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A Few Words from Our Runners

“It’s magical to see all the donations, even the smallest ones, come together to change lives.”

“My patients and loved ones have needed strong rehabilitation. Let’s contribute step by step, one donation at a time, toward healing.”

“Heartfelt thanks to REA for supporting our users in need. Your help truly makes a difference!”

Thank you to all our runners

Anouck LONG · Philippe Archambault · Saule Gascon · Myriam Dubeau-Guérette · Karl Chemali · Melissa Pilon · Camille Fournier-Farley · Cassandra Lévesque · Faith Domlan · Marie-Hélène Forest · Claudia Maltais · Marie-Hélène Thériault · Melanie Lavoie · Sandrine Cormier · Élisabeth Dutilly · Véronique Lavoie · Sarah Azrak · Damien Azrak · Tara-Maria Massaad · Vincent Letellier · Gabrielle Beaudet · Marianne Carter · Victor Lim · Philip Strauss · Danielle Petitclerc · Joella Sea · Patrick Picard · Audrey Pinsonneault · Arianne Leblond · Carolane Bergeron · Carina Arciero · Amélie Taillon · Alexandre Lavigne · Louis Genin · Katherine Doré · Fatemah Muhammad · Duaij Muhammad · Theodor Stratulat · Audrey Roy · Elliott Labelle · Jasmine Pham · Charlène Bélair · Douaa Abdessamad · Madangi Kandiah · Félix Quentin · Catherine Pelletier · Camille Samuel · Antoine Chene · Delphine Raucher Chene · Mélissa Lundy · Dominique Taillon · Félix Brazé · Chloé Brazé · Charlotte Brazé · Nathalie Braze · Barbara Nascimento · Mireille Dallaire · Josée Thibodeau · Sacha Deptuck · Roy Gabriel · Audrey Dubeau · Malicka Jacquet · Marie-Elaine Dupuis · Vincent Dubuc · Mathilde Crohin · Etienne Routhier · Hélène Legault-Ouellet · Camille Fournier-Farley · Alice Barrière · Magalee Hylands · Olivier Pelletier-Bourbonnais · Rosalie Bouchard · Olivier Bouchard · Sinda Touati · Alexandra Daigneault · Carla Vandoni · Angélica Morin

This year, the RÉA Foundation partnered with MYKEY Fashion to highlight rehabilitation and promote a more inclusive fashion that represents all realities.

An evening marked by inclusivity and representation

In an atmosphere filled with emotion and kindness, professional models with disabilities walked alongside other models, authentically embodying the values of inclusion and humanity dear to the RÉA Foundation.

Among them, the host, speaker, actress and athlete Camille Chai, born with a congenital malformation, lit up the stage with confidence and grace that deeply moved the audience. She reminded everyone that fashion can be a space where every story deserves to be seen and celebrated.

Professional model Éric Trahan, who is deaf, also captivated the audience. His natural elegance and calm presence showed that beauty fully reveals itself when everyone is allowed to exist without barriers or judgment.

Strong mobilization around the cause

The benefit event brought together more than 500 guests, highlighting the importance of the connection between fashion and community.

The evening was also marked by the presence of personalities such as Shawn Burnett, silver medalist at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Paralympic Games and former world para ice hockey champion.

Committed voices

For Isabelle Sicard, Executive Director of the RÉA Foundation, this collaboration represents a meaningful step: “It was a way to stand out and at the same time promote our mission of rehabilitation. It was a great opportunity to highlight social inclusivity in fashion.”

For her part, model Camille Chai shared a powerful message about the meaning of fashion in her journey:

“It is something where we can express ourselves, where we wear our identity, which must be shown just like differences. Fashion, for me, is a way of expressing oneself. I want to show people that they should not be afraid to show themselves as they are.”

A fashion focused on the future

With this second edition, MYKEY Fashion confirms its desire to create spaces where fashion becomes a vector of inclusion, representation, and social change, in collaboration with committed partners such as the RÉA Foundation.

The inclusion of people with disabilities is not only possible, but deeply desirable.

The inclusion of people with disabilities is not only possible, but deeply desirable

All donations collected during this event will be fully transferred to the Beneficiary Support Fund of the RÉA Foundation. This service directly supports people with disabilities facing financial difficulties. Thanks to these donations, they can receive financial assistance to meet essential needs and give themselves the means to move forward, with dignity and hope, toward greater independence.

The RÉA Foundation thanks its valued partners who supported this ambitious project and the cause of rehabilitation: BCF Avocats d’affaires, BFL Canada services de risques et assurances, Fiera Immobilier and Transport Bourassa.

