Videos

Featured videos

Guy Cormier

Added on August 3, 2020

Guy Cormier (0 min 49 s)

At the 2016 Desjardins Group Annual General Meetings, Guy Cormier speaks about growing Desjardins while staying true to its values.

Text transcript of video - Guy Cormier

Desjardins Mutual Assistance Fund

Added on November 7, 2019

Desjardins Mutual Assistance Fund (1 min 34 s)

The Desjardins Mutual Assistance Fund program is designed to support people experiencing financial difficulties or facing one-time emergency expenses. Through budget advice and, if necessary, a small loan, it helps reduce debt and promote financial literacy. Discover the benefits of this program!

Text transcript of video - Desjardins Mutual Assistance Fund

See our 2 exhibits at the edifice Desjardins

Added on November 23, 2018

See our 2 exhibits at the edifice Desjardins (0 min 46 s)

Discover the history and heritage of Desjardins. Learn all about it at our unique exhibits.

Text transcript of video - See our 2 exhibits at the edifice Desjardins

Maison Alphonse-Desjardins - A history worth reliving

Added on November 23, 2018

Maison Alphonse-Desjardins - A history worth reliving (0 min 50 s)

Travel back to 1906 to the Victorian home where Desjardins Group saw its humble beginnings.

Text transcript of video - Maison Alphonse-Desjardins - A history worth reliving

Créavenir 2018

Added on November 20, 2018

Créavenir 2018 (2 min 08 s)

Are you a young entrepreneur who’s just started their own business or is about to do so? This video shows you the steps to take as well as the support available through the Desjardins Créavenir program.

Text transcript of video - Créavenir 2018

Contributing to the academic success of young people

Added on October 24, 2018

Contributing to the academic success of young people (2 min 20 s)

Desjardins Foundation contributes to the academic success of young people through scholarships, prizes and partnerships with recognized organizations. The Foundation supports over 130,000 young people each year through its various programs.

Text transcript of video - Contributing to the academic success of young people

Discover some inspiring entrepreneurs

Added on August 8, 2018

Discover some inspiring entrepreneurs (1 min 11 s)

See how entrepreneurs Jean-François Cloutier and Joël Pelletier (Distillerie du St.Laurent), and Khadija El Bouhali (Cousmos) were able to start up their businesses thanks to Desjardins Microcredit to Businesses.

Text transcript of video - Discover some inspiring entrepreneurs

Desjardins Group

Added on April 6, 2017

Desjardins Group (2 min 21 s)

Presentation of Desjardins Group, the leading cooperative financial group in Canada.

Text transcript of video - Desjardins Group

Desjardins Group's financial results for 2016

Added on March 23, 2017

Desjardins Group's financial results for 2016 (1 min 17 s)

Backed by financial results for 2016, Desjardins President and CEO Guy Cormier explains why Desjardins is the leading company in Quebec in community contributions.

Text transcript of video - Desjardins Group's financial results for 2016

Video tour of Maison Alphonse-Desjardins

Added on September 4, 2014

Video tour of Maison Alphonse-Desjardins (4 min 59 s)

Visit Maison Alphonse-Desjardins in Lévis, near Quebec City, where the founder of Desjardins Group created the first caisse populaire.

Text transcript of video - Video tour of Maison Alphonse-Desjardins

Evolution of the stylized bee in a honeycomb cell

Added on December 18, 2012

Evolution of the stylized bee in a honeycomb cell (0 min 58 s)

Produced when the logo was adopted by Desjardins Group, the video describes the steps that led to the creation of the symbol

Text transcript of video - Evolution of the stylized bee in a honeycomb cell

Monique F. Leroux

Added on December 18, 2012

Monique F. Leroux (0 min 49 s)

At the 2011 Annual General Meetings of Desjardins Group, Monique F. Leroux speaks about respecting the mission and values through the needed changes Desjardins is undergoing.

Text transcript of video - Monique F. Leroux

Alban D'Amours

Added on December 18, 2012

Alban D'Amours (0 min 41 s)

Alban D'Amours discusses the purposes of cooperation and cooperative method at the 2003 convention on "cooperative renewal".

Text transcript of video - Alban D'Amours

Claude Béland

Added on December 18, 2012

Claude Béland (0 min 45 s)

In his opening speech, Claude Béland explains why the 1991 convention under the theme "Ensemble pour une force d'action" was held.

