 1 with Lunda (pool)

You are welcome to come!

Thursday, 27 February 2025
9:30 - 10:00

Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)

Thursday, 27 February 2025
10:00 - 10:45

Gentle exercise with Laura

Join Laura for a gentle exercise class.

Thursday, 27 February 2025
10:30 - 11:15

Aquafitness 2 with Lunda (pool)

You are welcome to come!

Thursday, 27 February 2025
10:30 - 11:15

English conversation (Chapel)

Every Thursday at 10:30am as of November 10th.

Tous les jeudis à 10 h 30 à compter du 10 novembre.

Thursday, 27 February 2025
13:30 - 14:30

Mass (Activity room)

Thursday, 27 February 2025
14:00 - 15:30

Tablet and computer class

Need help with your tablet and mobile phone? 

Certainly! The computer courses will take place on Thursdays from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the chapel.

  • Course 1 and 2 - Difference between iOS Apple and Android Google operating systems 

  • Course 3 - Wifi and Bluetooth, browsers 

  • Course 4 - Text editing, keyboard: Pages for iPad and Google Docs 

  • Course 5 - Emails, mailbox management, texting applications 

  • Course 6 - App management, external storage 

  • Course 7 and 8 - Camera, photo correction and management 

  • Course 9 - Security issues and how to protect yourself 

  • Course 10 - Questions and answers

Thursday, 27 February 2025
16:45 - 21:00

PARTY BIRTHDAY DINNER

February Birthday Dinner with Sylvain Desruisseaux

Theme: Love in Red. You are welcome to wear an accessory or clothing in a "Soft Brown" color that reflects this theme! The cocktail will be served at 4:45 PM and dinner around 5:15 PM.

Menu:

Starter: Asparagus cream soup or Vegetable flan with chive sauce

Main course: Salmon stuffed with shrimp, Dugléré sauce

Dessert: Basque cake with English cream

Please reserve your seat at the reception!

Friday, 28 February 2025

Friday, 28 February 2025
19:00 - 20:30

Baseball poche (activity room)

Friday, 28 February 2025
9:30 - 10:00

Chair exercise (Channel 941 Vidéotron)

Friday, 28 February 2025
10:00 - 10:45

Yoga with Laura

Yoga class in the activity room. 

Friday, 28 February 2025
14:00 - 17:00

Super Bingo (activity room)

Super Bingo  with Arthur 

Buy 3 cards for 10$ or 6 cards for $15. 

Join us for a lively Bingo activty filled with fun and excitement! 

On the menu this week

Sunday, 23 February 2025

Sunday
23 February 2025
LUNCH

Appetizer

  • Velveé Parmentier

  • Greek salad

Main course

  • Cheese ham quiche

  • Beef with mushrooms

  • Chicken thigh with rosemary and lemon

Dessert

  • White cake with sugar sauce

Sunday
23 February 2025
SUPPER

Appetizer

  • Carrot and honey soup

  • Rotinis salad, cherry tomatoes and basil pesto

Main course

  • Cheese and ham quiche

  • Beef with mushrooms

  • Chicken thigh with rosemary and lemon

Dessert

  • Vanilla cake and chocolate cream

Monday, 24 February 2025

Monday
24 February 2025
LUNCH

Appetizer

  • Carrot and honey soup

  • Rotini salad, cherry tomatoes and basil pesto

Main course

  • Chicken cutlet with tomato sauce

  • Ham and cheese panini

  • Hake fillet with lemon butter

Dessert

  • Vanilla cake with chocolate cream

Monday
24 February 2025
SUPPER

Appetizer

  • Pea soup

  • Deviled egg

Main course

  • Chicken cutlet with tomato sauce

  • Ham and cheese panini

  • Hake fillet with lemon butter

Dessert

  • Cherry pie

Tuesday, 25 February 2025

Tuesday
25 February 2025
LUNCH

Appetizer

  • Pea soup

  • Deviled egg

Main course

  • Pork fillet with apple and orange

  • Carnonara linguini + Veal ground steak

Dessert

  • Cherry pie

Tuesday
25 February 2025
SUPPER

Appetizer

  • Vegetable soup

  • Cucumber, sour cream and dill

Main course

  • Pork fillet with apple and orange

  • Carnonara linguini

  • Veal ground steak

Dessert

  • Carrot cake

Wednesday, 26 February 2025

Wednesday
26 February 2025
LUNCH

Appetizer

  • Vegetable soup

  • Cucumber, sour cream and dill

Main course

  • "Bonne femme" sole fillet

  • Sliced poultry with mustard

  • Greek salad

Dessert

  • Carrot cake

Wednesday
26 February 2025
SUPPER

Appetizer

  • Rice and chicken soup

  • Carrot salad

Main course

  • "Bonne femme" sole fillet

  • Sliced poultry with mustard

  • Greek salad

Dessert

  • Lemon pie

Thursday, 27 February 2025

Thursday
27 February 2025
LUNCH

Appetizer

  • Rice and chicken soup

  • Carrot salad

Main course

  • Cabbage rolls

  • Chicken fried rice and egg roll

  • Black pudding with apples

Dessert

  • Lemon pie

Thursday
27 February 2025
SUPPER

Appetizer

  • Cauliflower soup

  • Egg roll

Main course

  • Birthday dinner

  • Cabbage rolls

Dessert

  • Cinnamon donut holes

Friday, 28 February 2025

Friday
28 February 2025
LUNCH

Appetizer

  • Cauliflower soup

  • Egg roll

Main course

  • Pollock with shrimp

  • Mac and cheese with broccoli and bacon

  • Hot chicken

Dessert

  • Cinnamon donut holes

Friday
28 February 2025
SUPPER

Appetizer

  • Cabbage soup

  • Terrine and croutons

Main course

  • Pollock with shrimp

  • Mac and cheese with broccoli and bacon

  • Hot chicken

Dessert

  • Bagatelle

Everyday life at your residence, right at your fingertips!

Learn all the news about your residence by downloading the THÉIA app from Groupe Maurice. You’ll discover the activities program, important info of the day, the dining room menu of the week and more. Handy for both residents and their loved ones, THÉIA is easy to use and offers a wealth of practical information. Everyday life in residence is at your fingertips, thanks to THÉIA!