At the Luc Maurice Foundation, we believe that aging is a privilege and we want a maximum of Quebecers to enjoy this phase of their lives. If the seniors are happy, our entire society benefits, and we can find inspiration in the experience of the elderly citizens.
2025: From insight to action in support of older adults
The year 2025 marks a milestone in the evolution of the Luc Maurice Foundation. It is a year in which the insights, learning and knowledge accumulated over time have, more than ever, been translated into meaningful actions driving change.
Among the year’s key achievements, I would first highlight the release of the initial findings from two major academic studies supported by the Foundation. Beyond the insights they reveal – which are detailed further in the pages that follow – these studies have drawn significant public interest. Their coverage by several national and regional media outlets reflects both their relevance and their reach. Above all, this visibility reinforces a core belief that has guided the Foundation since its beginnings: to better understand aging is already to begin transforming it.
This desire to turn knowledge into action is also vividly reflected in Mission Unitaînés. Born from a simple conviction, this project shows that it is possible to rethink seniors’ living environments, so they are more human, more accessible and better suited to their realities. This vision, which I have carried for many years, has now become a reality. It has brought together many partners and has helped meaningfully improve the daily lives of thousands of people across Quebec. But beyond this success, it powerfully demonstrates everything that can be achieved when committed stakeholders put their expertise, resources and energy toward a shared ambition.
In addition, by supporting a wide range of initiatives, causes and projects rooted in the lived realities of older adults, our team is pleased to see this past year stand out as a meaningful contribution to a collective movement aimed at going beyond simplistic views of aging, and instead recognizing the full richness, diversity and potential of life journeys.
The progress made in 2025 represents important accomplishments. It strengthens our conviction that knowledge only reaches its full value when it is translated into purposeful, high-impact action. In 2026 and in the years ahead, we will continue to pursue the same goal: supporting those – organizations and individuals alike – who help build a society where older adults fully occupy the place they rightfully deserve. It is in this spirit that we will continue to act, bring people together and innovate.
I am also particularly pleased to be able to rely on the commitment of Robert Beaudry, our new Managing Director. His vision, professional experience, leadership and awareness of social issues will further enrich the Foundation’s mission. His arrival marks the beginning of a new chapter, one defined by the continuity of our actions, as well as by new perspectives and forward-looking ambitions.
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