Text transcript of video - Claude Béland

Raymond Blais

Added on December 18, 2012

Raymond Blais (0 min 47 s)

Raymond Blais speaking about cooperative values at the 1985 Annual General Meeting of Desjardins Group.

Text transcript of video - Raymond Blais

Alfred Rouleau

Added on December 18, 2012

Alfred Rouleau (0 min 36 s)

Alfred Rouleau at a 1978 convention on the theme "Desjardins Group and the development of cooperation in contemporary Quebec".

Text transcript of video - Alfred Rouleau

Émile Girardin

Added on December 18, 2012

Émile Girardin (0 min 59 s)

Émile Girardin presenting school caisse objectives during a speech at the international convention of 1957.

Text transcript of video - Émile Girardin

Cyrille Vaillancourt

Added on December 18, 2012

Cyrille Vaillancourt (0 min 55 s)

In an interview shortly before the international conference of 1957, Cyrille Vaillancourt explains why the convention was held and how he helped found the provincial Fédération.

Text transcript of video - Cyrille Vaillancourt

A leisurely break for families dealing with autism

Added on April 4, 2018

A leisurely break for families dealing with autism (1 min 41 s)

Tour au Sud Adapté was created by Autisme Centre-du-Québec to give families of persons with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) an opportunity to have a leisurely break at Valcartier Bora Parc.

Text transcript of video - A leisurely break for families dealing with autism

Growing healthy vegetables

Added on April 4, 2018

Growing healthy vegetables (1 min 38 s)

The Pousse, pousse, pousse, les bons légumes! project was launched by Collège St-Bernard to give Secondary 1, 2 and 3 students an opportunity to study a greenhouse and all of its components.

Text transcript of video - Growing healthy vegetables

Let's get active

Added on April 4, 2018

Let's get active (1 min 00 s)

École Oasis launched the Chez nous, tout le monde bouge! project to help young people, families and local citizens be more active.

Text transcript of video - Let's get active

The Emotion Game instructions

Added on October 5, 2017

The Emotion Game instructions (1 min 52 s)

Discover how you can have fun with your child in the world of emotions.

Text transcript of video - The Emotion Game instructions

Desjardins supports Grand défi Pierre Lavoie

Added on May 31, 2019

Desjardins supports Grand défi Pierre Lavoie (0 min 15 s)

Encouraging young people to have healthy lifestyles is also what it means to being committed to youth!

Text transcript of video - Desjardins supports Grand défi Pierre Lavoie

Desjardins Group's social responsibility highlights for 2016

Added on March 23, 2017

Desjardins Group's social responsibility highlights for 2016 (1 min 05 s)

Desjardins is a key leader in the development of a stronger, greener and more inclusive economy. This is just one of the many highlights of our social responsibility for 2016, presented by Desjardins Group President and CEO, Guy Cormier.

Text transcript of video - Desjardins Group's social responsibility highlights for 2016

The National Assembly passes a unanimous motion to promote cooperatives

Added on February 28, 2012

The National Assembly passes a unanimous motion to promote cooperatives (2 min 39 s)

On February 21, 2012, at the National Assembly, Quebec government officials and social leaders reached out in a show of support for the cooperative business model. They joined forces to recognize and promote cooperatives and mutuals as powerful instruments for socio-economic growth in Quebec and across Canada.

Text transcript of video - The National Assembly passes a unanimous motion to promote cooperatives

Pan-Canadian launch International Year of Cooperatives

Added on January 12, 2012

Pan-Canadian launch International Year of Cooperatives (4 min 13 s)

On January 12, 2012, at Lévis City Hall, cooperatives celebrated the official launch of the International Year of Cooperatives. Nearly 120 members and leaders of cooperatives attended the kick-off, held simultaneously in 14 cities across the country. In attendance for the launch were Steven Blaney, Member of Parliament for Lévis-Bellechasse and Minister of Veterans Affairs, Denis Richard, CQCM President, Alain Paquet, Member of the National Assembly for Laval-des-Rapides and Minister for Finance, Danièle Roy Marinelli, mayor of Lévis, and Monique F. Leroux, Chair of the Board, President and CEO of Desjardins Group.

