Our History

Maison Providence Inc. continues the work of the Sisters of Providence and replaces Villa Providence Shediac Inc.

In 1911, the first three nuns arrived in Shediac, where they actively participated in the founding of Providence St. Joseph. The necessary funds were raised through house-to-house collections in the surrounding parishes.

 

Later in 1911, four more nuns joined the community. The building was completed in 1912 and housed 50 orphans and 32 elderly people.

 

In 1957, Providence St. Joseph was transformed into a home for the elderly (178 beds). The few orphans who remained there were placed in other institutions or homes.

 

By 1968, Providence St. Joseph was in a state of deterioration, and the religious community of the Sisters of Providence, unable to meet the cost of required repairs, entered into negotiations with a group of citizens interested in continuing the work.

 

In 1969, a contract was signed to transfer the buildings and land to the new corporation, Villa Providence Shediac Inc.

 

Villa Providence Shediac Inc. opened its doors in May 1970, and all residents of Providence St. Joseph were transferred to the new home.

 

We continue the work of the Congregation of the Sisters of Providence with a 190-bed home, which serves the citizens of this city and the surrounding areas.