{"id":4381,"date":"2023-07-12T12:29:24","date_gmt":"2023-07-12T16:29:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/monastere.ca\/a-propos\/"},"modified":"2025-09-11T11:40:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T15:40:37","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/monastere.ca\/en\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About Le Monast\u00e8re des Augustines"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A project that unites the past, present and future<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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Le Monast\u00e8re des Augustines is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the tangible and intangible heritage of the Augustinian Sisters, a community of pioneering women in healthcare. It occupies the former wings of the H\u00f4tel-Dieu de Qu\u00e9bec monastery, the origin of the first hospital in North America north of Mexico, dating back to the 17<\/span>th<\/span> century. Carefully restored, the historic building coexists harmoniously with contemporary architectural additions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Today, Le Monast\u00e8re welcomes visitors of all cultures and beliefs, extending its hospitality, wellness and respite functions in a modern, non-confessional approach. Its current offering is rooted in the Augustinian Sisters\u2019 mission of care and authentically blends many facets of their legacy. To ensure that present and future generations can benefit from Le Monast\u00e8re\u2019s rich heritage, sustainable development and social commitment are among the project’s guiding principles.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Le Monast\u00e8re des Augustines\u2019 Board of Directors<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Our Board is made up of experienced people from a variety of sectors who volunteer to serve the mission of Le Monast\u00e8re.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Diane Lavall\u00e9e, Chairman of the Board<\/p>\n

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Corporate Director and Management Consultant<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Bernard Sansour, Vice-Chairman of the Board<\/p>\n

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Senior Vice President, Groupe Le Massif<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Roger Bertrand<\/p>\n

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Retired, company director<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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S\u0153ur Carmelle Bisson<\/p>\n

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Director, Centre Catherine-de-Saint-Augustin<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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St\u00e9phanie Roy<\/p>\n

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External Relations and Visitor Experience Manager, Parks Canada<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Gertrude Bourdon<\/p>\n

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Retired public servant – Minist\u00e8re de la Sant\u00e9 et des Services sociaux<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Martin Lamothe<\/p>\n

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Le Monast\u00e8re des Augustines\u2019 management team<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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The management team oversees the smooth running of activities in keeping with Le Monast\u00e8re\u2019s mission and values. It is responsible for relationships with partners, customers and employees.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Jos\u00e9e Laurence<\/p>\n

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Executive Director<\/p>\n

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Isabelle Duchesneau<\/p>\n

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Founding Director and Head of Strategic Development<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Johanne Therrien<\/p>\n

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Sophie Charbonneau<\/p>\n

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Director, Public Programs and Conservation<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Madeleine Moreau<\/p>\n

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Strategic Advisor, Social Commitment<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Caroline Maheu<\/p>\n

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Julie Germain<\/p>\n

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\u201cOffering a soothing and memorable experience to our guests, always in keeping with the spirit of the place, is what drives us at Le Monast\u00e8re des Augustines. Day after day, the work of the Augustinian Sisters guides us. Their values of hospitality and compassion inspire us. Their vast heritage allows us to create meaningful and rich moments. It’s a privilege to be able to share them with you!\u201d<\/p>\n

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Parent organizations<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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The historic site of the H\u00f4tel-Dieu de Qu\u00e9bec monastery brings together three institutions created by the Augustines. These are Le Monast\u00e8re des Augustines, Fiducie du patrimoine culturel des Augustines, and Centre Catherine-de-Saint-Augustin.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n\n

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Augustines Cultural Heritage Trust<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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The mission of this social utility trust is to safeguard and promote the heritage and memory of the Augustinians of Qu\u00e9bec. Created on October 1, 2009, it was recognized as a charitable organization with the public as its primary beneficiary. The Fiducie owns the premises and contributes to the orientations and funding of the operations of Le Monast\u00e8re des Augustines and Centre Catherine-de-Saint-Augustin.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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In keeping with the Augustinian Sisters\u2019 hospitable mission, the Fiducie supports Le Monast\u00e8re in its respite program for caregivers, healthcare providers, and those accompanying the sick. Thanks to this financial contribution, Le Monast\u00e8re des Augustines is able to offer stays at solidarity rates to people who care for their loved ones and the community. All donations to the Fiducie are donated to Le Monast\u00e8re’s cultural and social mission.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Centre Catherine-de-Saint-Augustin <\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Marie-Catherine de Saint-Augustin was an Augustinian Sister of the 17th century who held important positions at the H\u00f4tel-Dieu monastery in Qu\u00e9bec City. Beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1989, she is one of the Founders of the Catholic Church in Canada. The Centre Catherine-de-Saint-Augustin is dedicated to her. Still under the responsibility of the Sisters, this NPO is a place of spirituality, commemoration and pilgrimage. In operation since 1985, the Centre Catherine-de-Saint-Augustin is adjacent to the historic church of the monastery of the H\u00f4tel-Dieu de Qu\u00e9bec.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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The Augustinian Sisters : Nearly 400 years of history<\/h2>\n \n
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Learn how the Augustinian community has evolved since the arrival of three Sisters in New France in 1639. A story of hospitality and courage to be passed on to future generations!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

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