Welcome to Your December / January Newsletter 🎉
As the year winds down, we’re taking a well-deserved pause from December 22 to January 2 to rest, recharge, and get ready for what’s ahead. We hope you’re able to do the same. This is the perfect moment to reflect on how far you’ve come—and start imagining what 2026 could bring.
Here’s what’s waiting for you as we step into the new year together. ✨
📖 Winter/Spring Workshops & Events
Our Winter/Spring 2026 programming is now available, featuring newly designed workshops and learning opportunities for job seekers and entrepreneurs alike. Whether you’re refining your career path, strengthening your business skills, or exploring what’s possible next, you’ll find practical support to help you move forward with confidence.
💡 Funding Opportunity: Community Opportunity Fund
We’re supporting English-speaking organizations across Québec with grants to help expand employment services and empower their communities.
👉 For More Information →
🏆 Spotlight: 30 Faces of YES
Marking three decades of impact, we’re highlighting 30 Faces of YES—individuals whose stories reflect the resilience, creativity, and ambition found across Québec’s communities. These are the entrepreneurs, job seekers, artists, and changemakers who bring our mission to life.
👉 Meet the Faces Behind the Impact ➜
🎙 Client of the Month: César González
This issue features César González, founder of Txistorras MTL, whose commitment to authenticity led him through the complexities of food regulations and production to bring Spanish chistorra to Canadian tables.
🥇 Meet Aileen Borruel, Winner of the 2025 Iris Unger Recognition Award
Read Aileen’s inspiring story and learn how Joyful Connections is creating community impact in Quebec.
👉 Discover More About Aileen ➜
☀️ We’re Hiring! Join the YES Team
YES is growing—and we’re looking for people who care deeply about community, opportunity, and impact. If you’re seeking purposeful work in the nonprofit sector, we’d love to hear from you.
💛 The year ahead holds new learning, new challenges, and new chances to grow.
We’re excited to continue supporting you—whether you’re building a career, launching a business, or exploring what’s next.
Thank you for being part of the YES community. We look forward to what we’ll achieve together in 2026.💛
📞 Need Support? We’re Here to Help.
Have questions or need guidance? We’re available:
Monday to Thursday, 9 AM – 5 PM
Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM (remote only)
Call us at 514-878-9788 or email [email protected].
📍 Visit Us
Prefer to chat in person? Visit our downtown office Monday to Thursday to access our resource library, computer facilities, and meet our friendly team.
We’re located at 666 Sherbrooke Street W, 7th Floor, across from McGill University, just above Tim Hortons.
💼 Plan Ahead – Browse Upcoming Workshops and Events
🔗 Stay Connected & Explore More
Take charge of your success — register now and start your journey! 🚀
Click here to view the December/January Newsletter.
*All of our services are offered in English.