Text transcript of video - Pan-Canadian launch International Year of Cooperatives

Overview of available services

Added on March 2, 2022

Overview of available services (1 min 29 s)

The video clip presents some services offered to the community by the Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick.

Text transcript of video - Overview of available services

Testimonial from volunteer Jacqueline Verville

Added on March 2, 2022

Testimonial from volunteer Jacqueline Verville (1 min 37 s)

The video clip presents the testimony of Jacqueline Verville, a volunteer for the Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick.

Text transcript of video - Testimonial from volunteer Jacqueline Verville

Testimonial from a centre beneficiary, Valérie Lainesse

Added on March 2, 2022

Testimonial from a centre beneficiary, Valérie Lainesse (2 min 33 s)

The video clip presents the testimony of Valérie Lainesse, a Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick beneficiary.

Text transcript of video - Testimonial from a centre beneficiary, Valérie Lainesse

Testimonial from volunteer William Lainesse

Added on March 2, 2022

Testimonial from volunteer William Lainesse (2 min 16 s)

The video clip presents the testimony of a volunteer for the Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick, William Lainesse.

Text transcript of video - Testimonial from volunteer William Lainesse

Testimonials from volunteers Jacqueline Verville and Alain Perreault

Added on March 2, 2022

Testimonials from volunteers Jacqueline Verville and Alain Perreault (2 min 07 s)

The video clip presents the testimonies of 2 volunteers at Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick, Jacqueline Verville and Alain Perreault.

Text transcript of video - Testimonials from volunteers Jacqueline Verville and Alain Perreault

Presentation of Caisse Desjardins Hydro

Added on October 27, 2021

Presentation of Caisse Desjardins Hydro (3 min 02 s)

Caisse Desjardins Hydro is your financial partner and an agent of change for the Hydro-Québec community. Learn about all the advantages of being a caisse member.

Text transcript of video - Presentation of Caisse Desjardins Hydro

The young people who use Répit talk about their hopes for the future

Added on February 22, 2023

The young people who use Répit talk about their hopes for the future (2 min 04 s)

The last video brings together the young people seen in the previous videos as they share their outlooks and reflections.

Text transcript of video - The young people who use Répit talk about their hopes for the future

Introducing Centre Répit, a community organization in Victoriaville

Added on February 16, 2023

Introducing Centre Répit, a community organization in Victoriaville (2 min 01 s)

The video introduces Répit's services through the descriptions provided by 3 young people who visit the centre.

Text transcript of video - Introducing Centre Répit, a community organization in Victoriaville

The role of the day centre

Added on February 16, 2023

The role of the day centre (2 min 38 s)

Anne-Marie, Dave and Caroline talk about the café, the day centre, and its social workers, as well as the birth of strong friendships.

Text transcript of video - The role of the day centre

Learn more about the important work of Répit's street workers

Added on February 16, 2023

Learn more about the important work of Répit's street workers (2 min 35 s)

This video introduces the street workers, focusing on the importance of their presence and intervention.

Text transcript of video - Learn more about the important work of Répit's street workers

Presenting the centre's D'École de la rue program

Added on February 16, 2023

Presenting the centre's D'École de la rue program (2 min 21 s)

Dave talks about the D'École de la rue service and its importance to young people who want to "drop back in."

Text transcript of video - Presenting the centre's D'École de la rue program

The importance of case workers for young people

Added on February 16, 2023

The importance of case workers for young people (1 min 19 s)

Anne-Marie speaks about her first contact with Répit, while Caroline describes how valuable it is to have the case workers there.

Text transcript of video - The importance of case workers for young people

IntroducingCentre d’entraide Contact de Warwick and one of its volunteers, Jacqueline Verville

Added on February 25, 2022

IntroducingCentre d’entraide Contact de Warwick and one of its volunteers, Jacqueline Verville (1 min 25 s)

The video clip presents the Centre d’entraide Contact de Warwick and one of their volunteers, Jacqueline Verville. All voices are offscreen. Background music plays throughout the video.

Text transcript of video - IntroducingCentre d’entraide Contact de Warwick and one of its volunteers, Jacqueline Verville

Angela Iermieri, Financial Planner

Added on July 1, 2015

Angela Iermieri, Financial Planner (0 min 54 s)

Angela Iermieri, Financial Planner, talks about Quebecers' financial planning habits and the importance of having a written financial plan.

