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Facing winter’s harsh realities
Winter conditions can be particularly demanding for people who are already struggling. The cold and snow can exacerbate vulnerabilities and make simple tasks such as getting around, buying groceries, and socializing all the more complex. Community agencies have to ramp up their services during this time to ensure no one is left to face these...
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Four Short Videos to Understand Social Issues in Greater MontrealQuatre courtes vidéos pour comprendre les enjeux sociaux du Grand Montréal
Centraide partnered with CTV to produce a series of short videos that shed light on the social challenges facing Greater...
Collectivement Elles: supporting women in reclaiming power over their lives
In the Haut-Richelieu region, many women face significant challenges: isolation, food insecurity, domestic violence, or the difficulties that arise during...
How the “Centraide effect” shapes workplaces
Every fall, thousands of employees in Greater Montreal take action to raise money for Centraide. More than just simple fundraising...
Action Centre-Ville: breaking isolation and enriching the lives of seniors
In the heart of Montreal, many seniors face very real daily challenges such as financial insecurity, social isolation and even...
Au coeur de l’enfance: Weaving a safety net for vulnerable families
In the Saint-Laurent and Bordeaux-Cartierville areas of Montreal, many families face lives marked by precariousness, isolation, or various challenges. For...
The Jeux de l’entraide: When the next generation puts its talent at the service of the common good
On Thursday, November 7, National Bank’s offices hosted the second edition of the Jeux de l’entraide, an initiative led by...
Annick Guérard and Charles Emond join their voices in an appeal for generosity
With so many people in Greater Montreal facing precarious circumstances, Centraide's 2025 campaign co-chairs, Annick Guérard, President and Chief Executive...
Montreal’s perfect storm: How Centraide is helping a city under pressure
By Mark Stachiew Centraide plays a crucial role in helping agencies address the increased complexity of needs faced by vulnerable...
7 strategies to give kids the best possible start
For Early Childhood Week, we are voicing our strong support for our partners who strive to make early childhood a...
A 52nd campaign marked by solidarity
On Wednesday, October 8, Centraide of Greater Montreal launched its 52nd annual campaign. Commitment and solidarity were the order of the day!...
Growing old in Greater Montreal: Realities and barriers
In Greater Montreal, nearly one in six—or 770,000 people—is aged 65 and over. Around 104,000 are above the age of 85,...
“Here, we’re not gray, we’re alive”: the lives of seniors at the SCAMA Center
Andrée found that time was passing slowly at home with her husband. “Apart from watching TV or calling a friend...