L’Initial
300, boul. Wilfrid-Lavigne
Gatineau, QC, J9H 0K4
Contact us (819) 332-2010
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Move to the rhythm of a dynamic and majestic retreat in the Aylmer district of Gatineau. Located at the heart of a cultural, commercial and residential crossroads, L’Initial offers you an incomparable daily life. Its integration with Galeries Aylmer, splendid common areas and variety of activities allow you to freely express your passions. A delight in every moment awaits you!
295
Apartments
8
Floors
24
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:



Your kind of comfort
- Full kitchen with appliances
- Large bathroom with linen closet
- Ceramic surfaces in bathroom
- Closed in-unit storage spaces
- Balcony or terrace
- Large windows
- Superior soundproofing
24 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 our 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!
L’Initial 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 L’Initial, 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 our aquafitness classes and bowling tournaments. Join our petanque parties or participate in our theme evenings. Time sure flies when you’re having fun!
You can also take advantage of a wide range of optional services. Don’t hesitate!
Around the residence
Gatineau’s got it all!
The Aylmer district, located in the west of Gatineau, is an area surrounded by numerous golf courses, green spaces and an exceptional array of shops and services. Here, you can be in an urban atmosphere, while also being just a stone’s throw away from all amenities. The ideal launch point for a unique and fulfilling retirement!
- Minutes away from the Gatineau Golf & Country Club
- Directly connected to Galeries Aylmer
- Walking distance to Plaza Glenwood
- Next to the Lucy-Faris library
This week at L’Initial
Activities of the week
Friday, 18 April 2025
Friday, 18 April 2025
9:30 - 10:00
(Stand up) Balance (5)
Welcome to Stand-Up Balance Fitness, a fitness experience that strengthens your body while improving your stability and coordination! In this class, you'll be guided through a series of exercises specially designed to strengthen stabilizing muscles and improve your balance in a standing position. Whether you're a beginner or looking to challenge your limits, our qualified instructors will help you progress safely. Join us for a stimulating session where you'll push your boundaries and strengthen your body in a balanced and harmonious way!
Friday, 18 April 2025
10:00 - 10:30
Fitness on Chair (5)
Welcome to CardioFit Assis, a dynamic workout designed to get you moving and sweating while you sit! In this class, accessible to all, you'll burn calories, strengthen your heart and tone your muscles, all without having to stand up. With simple, effective exercises adapted to the seated position, you'll improve your endurance, coordination and cardiovascular health. Join us for an invigorating session where motivating music and a welcoming atmosphere will help you achieve your fitness goals, whatever your level of fitness!
Friday, 18 April 2025
13:00 - 17:00
Card games (8)
Join us for different card games. The games can vary depending on the number of players present. Come and meet Pierre and Yvette to learn more about the game(s) of the day.
Friday, 18 April 2025
13:00 - 14:00
Bowling League (2)
Bowling League for all!
For more information, please see Lee.
Friday, 18 April 2025
13:30 - 16:00
Duplicate Scrabble Club (7)
In a game of Duplicate Scrabble, each player has his or her own set of Scrabble tiles, and all letters are laid out face up. A referee draws seven letters from the bag, announces them, and all players take the same seven letters. The general game rules are then used for the duration of the game.
Friday, 18 April 2025
13:30 - 14:30
Afternoon talks hosted by Valérie in FR (5)
When: Friday, April 18, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Theme: On the road to more joy
Joy is within everyone's reach. It makes life lighter and more beautiful. Yet it can be hard to get in touch with when we're preoccupied or going through difficult times. At such times, grief, anger and fears can take over.
In this afternoon talk, we'll look at how emotions impact on our vital energy, and how we can better manage them to move towards greater lightness. We'll also look at some concrete ways to feel better and bring more joy into your life. I invite you to come and share your joy with us.
One Friday a month, our afternoon talks allow us to discuss a different theme at each meeting, in a warm, welcoming, safe and friendly environment.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Valérie Caron TRA, Helping Relations Therapist MD, Facilitator and specialist in
grief and loss.