Thank you to those who make all of this possible

The RÉA Foundation would like to warmly thank all donors, partners, volunteers, and participants who contributed to the success of this evening. Your support and trust make a real difference in the lives of people undergoing rehabilitation. Thanks to you, we can continue to support meaningful projects and accompany even more individuals on their journey.

An Evening to Celebrate Generosity

On February 5, the Fondation RÉA held the second edition of its Recognition Evening in the elegant setting of the 36th-floor hall of the BNC Tower. This special occasion provided an opportunity to celebrate the commitment and generosity of our community.

The evening was hosted by our master of ceremonies, Camille Chai, a former athlete and person living with a disability, who was also a former user of the services at the Clinique Parent Plus at the Centre de réadaptation Lucie-Bruneau.

Honouring Those Who Make a Difference

The evening was an opportunity to recognize donors, partners, volunteers, and collaborators who actively support physical rehabilitation.

We also celebrated people of exceptional dedication, healthcare professionals and staff at our facilities, who, through their commitment, generosity, and humanity, make a real difference in the rehabilitation journey. These remarkable individuals are often nominated by donors, including grateful patients and families.

The Tangible Impact of Donations

For the final day of our sale, we visited the Centre de réadaptation Raymond-Dewar to share a reading moment with our patients living with hearing impairments or communication disorders, as well as with the healthcare professionals who support them every day.

The event highlighted the real impact that donations have on the lives of our users, whether through support for clinical projects, research, or direct assistance to beneficiaries. In a warm and inspiring atmosphere, Fondation RÉA emphasized that every contribution helps improve the quality of life and the rehabilitation journey of many individuals.

Scholarships That Transform Lives

The evening began with the RÉA Scholarship Ceremony, an inspiring moment highlighted by heartfelt testimonies. The scholarship recipients, including Kim Plourde, currently attending the École du Barreau, shared the tangible impact that the Foundation’s support has had on their studies and personal engagement. These stories show how every contribution can transform lives and support the rehabilitation journey of many individuals.

Thank You to Those Who Make It All Possible

Fondation RÉA warmly thanks all donors, partners, volunteers, and participants who contributed to the success of this evening. Your support and trust make a real difference in the lives of people undergoing rehabilitation. Thanks to you, we can continue to support meaningful projects and reach even more individuals on their path to recovery.

People of Exception

Healthcare professionals and staff nominated by donors, patients, or families to acknowledge their humanity, dedication, and tangible impact on the rehabilitation journey.

• Annie Legault

• Alexandra Lacroix-Sauvageau

• Sylvie Paquette

• Michael Steyaert

• Miriam Vaillancourt

• Véronique Godefroy

• Geneviève Lemire

• Isabelle St-Louis

• Rossana Diaz

• Léonie Dauphinais

• Bianka Obrien

• Dominique Côté

• Antoine Chéné

• Karine Messier

• Marc Alexandre Wagnac

• Sophie Boisvert

• Frédérique Paré

• Audrey Melançon-Thivierge

• Chantal Boulais

• Guillaume Bérubé

Key Project Contributors

Individuals who play a pivotal role in implementing projects that have a direct impact on users and clinical teams.

• Manon Parisien

Top Fundraisers – 21K Challenge (Top 3)

Participants who stood out for their fundraising efforts in support of our cause.

• Jehane Dagher

• Patrice Bergeron

• Marie Christine Larocque

Clinique Parents Plus

A dedicated team supporting families and actively contributing to the quality of rehabilitation services.

• The entire team of Clinique Parent Plus

Major Donors 2024–2025 (CAD 100,000 and above)

Organizations whose significant philanthropic contributions help support key projects.

• Molson

• Fondation Hewitt

• Banque Nationale du Canada

• Power Corporation du Canada

• Bourassa Savaria

Campaign Cabinet

Volunteer leaders who mobilize their networks and actively support fundraising efforts.

• Josée Goulet

• Roger Plamondon

• René Demers

• Pierre Latreille

RÉA Scholarship Recipients 2024–2025

Students whose academic journey and commitment are supported through the Fondation RÉA, enabling them to continue their studies and contribute to rehabilitation.

• Cindy Ouellet

• Mathieu Lapointe

• Nathalie Hanna

• Vincent Girard-Bernier

• Virginie Pilotte

• Walid Nassef

• Antoni Salomone

• Jeremy Deguire

• Camille Lalonde

• Kim Plourde

• Gabriel Parent

• William Renaud

Recap of the Success of Our Charity Book Sale

On October 21 and 22, the REA Foundation held its very first book sale to support rehabilitation! Patients and health professionals at our centers were able to enjoy a selection of brand-new books, ranging from children’s literature to novels for ages 14 and up, all at affordable prices.