Text transcript of video - Angela Iermieri, Financial Planner

Jean-René Ouellet, Senior Analyst

Added on July 1, 2015

Jean-René Ouellet, Senior Analyst (0 min 50 s)

Jean-René Ouellet, Senior Analyst, Portfolio Advisory Group, presents his approach to analyze market trends that goes beyond macroeconomic statistics through field meetings.

Text transcript of video - Jean-René Ouellet, Senior Analyst

Nicolas Richard, Chief investment strategist

Added on July 1, 2015

Nicolas Richard, Chief investment strategist (1 min 09 s)

Nicolas Richard, Chief investment strategist, presents strategies and tools to personalize portfolio management.

Text transcript of video - Nicolas Richard, Chief investment strategist

Rosalie Vendette, Senior Advisor

Added on July 1, 2015

Rosalie Vendette, Senior Advisor (0 min 42 s)

Rosalie Vendette, Senior Advisor, Responsible Investment, explains why some companies operating in controversial industries can be included in responsible investment portfolios.

Text transcript of video - Rosalie Vendette, Senior Advisor

A financial plan to enjoy financial freedom

Added on November 27, 2014

A financial plan to enjoy financial freedom (1 min 26 s)

Quebecers are planning enthusiasts. Property purchase, renovations, wedding, retirement, the majority say they would plan to achieve their goals. However, 64% of survey respondents do not have a financial plan. And only 18% have a written plan to help them reach the great goals and objectives of their financial life. "Yet, they are the ones better equipped," explains Marc Dubuc from Desjardins Wealth Management, "94% of those with a written financial plan enjoy more freedom to carry out the projects close to their hearts."

Text transcript of video - A financial plan to enjoy financial freedom

Desjardins VRSP

Added on July 9, 2014

Desjardins VRSP (3 min 19 s)

The Government of Quebec has decided to take action by introducing new Voluntary Retirement Savings Plans (VRSPs). VRSP’s will make it easier for employees at small and medium businesses to save for retirement. Easy, accessible and integrated, the Desjardins VRSP offers online and mobile solutions to meet the needs of employers and their employees. Specialists from Desjardins will guide them through the process and provide the tools they need to comply with the VRSP legislation.

Text transcript of video - Desjardins VRSP

Where does money come from?

Added on October 12, 2021

Where does money come from? (2 min 06 s)

The flow of money is a cycle in which everyone plays a role.

Text transcript of video - Where does money come from?

Young people shine in their community

Added on December 10, 2019

Young people shine in their community (1 min 01 s)

To highlight our commitment to young people, we transformed a Lévis neighbourhood into a garden of light.

Text transcript of video - Young people shine in their community

Desjardins Lab

Added on December 12, 2017

Desjardins Lab (1 min 55 s)

Step into the heart of Desjardins Lab, Desjardins Group's innovation lab.

Text transcript of video - Desjardins Lab

Launch of Desjardins Lab

Added on March 29, 2016

Launch of Desjardins Lab (1 min 20 s)

Relive the launch of Desjardins Lab.

Text transcript of video - Launch of Desjardins Lab

Credit score

Added on April 21, 2015

Credit score (1 min 36 s)

How to have a good credit file and what are the repercussions of a bad credit file?

Text transcript of video - Credit score

The origin of money

Added on April 21, 2015

The origin of money (3 min 24 s)

Alex travels back in time to learn more about where money comes from and how it has evolved from 687 B.C. to today.

Text transcript of video - The origin of money

Debit card

Added on April 21, 2015

Debit card (1 min 56 s)

Alexis can't believe it. The withdrawals he made with his debit card yesterday at the Mountain Bike World Cup event cost him an extra $3 in user fees.

Text transcript of video - Debit card

How to make a budget

Added on April 21, 2015

How to make a budget (1 min 49 s)

When you draw up a budget, you have to keep track of your income and expenses. But how do you make a budget and set a realistic savings goal?

Text transcript of video - How to make a budget

Overconsumption

Added on November 21, 2013

Overconsumption (1 min 45 s)

Carlos learns to make informed consumption choices while grocery shopping with his mother.

Text transcript of video - Overconsumption

Payment methods

Added on November 21, 2013

Payment methods (1 min 50 s)

What's the difference between cash, debit card and credit card payments?

