Carole Fauteux
I’ve been involved in the community for over 20 years and have been the director of Fibromyalgia Laval for 12 years. My commitment to problem-solving and my deep affection for humanity drive me to do everything in my power to help those in need. I would like to thank the members for their trust and my incredible work team who stands by my side. What a wonderful team!
Mathieu Fauteux
As the coordinator, my responsibilities include member services and overseeing our activities and digital communications. If you’ve ever called or stopped by our offices, chances are we’ve already met. If not, I’ll be happy to talk to you and answer any questions you might have.
Marie-Josée Gervais
I’ll greet you with a smile and answer all your questions. I’ll listen with professionalism and compassion. With a decade of active membership, I know firsthand how important it is to support people with fibromyalgia. The challenges are great, but I’m ready to face them.
Board of Directors
Helen Goulet
Helen is known as a compassionate woman who skilfully blends her strategic business development experience with her entrepreneurial vision to encourage, support, and mobilize the growth of Fibromyalgia Laval.
Danielle Lacasse
I’ve been a member of the association for over 11 years and have served on the Board of Directors ever since. I was diagnosed in 2009 and joined the FLA to find answers to my questions and some comfort from people who understood my condition. I retired from Health Canada in 2011 as Director of Human Resources. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of holding various positions on the Board of Directors and currently serve as Vice President. A well-run association is important to me, and I am proud to be part of this great team!
Sophie Deschamps
Sophie’s involvement as a volunteer, as well as the many years spent with her children, has led her to undertake a wide range of projects, in addition to managing teams of volunteers. In recent years, she has focused on coordinating projects in the field of occupational health and quality of life.
Sophie is known for her ability to listen, her attention to detail, and her organizational skills. Drawing on her capabilities, she is eager to contribute her time, expertise, and heart to the association.
Carole Germain
I’m 58 years old and have been living with fibromyalgia for over 15 years. I had to stop working as a medical imaging technologist at the age of 50 because of too many functional limitations. I joined the Fibromyalgia Laval Association to improve my quality of life with this condition. Since then, I’ve only felt better. It has been a positive step for both my body and mind.
Carole Germain brings attention to details and a job well done to the Board of Directors. She is dedicated and a calming presence at board meetings. She also involves herself tirelessly in inter-organizational representation.
Marie-Claude Ouimet
Marie-Claude is retired from the health sector. She is a volunteer at the Laval SPCA, Leucan, and in palliative care. She is the founder of Maison Le Toucan. She sits on the board of the Montréal Blues Society and the Carrefour des Oiseaux condominium association. She is also a member of the Chœur de Laval as a chorister.
Marie-Claude Ouimet is very involved in her community. She is versatile and doesn’t hesitate to roll up her sleeves to make things happen.
Stéphanie Craig
“I’m a kind-hearted person with a wealth of life experiences! I’ve worked in several fields, which makes me someone who desires to learn and understand! I can be trusted!”
Stéphanie represents the interests of the association’s members on the Board of Directors. She is dynamic and skilled in interpersonal relations.
Julie Dallaire
Specialized educator for twenty-seven years. I had to leave my position in the school environment five years ago, because the symptoms of fibromyalgia prevented me from practicing my profession. Thanks to Fibromyalgia Laval, I found the support and guidance I was looking for. I now want to give back and get involved with this great team.
Team of Experts
Nathalie Francoeur
Let me create content tailored to your image! With me as your ally, there’s no need to stress. Like a true chameleon, I adapt to your needs, your style, your colours… and I make you shine online.
Marie-France Daneau
Marie-France graduated in 1995 in preschool and elementary education and art, and has been teaching for over 25 years. With a focus on improving her practices, she earned an ANDC TM Counselling Therapist diploma in 2016. Marie-France is passionate about people, art, and relationships; she combines all her talents and passions to support young people and adults.
Diane Cloutier
I hold a diploma in ANDC TM Counselling Therapy from the Centre de relation d’aide de Montréal (CRAM). I supplemented this certification with various training programs, including a specialization in bereavement, loss, and renunciation. I later acquired an advanced graduate diploma with a research option titled: ‘From the Wound of Abandonment to Self-Love.’ These diverse skills allow me to support adults, couples and dyads, families, children, and adolescents.
Chloé Lavigne
Chloé obtained a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Montréal in 2020. Physical activity has always played an important role in her life, and she wishes to support others in their efforts towards adopting healthy lifestyle habits. She was delighted to join the Groupe Promo-Santé Laval team in 2021 to pursue this goal.
Julie Forest-Lanthier
After graduating from UQAM with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2006, Julie decided to pursue her studies in occupational therapy to expand her knowledge and help people regain independence in all areas of their lives. In 2012, she received her master’s degree from the University of Montréal and has been practising at the Centre Professionnel d’Ergothérapie ever since. Julie has a particular interest in mental health, persistent pain, and sensory rehabilitation.
Nadine Gusew
I assist individuals who are prepared to make changes in their lives. It’s often during challenging times, such as dealing with a health issue or facing difficulties in personal or professional relationships, that we become receptive to change. NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) makes it easy to bring about the desired changes in our behaviours, beliefs, and identity. All the resources needed for change are within us; someone guiding us can ease the transition towards a state of improved well-being.
Francine Legault
Francine has been teaching meditation since September 2015 and has undertaken numerous training sessions to stay current. Some of her clients have been with her for almost seven years. She is creative and passionate about meditation and dedicates herself to providing the best service to her diverse clientele.
Nathalie Longtin
In 2012, Nathalie came across a few Qigong exercises, and she was immediately hooked! She quickly incorporated these exercises into her daily routine, and in 2013, began training as a Qigong teacher with Lee Holden, an acupuncturist, and teacher of international renown. Qigong has since become an integral part of her daily life.
Claudiane Marc-Aurèle
Claudiane completed a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology in 2019, and a Master’s degree in Physical Activity Sciences in 2022 at the University of Sherbrooke. Physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits have always been important for her. Claudiane joined the Groupe Promo Santé Laval to share her passion for physical activity.
Kim Valiquette
As a coach, speaker, and teacher, my passion is to help people improve their lives using bodily movement.
Julie Hubert
Duly trained in Pilates (2008 and 2013), as a group class instructor (2008), personal trainer (2012) and many others, I had the opportunity to teach the personal trainer training (2014) and open my own studio in 2020.
My goal: to make you feel fulfilled and well-being through exercise variations combining the right amount of challenge and gentleness. All while respecting the moment.