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



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
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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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
Thursday, 24 April 2025
Thursday, 24 April 2025
9:30 - 10:00
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Thursday, 24 April 2025
9:30 - 10:15
Aquafitness 1 with Lunda (pool)
You are welcome to come!
Thursday, 24 April 2025
10:00 - 15:00
Store: Les Agences Nicolyne - (Living room)
Thursday, 24 April 2025
10:00 - 10:45
Gentle exercise with Laura
Join Laura for a gentle exercise class.
Thursday, 24 April 2025
10:30 - 11:15
Aquafitness 2 with Lunda (pool)
You are welcome to come!
Thursday, 24 April 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, 24 April 2025
13:30 - 14:30
Mass (Activity room)
Thursday, 24 April 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, 24 April 2025
19:00 - 20:30
Baseball poche (activity room)
Friday, 25 April 2025
Friday, 25 April 2025
9:30 - 10:00
Chair exercise (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Friday, 25 April 2025
10:00 - 10:45
Yoga with Laura
Yoga class in the activity room.
Friday, 25 April 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!
Friday, 25 April 2025
19:00 - 21:30
Cinema - On request
Come and watch a movie on our big screen !
Saturday, 26 April 2025
Saturday, 26 April 2025
10:00 - 10:30
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Saturday, 26 April 2025
19:00 - 21:00
OPERA CONCERT: Eugene Onegin with Tchaikovsky
Come and enjoy!
Saturday, 26 April 2025
19:00 - 20:00
Opera Concert (Cinema Hall)
Sunday, 27 April 2025
Sunday, 27 April 2025
10:00 - 11:00
Mass on Radio-Canada
Sunday, 27 April 2025
10:00 - 10:30
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Sunday, 27 April 2025
19:00 - 21:00
Cinema : Forever My Girl
Director: Bradley Cooper
Year: 2018
Starring: Lady Gaga, Sam Elliott, Bradley Cooper, Anthony Ramos, Bonnie Somerville, Dave Chappelle, Andrew Dice Clay, Michael Harney
Genre: Romantic Comedy/Social Drama/Musical
Come enjoy the film on our big screen!
Monday, 28 April 2025
Monday, 28 April 2025
7:30 - 13:00
ELECTIONS 2025: Voting Stations at Ambiance (Activity Room)
From 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM, a voting station will be open at Ambiance in the Activity Room. Come cast your vote!
Monday, 28 April 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, 28 April 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, 28 April 2025
10:30 - 11:20
Pilates with Laura (activity room)
Monday, 28 April 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, 28 April 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, 29 April 2025
Tuesday, 29 April 2025
9:30 - 10:00
Chair yoga (Channel 941 Vidéotron)
Tuesday, 29 April 2025
9:30 - 10:15
Aquafitness 1 with Lunda (pool)
You are welcome to come!
Tuesday, 29 April 2025
10:00 - 12:00
Painting with Annie Sène (activity room)
Painting with Annie Sène
Tuesday, 29 April 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, 29 April 2025
10:30 - 11:15
Aquafitness 2 with Lunda (pool)
You are welcome to come!
Tuesday, 29 April 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!
Tuesday, 29 April 2025
17:00 - 19:00
ALGERIAN BUFFET!!!
From 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the dining room. Join us for a delicious Italian buffet, offering a variety of Italian dishes to delight your taste buds!
Bring your own wine!
Please make your reservation at the reception.
Tuesday, 29 April 2025
19:00 - 21:30
Pétanque (activity room)
Petanque will take place outside on Tuesdays at 7:00pm during the whole summer.

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!