Friday, 18 April 2025
19:00 - 20:00
Tuck Games (8)
Welcome to our tuck course, where strategy meets fun in this exciting card game! Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of tuck and learn the rules, tricks and tactics to become a formidable player. Whether you're a novice or an experienced player, our course offers you an enriching and entertaining experience. Join us for interactive sessions where every card counts and every move brings you closer to victory. Get ready to challenge your friends and experience exciting, memorable moments!
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Saturday, 19 April 2025
Saturday, 19 April 2025
9:30 - 10:15
Outdoor Walking Club
Outdoor walking club.
Don't forget your water bottle and a good hat.
Have a good walk!
Saturday, 19 April 2025
10:00 - 11:00
Easter Bilingual Mass (6)
Celebration of Mass by Father Gagnon in the Movie Theatre
Saturday, 19 April 2025
13:00 - 16:30
Fine arts area (7)
Hello dear artist, whether you're a beginner or very experienced, the art room is available every day of the week from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for free arts and crafts. Whether your craft hobby is simply coloring, sketching, watercolor, pastel, or any other form, this beautiful room with its natural afternoon lighting is at your disposal.
Come and meet other artists in the residence who share the same passion as you!
Saturday, 19 April 2025
14:00 - 15:00
Free billiards (8)
Free billiards for all.
No registration required
Have fun!
Saturday, 19 April 2025
19:00 - 22:00
1995 in FR (6)
1994. On the verge of abandoning his dream of becoming a filmmaker, Ricardo was chosen to take part in “The Race”, a competition sending eight budding globetrotters to discover the world. When he arrives in Cairo, Egypt, all the conditions and misfortunes are there to give Ricardo a hard time. In search of a subject for a video to be delivered in record time, the young man decides to step out of his comfort zone, this time reporting on a much more serious and delicate issue.
Sunday, 20 April 2025
Sunday, 20 April 2025
9:30 - 10:15
Outdoor Walking Club
Outdoor walking club.
Don't forget your water bottle and a good hat.
Have a good walk!
Sunday, 20 April 2025
12:00 - 13:00
Easter Brunch (13)
Special Brunch
Maximum of 150 people. Registration essential at reception. To come
$30 for residents and $35 for visitors.
Sunday, 20 April 2025
13:00 - 16:30
Fine arts area (7)
Hello dear artist, whether you're a beginner or very experienced, the art room is available every day of the week from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for free arts and crafts. Whether your craft hobby is simply coloring, sketching, watercolor, pastel, or any other form, this beautiful room with its natural afternoon lighting is at your disposal.
Come and meet other artists in the residence who share the same passion as you!
Sunday, 20 April 2025
13:00 - 17:00
Card games (8)
Join us for different card games. The games can vary depending on the number of players present. Come and meet Pierre and Yvette to learn more about the game(s) of the day.
Sunday, 20 April 2025
14:00 - 15:00
Songs in the Piano Lounge (3)
Join other residents of the residence to sing songs you like.
Participation is voluntary and no registration is required.
The mask is still mandatory
Sunday, 20 April 2025
18:00 - 20:00
Free billiards (8)
Free billiards for all.
No registration required
Have fun!
Sunday, 20 April 2025
19:00 - 22:00
Home Again in EN (6)
Recently separated from her husband, (Michael Sheen), Alice decides to start over by moving back to her hometown of Los Angeles with her two young daughters. During a night out on her 40th birthday, Alice meets three aspiring filmmakers who happen to be in need of a place to live. Alice agrees to let the guys stay in her guest house temporarily, but the arrangement ends up unfolding in unexpected ways. Alice's unlikely new family and new romance comes to a crashing halt when her ex-husband shows up, suitcase in hand. HOME AGAIN is a story of love, friendship, and the families we create. And one very big life lesson: Starting over is not for beginners.
Monday, 21 April 2025
Monday, 21 April 2025
13:00 - 16:30
Fine arts area (7)
Hello dear artist, whether you're a beginner or very experienced, the art room is available every day of the week from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for free arts and crafts. Whether your craft hobby is simply coloring, sketching, watercolor, pastel, or any other form, this beautiful room with its natural afternoon lighting is at your disposal.
Come and meet other artists in the residence who share the same passion as you!
Monday, 21 April 2025
13:00 - 17:00
Card games (8)
Join us for different card games. The games can vary depending on the number of players present. Come and meet Pierre and Yvette to learn more about the game(s) of the day.