Text transcript of video - Payment methods

Protecting your identity

Added on November 21, 2013

Protecting your identity (1 min 15 s)

It's very important to protect personal information such as your name, address, email address and password, as they can be used to identify you.

Text transcript of video - Protecting your identity

Savings

Added on November 21, 2013

Savings (1 min 32 s)

Savings is money you put aside after all expenses are paid. It can be used to pay for things you dream about, like a comic book.

Text transcript of video - Savings

Supply and demand

Added on November 21, 2013

Supply and demand (1 min 21 s)

Factors that influence the prices of consumer goods.

Text transcript of video - Supply and demand

What is a cooperative?

Added on August 19, 2013

What is a cooperative? (1 min 45 s)

What is cooperation? It's working as a team and joining forces to accomplish more.

Text transcript of video - What is a cooperative?

Advertising

Added on August 19, 2013

Advertising (1 min 14 s)

Many ads make false promises. Could you recognize them?

Text transcript of video - Advertising

TeenZones: Supporting young people

Added on November 26, 2018

TeenZones: Supporting young people (1 min 32 s)

Meet Shannon, Jade, Erik and Radhika. They tell us just how YMCA TeenZone offers a safe environment where they can be themselves and develop their full potential. When you choose Desjardins, you’re supporting the YMCAs of Québec Foundation and helping thousands of young people thrive.

Text transcript of video - TeenZones: Supporting young people

TeenZones: Supporting young people

Added on November 26, 2018

TeenZones: Supporting young people (1 min 28 s)

Young people and facilitators take you into the TeenZone universe and tell you how important they are to them. When you choose Desjardins, you're supporting the YMCAs of Québec Foundation and that's also being committed to supporting youth.

Text transcript of video - TeenZones: Supporting young people

TeenZones and their facilitators

Added on November 26, 2018

TeenZones and their facilitators (1 min 19 s)

Listen to TeenZone facilitators Charlotte, Isabella and Michael tell you about the impact they have in the lives of young people. When you choose Desjardins, you’re supporting the YMCAs of Québec Foundation and that’s also being committed to supporting youth.

Text transcript of video - TeenZones and their facilitators

We're all committed to supporting youth - Forces AVENIR

Added on November 15, 2018

We're all committed to supporting youth - Forces AVENIR (0 min 30 s)

Recognizing the engagement of students like Elizabeth et Valerie, that's being committed to supporting youth.

Text transcript of video - We're all committed to supporting youth - Forces AVENIR

Eva participates in a project supported by Desjardins Foundation

Added on November 13, 2018

Eva participates in a project supported by Desjardins Foundation (0 min 30 s)

Every morning, Eva looks forward to meeting her friends to take care of chickens and collect eggs. The money from egg sales is used to finance reward activities. The educational project, set up by their teacher with the support of Desjardins Foundation, allows students to take responsibility and discover entrepreneurship. Choosing Desjardins means encouraging young people to learn.

Text transcript of video - Eva participates in a project supported by Desjardins Foundation

Frédérique, athlete and Quebec Games participant

Added on November 13, 2018

Frédérique, athlete and Quebec Games participant (0 min 30 s)

Determined to participate in the Quebec Games for a third time after major leg surgery, Frédérique quickly recovered. She wanted to give the best of herself and represent her region. Choosing Desjardins means supporting the Quebec Games and encouraging young people to excel.

Text transcript of video - Frédérique, athlete and Quebec Games participant

CFER Deux-Montagnes

Added on November 8, 2018

CFER Deux-Montagnes (0 min 30 s)

Giving Benjamin the tools he needs to succeed in the working world, that's being committed to supporting youth!

Text transcript of video - CFER Deux-Montagnes

Montreal Youth Shelter

Added on November 1, 2018

Montreal Youth Shelter (0 min 30 s)

Desjardins employees volunteer their time at the Montreal Youth Shelter. They lend a hand to make the day a bit brighter for young people. Young people are our future, and we have do everything we can so they can do more. By choosing Desjardins, you’re giving young people a hand up.

Text transcript of video - Montreal Youth Shelter

Portrait of Jordan, Amqui Haunted House

Added on October 31, 2018

Portrait of Jordan, Amqui Haunted House (0 min 30 s)

For 2 years, Jordan has been a regular at the Amqui Youth Centre with his little sister. Now that he’s 13, he loves to lend a hand and has been a big help preparing for Halloween. By choosing Desjardins, you help young people accomplish more.

