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Emergency support for vulnerable people In March 2020, the COVID-19 Emergency Fund was created to help community agencies implement exceptional measures to assist isolated and vulnerable people hit hard by the health crisis. The fund was made possible thanks to donations from businesses, organizations and unions, foundations, municipalities and boroughs,...

A support to adapt and increase frontline services The Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) is a $350-million investment from the Government of Canada allocated through Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) to help vulnerable populations manage the impacts of COVID-19. The objective was to help agencies adapt and increase front-line...

Psychosocial, academic, and technological support for youth The Youth Project was initiated in April 2020 in response to school closures, which increased risks for isolated and marginalized youth, particularly the risk of dropping out of school. The project was made possible thanks to the financial support provided by the Lucie...

Planned giving donors are people who not only contribute to the annual campaign but also support Centraide’s mission over the long term, for example, by leaving a gift in their will, donating a life insurance policy, or creating an endowment fund. The Generations' Circle is a circle of recognition to...

To make the greatest possible impact on the lives of vulnerable people, we must prioritize actions and identify the agencies best suited to carry them out. Forge links within the community Forge links within the community Every community is unique. By forging strong ties with each community, particularly through neighbourhood...

$59.1 million was invested in 2021-2022 in the communities of Greater Montreal through 350 agencies and community projects. These investments were structured around four areas of action. Support youth success See the agencies working in this area of action In Montreal, nearly one in four children grows up in poverty...

Special COVID-19 release Launched in the midst of a health crisis, the COVID-19 release of our innovative mapping tool provides a sociodemographic profile of our neighbourhoods, cities and towns. It also emphasizes food security agencies, which have seen a sharp rise in demand since the crisis started. By providing a...

We work in concert with the largest companies and organizations in Greater Montreal, as well as their unions and employees, to create fundraising campaigns and win-win experiences. These collaborations result in positive benefits for all those involved, including organizations, donors, and Centraide. The remarkable commitment of companies, organizations, and their...

We can count on the support of those who follow us from our website, social networks, newsletters, and direct mail. The invaluable support of the individuals in the community inspires us day after day. The individuals in the community contribute to Centraide through one-time or monthly personal donations. Every donation...

As community leaders who are sensitive to the needs and social issues of Greater Montreal, the volunteers on the Social Development Investment Committee assess requests for financial assistance submitted by community agencies. These volunteers enrich discussions and make fund allocation recommendations to the Board of Directors. Chairmanship of the Investment...

Forward-thinking and daring, the volunteer members on the Board of Directors determine the overall direction for Centraide of Greater Montreal. Responsibility, integrity, and transparency guide their deliberation and decision-making process. Chairmanship of the Board of Directors Committee Members of the Board of Directors Committee *Member of the executive committee Committees...

As leaders from a variety of business sectors, Campaign Cabinet volunteers enlist the collaboration of companies and organizations in Greater Montreal. Each member of the cabinet is responsible for a specific sector and leads his or her own team of volunteers. 2022 Campaign Co-Chairs 2022 Campaign Cabinet Members The campaign...

As committed and influential philanthropists, the volunteers of the Major Donors cabinet are the driving force behind the Major Donations campaign. Each member of the cabinet leads a team of volunteers. Chair of the cabinet Alain B. Auclair's Team Grégoire Baillargeon's Team Mary-Dailey Desmarais' Team Laurent Ferreira's Team Norman Hébert,...

This directory presents all the community agencies that receive financial support from Centraide to take action against poverty and exclusion in the neighbourhoods, towns, and villages of Greater Montreal. To find agencies sort by name, territory, or area of activity or enter a postal code to list community agencies according...

Every community is unique. By forming strong connections with each community, we are able to learn about their needs and help them address the challenges of poverty and exclusion. Fighting poverty requires action on several fronts. We need to ensure that people have access to food and a roof over...