Monday, 21 April 2025
14:00 - 15:30
Live music show (3)
Join our guest artist for this music show.
Gertrude Létourneau will be with you.
The show will take place in the Piano Lounge
Monday, 21 April 2025
19:00 - 20:30
Eucher (7)
Game sequence
1. Choosing trump
The card turned up above the stock offers a suit as trump.
Each player can accept or refuse to make this suit trump.
Accept: If a player accepts, this suit becomes trump for the round.
Refuse: If all players refuse, a second phase begins in which players can propose another suit as trump.
2. Trump cards
Trump is the dominant suit for the round. Trump cards override all other suits.
The right Jack is the strongest card.
The “Left Jack” (jack of the same suit as trump) is the second-highest card.
3. Playing tricks
The player to the left of the dealer plays the first card.
Each player, in turn, must follow the suit played if possible.
If a player cannot follow, he may play a trump card or discard another card.
Points
If the trump team wins 3 or more tricks, it scores points.
3 or 4 tricks: 1 point.
5 tricks (perfect round): 2 points.
If the opposing team wins more tricks, they score 2 points (“Euchre”).
Popular variations
Solo game: One player can declare that he will play alone against the other three. If he succeeds, he scores more points.
3-player variation: Each player plays for himself.
End of game
The game ends when a team reaches a predefined score, usually 10 points.
For further information, please contact Barbara Roberts 873-353-2360
Monday, 21 April 2025
19:00 - 20:00
Tuck Games (8)
Welcome to our tuck course, where strategy meets fun in this exciting card game! Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of tuck and learn the rules, tricks and tactics to become a formidable player. Whether you're a novice or an experienced player, our course offers you an enriching and entertaining experience. Join us for interactive sessions where every card counts and every move brings you closer to victory. Get ready to challenge your friends and experience exciting, memorable moments!
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Tuesday, 22 April 2025
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
10:00 - 10:30
Sports talk in FR (4)
Join your recreation leader for this sports talk in french.
We will discuss a different sports topic each week.
The goal is to chat over coffee and talk about sports.
Everyone is welcome !
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
10:00 - 10:30
Stand up CardioFit (5)
Welcome to CardioFit Stand-Up, an energetic workout that gets you moving and sweating while you stand! In this dynamic class, you'll burn calories, strengthen your core and tone your muscles, all without having to lie on the floor. With simple yet effective movements, you'll improve your endurance, coordination and cardiovascular health. Join us for an invigorating session where upbeat music and a motivating atmosphere will help you push your limits and reach your fitness goals!
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
10:30 - 11:30
La Grande Collecte de déchets (10)
very small effort contributes to a healthier planet, so let’s take action together for a sustainable future! Le Groupe Maurice invites you to take part in an Earth Day clean-up initiative on April 22 at 10:30 a.m. at reception. Bring a pair of gloves. The residence will provide garbage bags.
Don’t miss out on these opportunities to explore innovative ideas and contribute to safeguarding our amazing planet!
Please contact your recreation manager for more information.
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
10:30 - 11:00
CardioFit on Chair (5)
Welcome to CardioFit Assis, a dynamic workout designed to get you moving and sweating while you sit! In this class, accessible to all, you'll burn calories, strengthen your heart and tone your muscles, all without having to stand up. With simple, effective exercises adapted to the seated position, you'll improve your endurance, coordination and cardiovascular health. Join us for an invigorating session where motivating music and a welcoming atmosphere will help you achieve your fitness goals, whatever your level of fitness!
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
11:00 - 11:30
Chair Yoga (5)
Welcome to Seated Yoga, a soothing and rejuvenating experience designed for those who prefer to sit still while practicing yoga! In this gentle, accessible session, you'll explore a variety of postures, breathing and meditation techniques that promote relaxation, flexibility and overall well-being. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this class offers an opportunity to connect with your body and mind, even in a seated position. Join us for an enriching yoga experience that will leave you calm, centered and revitalized!
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
11:30 - 12:00
Meditation with Julie (6)
Meditation with Julie
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
13:00 - 17:00
Card games (8)
Join us for different card games. The games can vary depending on the number of players present. Come and meet Pierre and Yvette to learn more about the game(s) of the day.