Text transcript of video - Portrait of Jordan, Amqui Haunted House

Portrait of <span lang='fr'>Frédérique</span>, Labelle Youth Centre

Added on October 31, 2018

Portrait of Frédérique, Labelle Youth Centre (0 min 30 s)

Frédérique comes to the Labelle Youth Centre twice a week. It’s great for discovering new music and hanging out with friends. By choosing Desjardins, you give young people a chance to do what they love.

Text transcript of video - Portrait of Frédérique, Labelle Youth Centre

Fostering the growth of innovative businesses in Magog

Added on March 29, 2018

Fostering the growth of innovative businesses in Magog (1 min 15 s)

Magog Technopole's mission is to foster the growth of the area's Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector and green technologies in the city of Magog by developing a unique and receptive environment and by promoting that environment to companies with a view to encouraging them to set up business.

Text transcript of video - Fostering the growth of innovative businesses in Magog

Investing in regional pride of the Eastern Townships region

Added on March 29, 2018

Investing in regional pride of the Eastern Townships region (1 min 20 s)

Créateurs de saveurs Cantons-de-l'est is an identification mark for products from the Eastern Townships region. They help local companies with the promotional work and to sell their products to grocers, restaurants, food tourism and public markets.

Text transcript of video - Investing in regional pride of the Eastern Townships region

The Desjardins difference at <span lang='fr'>Cégep de Trois-Rivières</span>

Added on January 8, 2018

The Desjardins difference at Cégep de Trois-Rivières (1 min 44 s)

Thanks to their members, the Desjardins caisses in Trois-Rivières awarded a $100,000 grant to the Fondation du Cégep de Trois-Rivières for adaptive spaces where nearly 550 students a year come to learn, get support and succeed.

Text transcript of video - The Desjardins difference at Cégep de Trois-Rivières

Supporting sports in Valleyfield

Added on December 15, 2017

Supporting sports in Valleyfield (1 min 06 s)

CampiAgile is one of the largest centres for acrobatics training in Quebec. The club was established in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield 35 years ago, and offers classes in gymnastics and cheerleading. Desjardins donated $150,000 to CampiAgile to help them diversify their activities, so they can open their doors to even more young people.

Text transcript of video - Supporting sports in Valleyfield

Supporting a distinguished festival in Rouyn-Noranda

Added on December 4, 2017

Supporting a distinguished festival in Rouyn-Noranda (1 min 08 s)

For 36 years, the Festival du Cinéma International has drawn big names from everywhere to Rouyn-Noranda. Supporting a festival that makes a difference in the regions. That's the Desjardins difference.

Text transcript of video - Supporting a distinguished festival in Rouyn-Noranda

Supporting local businesses in Chibougamau

Added on December 4, 2017

Supporting local businesses in Chibougamau (1 min 13 s)

Entreprises Alain Maltais is a family business that offers quality services to forestry and mining companies in Northern Quebec.

Text transcript of video - Supporting local businesses in Chibougamau

An indoor playground for kids in Saint-Michel

Added on October 31, 2017

An indoor playground for kids in Saint-Michel (2 min 04 s)

Since 2015, the indoor playground in Saint-Michel has been providing families in the neighbourhood with a much-needed space for kids to play and stay active through the winter months. For many families in the neighbourhood, it’s their first winter in Quebec, so the indoor playground provides a safe, fun space where kids and parents alike can socialize and connect with others in the community.

Text transcript of video - An indoor playground for kids in Saint-Michel

Innovative technology in St-Hyacinthe

Added on October 20, 2017

Innovative technology in St-Hyacinthe (1 min 06 s)

Québec Induction's ambition is to revolutionize the world of cooking by commercialising an induction hob placed directly in the kitchen cabinet, flush with the countertop. Desjardins's CRÉAVENIR program offered them a helping hand throughout the startup phase and provided financing that fits their needs and financial capabilities.

Text transcript of video - Innovative technology in St-Hyacinthe

Supporting Auberges du Cœur across Quebec

Added on October 17, 2017

Supporting Auberges du Cœur across Quebec (1 min 12 s)

Every year, Auberges du cœur helps 3,500 people between the ages of 12 and 30 overcome difficult situations. Working together to support them, that’s the Desjardins difference.

