Create spaces for expression, listening, and sharing among individuals and/or groups who have been affected by situations of abuse and violence, whether justice-involved or not.

Prevent violence by fostering a harmonious and inclusive coexistence within society. The organization adopts an innovative approach focused on prevention rather than repression, community support rather than judicial measures, thereby offering an alternative, mobilizing, and multi-sectoral response to radicalization leading to violence.

Increase and develop the employability of justice-involved adults to facilitate their integration or reintegration into the labor market. The organization provides a professional service with skilled staff available to support clients throughout their journey. With nearly 50 years of expertise, Opex serves as a bridge between the justice system and the workplace.

Ensure the fair distribution of food to organizations and individuals, while developing, supporting, and promoting volunteer work and social solidarity.

Provide specialized and tailored treatment to French-, English-, and Spanish-speaking individuals dealing with sexual offending issues in order to protect children and adolescents from sexual abuse. The organization also considers it essential to conduct educational and awareness-raising work with adults and adolescents to prevent sexual assault.

Recruit, train, and guide volunteers according to their interests, skills, and abilities, as well as establish and supervise support teams for older adults. The organization engages with the community through its volunteer work in social services, popular education, and community justice, in connection with its community service program.

Enable men to change problematic behaviors and develop relational skills through:

• Professional and confidential support toward a sustainable process of change

• Personal development and emotional management in daily life

• Promotion of interpersonal skills and prevention of all forms of violence

• Consideration for their surroundings and active involvement in the community

Welcome, support, educate, and promote healthy lifestyles for men facing various challenges, as well as contribute to the overall development of men’s well-being and provide housing services for men in the greater Charlevoix area.

Support individuals aged 15 and older experiencing substance-related challenges in a process of social reintegration, as well as their families.

As a continuation of prison chaplaincy, work toward the socio-community reintegration of justice-involved individuals and the support of those affected by crime, within the perspective of restorative justice.