The launch took place at the Institut de réadaptation Gingras-Lindsay-de-Montréal on the first day, which was a great success, combining reading and solidarity.

Readers of all ages came together for our second day of the book sale…

For the final day of our sale, we visited the Centre de réadaptation Raymond-Dewar to share a reading moment with our patients living with hearing impairments or communication disorders, as well as with the healthcare professionals who support them every day.

A huge thank you to everyone who came to see us!

Thanks to your generosity, all donations were directed to our Beneficiary Assistance Fund, which provides financial support to our patients with disabilities who face limited resources.

We also warmly thank the Quebec-based children’s publisher Les Éditions Les Malins for their generous contribution!

On April 26, 2025, a record number of 94 runners came together to raise funds for the REA Foundation as part of the Charity Challenge at the 21K de Montréal. This inclusive walking and running event welcomes thousands of participants and is designed to be accessible to all fitness levels, including people with reduced mobility.

This year, thanks to the determination of our participants, the generosity of our donors, and the involvement of everyone involved, we surpassed our initial goal of $25,000. In total, we reached a record amount of $31,345, the highest ever raised by REA during the 21K de Montréal.

Where will the donations go?

All funds will go directly to our Beneficiary Assistance Fund. This service provides support for individuals facing urgent needs and limited financial resources.

Great news: Increased support per request!

Because we exceeded our initial goal of $25,000, the REA Foundation has decided to increase the amount granted per request through the Beneficiary Assistance Fund.
The amount will now rise from $100 to $125 per person. This change will allow us to help more people, more effectively.

We sincerely thank everyone who made this fundraising effort such a success: our runners, our donors, and the participants and organizers of the Zumba fundraising activities. Without you, this service improvement would not have been possible

A Few Words from Our Donors

“It’s magical to see all the donations, even the smallest ones, come together to change lives.”

“My patients and loved ones have needed strong rehabilitation. Let’s contribute step by step, one donation at a time, toward healing.”

“Heartfelt thanks to REA for supporting our users in need. Your help truly makes a difference!”

Thank you to all our runners

Haris Akkus • Pegah Amir Yazdani • Carole Anglade • Philippe Archambault • Carina Arciero • Hélène Audrit • Claudine Auger • Nayla Benghanem • Patrice Bergeron • Rafaela Gaudreault Bergeron • Guillaume Bérubé • Véronique Boulais • Xavier Bourassa • Loredana Campo • Bruno Carrière • Marianne Carter • Karine Charron • Karl Chemali • Salma Chikhi • Virginia Cornea • Gabrielle Cousineau-Daoust • Mathilde Crohin • Pierre Czyzowicz • Karim Dagher • Jehane Dagher • Marc-Olivier Desmarais • Marc-Andre Doyon • Victoria Duda • Laurie Anne Duquette • Emna Fakhfakh • Arthur Filleul • Véronic Fortin • Camille Fournier-Farley • Daniel Gagné • Yves Gagné • Carole Gagné • Alexandra Gariépy • Marie-Claire Gaudet • Nicholas Girard Arbour • Olivier Girard-Joyal • Patrick Groulx • Alessandra Harissi Dagher • Stephanie Jean • Gabrielle Kègle Provencher • Sylvain Lacombe • Louise Laframboise • Sabrina Lamontagne • Marie Christine Larocque • Benoit Larocque • Charlotte Larose • Véronique Lavoie • Melanie Lavoie • Arianne Leblond • Alizée Lebreton • Valentine Lefebvre • Hélène Legault-Ouellet • Valérie Lemay • Vincent Letellier • Victor Lim • Claudia Maltais • Sarah Martin • Léo-Olivier Massé • Bertrand Montel • Aya Nassal • Bich-Han Nguyen • Abdalla Osman • Alia Osman • Fatimata Ouédraogo • Catherine Ouellet • Maya Patel • Danielle Petitclerc • Patrick Picard • Melissa Pilon • Joseph Pochet • Marie-Claude Poulin • Isabel Prado Caro • Olivier Puech • Camille Puech • Mathias Puech • Alexandra Radu • Catherine Rainville-Avon • Sabrina Rao • Victoria Schouela • Dominick Scott • Pierre Éloi Talbott • Bo Tan • Marie-Hélène Thériault • Bruno Trudel • Blanche Trudel • Carla Vandoni • Ingrid Verduyckt • Myriam Vézina • Béatrice Walsh • Carole Younes