Text transcript of video - Supporting Auberges du Cœur across Quebec

Giving a helping hand to Patro community centres

Added on October 2, 2017

Giving a helping hand to Patro community centres (1 min 12 s)

Thanks to our members, Desjardins gave back $1 million to Quebec City area Patro community centres. Promoting youth wellness and development, that's the Desjardins difference.

Text transcript of video - Giving a helping hand to Patro community centres

A university campus in Drummondville

Added on October 2, 2017

A university campus in Drummondville (0 min 55 s)

The Desjardins difference is also providing bikes to young people at Centre communautaire Bon Courage so they can take part in the Cyclodéfi cycling event in Lac Saint-Jean!

Text transcript of video - A university campus in Drummondville

Scholarships for Magdalen Islanders

Added on September 19, 2017

Scholarships for Magdalen Islanders (0 min 50 s)

Every year, dozens of young people from the Magdalen Islands receive bursaries to study off-island.

Text transcript of video - Scholarships for Magdalen Islanders

A university campus in Drummondville

Added on May 19, 2017

A university campus in Drummondville (1 min 22 s)

The new UQTR campus in Drummondville gives local youth access to university training programs close to home.

Text transcript of video - A university campus in Drummondville

5 scholarship winners from Caisse Desjardins de Saint-Jérôme (in French only)

Added on February 23, 2017

5 scholarship winners from Caisse Desjardins de Saint-Jérôme (in French only) (3 min 13 s)

Here are the 5 Desjardins Foundation scholarship winners from Caisse Desjardins de Saint-Jérôme.

Text transcript of video - 5 scholarship winners from Caisse Desjardins de Saint-Jérôme (in French only)

Desjardins Foundation scholarship recipients (in French only)

Added on December 22, 2016

Desjardins Foundation scholarship recipients (in French only) (0 min 55 s)

Desjardins Foundation scholarship recipients talk about their ambitions and passions.

Text transcript of video - Desjardins Foundation scholarship recipients (in French only)

My school, my family

Added on December 8, 2016

My school, my family (2 min 40 s)

The food co-op Aux goûts du monde helps newcomers in Drummondville integrate by providing the local community with access to diverse food products that are specific to their culture. Aux goûts du monde offers cooking classes, and is a grocery store and restaurant rolled into one. But more importantly, it's a place for cultural exchange and integration, made possible thanks to the support from Caisse de Drummondville and itsmembers.

Text transcript of video - My school, my family

Hockey and economic spinoffs in Victoriaville

Added on November 1, 2016

Hockey and economic spinoffs in Victoriaville (1 min 22 s)

For the last 30 years, Tournoi Novice Desjardins de Victoriaville boosts economic activity in the region by hosting, every January, over 1,000 young hockey players along with their families and fans. It’s also a significant source of funding for the sport, since tournament profits are turned over the city to reduce registration fees for local hockey leagues.

Text transcript of video - Hockey and economic spinoffs in Victoriaville

Making a business dream a reality

Added on November 1, 2016

Making a business dream a reality (1 min 42 s)

In Quebec, business transfers to the next generation of farmers is very real issue. Ann-Marie Jobin and her partner, Jean-Philip Leblanc, are part of a third of Quebec business owners who've opted for this option. Thanks to the CRÉAVENIR program, they became co-owners of the Bergerie Joblanc sheep farm. Located in Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard in Centre-du-Québec, their business specializes in the sale of reproductive ewes and processed lamb products.

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Supporting family businesses

Added on November 1, 2016

Supporting family businesses (1 min 39 s)

M3Béton formed after the discovery of Ductal, a unique type of top quality concrete that's not affected by freezing and thawing, giving it a distinct competitive advantage in Quebec. Led by very determined co-owner Claudia Croteau, the family business is specialized in the production of urban concrete furniture. The company benefited from the CRÉAVENIR program to support its growth.

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Together, we facilitate cultural integration

Added on October 13, 2016

Together, we facilitate cultural integration (2 min 31 s)

The food co-op Aux goûts du monde helps newcomers in Drummondville integrate by providing the local community with access to diverse food products that are specific to their culture. Aux goûts du monde offers cooking classes, and it is a grocery store and restaurant rolled into one. But more importantly, it is a place for cultural exchange and integration, made possible thanks to the support from Caisse de Drummondville and its members.

