Voluntarism

Lamèque; a community based on co-operation and voluntarism

These few words describe the special environment that has been a way of life for Lamèque and Miscou Islands residents. The many non-profit organizations present on the islands (over 25) unite young and old, working together to make the area an even better place:

 

Association des Dames auxiliaires de l’Hôpital

Association des Femmes acadiennes et francophones

Association du hockey mineur (minor hockey)

Association Scouts/Guides

Brigade des pompiers volontaires (volunteer firefighters)

Chambre de commerce des Îles (Chamber of commerce)

Chorale du Club de l’âge d’or (Seniors choir)

Chorale Sormany (choir)

Club ACA-SKI (winter sports)

Club chasse et pêche des Îles (hunting and fishing)

Club de l'âge d'or (senior citizens Club)

Club de motoneige Voyageur (snowmobile)

Club de patinage artistique (figure skating)

Club Richelieu

Groupe du Patrimoine - “La Charrette Mystérieuse” (heritage and historic association)

Légion royale canadienne (Royal Canadian Legion)

Park and Leisure Commission

and many more..