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
13:00 - 15:00
Bridge Club (7)
Bridge is played with 4 players, the players being symbolized by the 4 cardinal points (North, East, South and West). The two players sitting opposite each other form a team that plays against the other two players.
One player takes a deck of 52 cards and, after shuffling them, deals them clockwise.
The object of the game is to make as many tricks as possible in a contract that can be played in no-trump (SA) or trump (♠, ♥, ♦, ♣).
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
14:00 - 15:00
Quiz Kahoot Earth Day in FR (6)
Join other Groupe Maurice residences virtually for this Kahoot quiz as part of Earth Day.
Enjoy the quiz!
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
19:00 - 20:00
Tuck Games (8)
Welcome to our tuck course, where strategy meets fun in this exciting card game! Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of tuck and learn the rules, tricks and tactics to become a formidable player. Whether you're a novice or an experienced player, our course offers you an enriching and entertaining experience. Join us for interactive sessions where every card counts and every move brings you closer to victory. Get ready to challenge your friends and experience exciting, memorable moments!
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Wednesday, 23 April 2025
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
9:30 - 11:40
Press Conference channel 941
Join us for this L'Initial presse Conference
Synthesize the 941 on your TV
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
10:00 - 10:45
Aquafitness with Lee (1)
Welcome to aquafitness, where water becomes your fitness partner! Immerse yourself in a dynamic session that combines cardio, muscle strengthening and flexibility, all in the refreshing environment of the pool. Our qualified instructors will guide you through a series of challenging exercises designed to tone your body and improve your cardiovascular health, all with natural water resistance. Whether you're an experienced swimmer or just looking for a fun way to get fit, this class is suitable for all fitness levels. Join us for an energizing session that will leave you refreshed and ready to face the day!
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
10:00 - 11:00
Dance Lessons for Level Beginner and Intermediary (5)
It is in an atmosphere of pleasure and relaxation that the teaching of dances will be done, for levels beginner and intermediary, accessible to all, which will be useful during your monthly dances. Each group will have dances designed according to the capacity of that level.
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
11:00 - 12:00
Line Dancing Lessons for Advance Level (5)
It is in an atmosphere of pleasure and relaxation that the teaching of Line Dancing will be done, for the advanced group, which will be useful during your monthly dances. Each group will have dances designed according to the capacity of that level.
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
13:00 - 15:00
Card Games ''500'' (8)
The rules of the game: 500 is a game of trump tricks played with 4 players in two teams of 2. The partners sit opposite each other. A 43-card deck is used (a 52-card deck, plus a joker, from which the black 2s, 3s and two 4s are removed).
The order of the cards in trump is as follows:
Joker
Jack of Trump, called Right Bower
Jack of the suit close to the trump suit (example: Clubs if the trump is Spades), called Left Bower
Trumps: Ace, King, Queen, 10, 9.
Other cards: Ace, King, Queen, Jack (if not Left Bower), 10, 9
Without trump, the joker is considered a trump, and wins the trick where it is played, no matter what
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
13:00 - 14:00
Knitting Club (8)
Every Wednesday at 1:00p.m. our knitters meet in the Library to participate in the Knitting Club.
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
13:00 - 16:30
Fine arts area (7)
Hello dear artist, whether you're a beginner or very experienced, the art room is available every day of the week from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for free arts and crafts. Whether your craft hobby is simply coloring, sketching, watercolor, pastel, or any other form, this beautiful room with its natural afternoon lighting is at your disposal.
Come and meet other artists in the residence who share the same passion as you!
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
14:30 - 15:30
Volunteer Cocktail (8)
Come celebrate Volunteer Week with us at L'Initial with a cocktail party in honor of our valued volunteers.
There will also be door prizes for volunteers attending the cocktail party.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
19:00 - 20:00
Tuck Games (8)
Welcome to our tuck course, where strategy meets fun in this exciting card game! Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of tuck and learn the rules, tricks and tactics to become a formidable player. Whether you're a novice or an experienced player, our course offers you an enriching and entertaining experience. Join us for interactive sessions where every card counts and every move brings you closer to victory. Get ready to challenge your friends and experience exciting, memorable moments!
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