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Together, we reach out to street kids

Added on October 13, 2016

Together, we reach out to street kids (2 min 36 s)

Association pour les jeunes de la rue de Joliette reaches out to young people in the city in difficult situations and builds a relationship of trust with them. Each year, the association helps several hundreds of young people, with support from Caisse de Joliette and its members.

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Together, we give young people the tools they need to succeed

Added on October 13, 2016

Together, we give young people the tools they need to succeed (1 min 41 s)

The food co-op Aux goûts du monde helps newcomers in Drummondville integrate by providing the local community with access to diverse food products that are specific to their culture. Aux goûts du monde offers cooking classes, and is a grocery store and restaurant rolled into one. But more importantly, it's a place for cultural exchange and integration, made possible thanks to the support from Caisse de Drummondville and itsmembers.

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Together, we're helping homeless women

Added on May 18, 2016

Together, we're helping homeless women (1 min 57 s)

Herstreet provides shelter to troubled and homeless women. With Desjardins's support over the past 10 years, the organization has been able to pursue its mission to help women start over.

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Together, we create new adapted jobs in Sorel-Tracy

Added on March 9, 2016

Together, we create new adapted jobs in Sorel-Tracy (2 min 19 s)

The restaurant Les Saveurs du Marché allows young workers experiencing various problems to reintegrate the labor market. Through a partnership with la Colonie des Grèves de Contrecoeur, which helped the Caisse Desjardins Pierre-De Saurel, the restaurant has doubled its activities and number of employees.

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Together, we support those battling illness

Added on December 26, 2015

Together, we support those battling illness (2 min 16 s)

Service amical basse-ville de Québec provided medical transportation services to seniors and disabled people living alone and battling illness. Thanks to Caisse Desjardins du Centre-ville de Québec, the organization now has a third vehicle and can help people it previously turned away because it lacked the resources.

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Together, we fight against the solitude of the elderly

Added on December 26, 2015

Together, we fight against the solitude of the elderly (2 min 44 s)

The Centre d’action bénévole de Granby helps seniors stay in touch with their loved ones by providing access to tablets and the Skype app. This service is increasingly popular and wouldn’t have been possible without Desjardins’s help.

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Together, we help disadvantaged youth regain their confidence

Added on December 26, 2015

Together, we help disadvantaged youth regain their confidence (2 min 21 s)

Each year, École La Ruche students in difficulty have the opportunity to get their lives back on track and join the Caisse Desjardins Persévérance team for the Grand Défi Pierre Lavoie.

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Together, we take care of the new generation in Maskinongé

Added on December 26, 2015

Together, we take care of the new generation in Maskinongé (2 min 14 s)

Pierre-Philippe Foucher describes how a prize-winning financial plan helped him start Les Petits Bâtisseurs, a cooperative which is more than just a daycare centre.

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Together, we help the Gaspé people to work where they live

Added on September 22, 2015

Together, we help the Gaspé people to work where they live (2 min 03 s)

André Preston, Director of the Desjardins Group Student Advisory Centre, Dave Dupuis, an employee, and Dave's wife Vanessa Gagnon, talk about how the centre brought new energy to the region and to their lives.

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Together, we give a helping hand to new arrivals

Added on September 22, 2015

Together, we give a helping hand to new arrivals (2 min 14 s)

Justiniano Vasquez, originally from Venezuela and a Quebec resident for 12 years, started his own cleaning and disinfection business to make a technical and social contribution to Quebec society.

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Together, we unite the people of Baie-Saint-Paul

Added on September 22, 2015

Together, we unite the people of Baie-Saint-Paul (2 min 09 s)

Clément Turgeon, General Manager and Artistic Director of Le Festif! de Baie-Saint-Paul, describes how Desjardins helped launch the festival, which was originally created to fight against the rural exodus of the younger generation.

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Together, we provide a safe environment for those who need it most

Added on September 22, 2015

Together, we provide a safe environment for those who need it most (2 min 10 s)

France Desjardins, Director of La Maison du Père, explains how the in-house cheque cashing service provided by the Caisse du Quartier-Latin de Montréal works to help social reintegration.

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