Sustainable development
The mission of Le Monastère des Augustines is to ensure the preservation of the Augustinian Sisters’ material and cultural heritage. We hope to combine our efforts and resources so that future generations will continue to enjoy this precious legacy. Sustainable and responsible development is one of the guiding principles of this project.
Building restoration
and renovation
The restoration and renovation of the Hôtel-Dieu de Québec monastery has called on considerable resources. With the help of architects and contractors, we implemented several initiatives in sustainable development during construction:
- Repurposing of existing buildings
- Installation of geothermal heating and air-conditioning systems
- Re-use of existing materials and furnishings
- Use of local materials
- Use of low VOC glues, solvents and paints
- Choice of materials based on quality and durability
- Installation of insulation and high-performance windows
- Installation of low-energy LED lights (some equipped with motion sensors)
Our standard practices
- Promoting a healthy lifestyle
- Developing partnerships with local and regional organizations and individuals as a way of promoting knowledge and know-how among people in the area
- Operating a restaurant based on the principles of mindful eating and serving local and organic foods
- Promoting medicinal and heritage plants
- Deploying initiatives to help employees achieve a better life-work balance
- Employing a three-tier waste management system: composting, recycling and disposal
