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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...

Before determining which agencies and collective actions to support, Centraide establishes an investment strategy with broad guidelines on the use of the donations it receives, i.e. funding level and duration, distribution throughout the territory and among different needs (food security, mental health, seniors, youth).  We began reviewing our investment strategy...

Demand for volunteers is high, and agencies are constantly looking for people who are eager to help their community. Where do I start? To get the most out of your volunteer experience, it’s important to choose a cause that is close to your heart and within your comfort zone, such...

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...

$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...

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...

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...

No organisation can fix complex issues like poverty or bring about significant social change alone. Montreal neighbourhoods have been mobilizing for several years around collective actions to improve living conditions in their communities. Launched and coordinated by Centraide of Greater Montreal, the Collective Impact Project aims to increase the impact...

In every Greater Montreal neighbourhood, citizens and organizations are joining forces to find solutions to the problems they face in their area. Neighbourhood round tables mobilize communities around issues related to housing, food, education, transportation, urban planning, and more, galvanizing action in Greater Montreal one neighbourhood at a time.  A...

What type of agencies or initiativesdoes Centraide support? As a public foundation, Centraide of Greater Montreal is proud to help support the operating costs of community agencies and initiatives that tackle poverty and social exclusion in Greater Montreal’s neighbourhoods, towns, and cities. If you want to discover the types of...

Greater Montreal is home to more than half of all people who live in poverty in Quebec, totalling 615,000 people. Poverty rates are higher for children, single-parent families, single individuals, recent immigrants, members of visible minorities, and a growing number of workers. Poverty can be persistent or temporary, brought on by...

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How does Centraide determine the agencies and projects it works with? Centraide’s Board of Directors mandates a volunteer committee on investments in social development that will recommend names of agencies and initiatives as well as the amounts to be allocated.   Supported by a team of professionals, the role of this...

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...

Four words to remember: Fairness, Impact, Simple and Agile These four words summarize the goal of Centraide of Greater Montreal’s investment strategy. They reflect both the assessment we make of our strategy over the last few years and our evaluation of current issues and needs which are extremely important and...

Centraide of Greater Montreal stems from a group of charitable agencies that served different sectors of our community. It is the proud heir to a long tradition of community service. 1966 Strength in numbers The Federated Appeal of Greater Montreal was formed from the union of five federations that raised...

Thanks to your support and trust, Centraide can increase its action to fight poverty and social exclusion in all Greater Montreal neighbourhoods and communities. Every donation is important. When added to thousands of others, your gift becomes a powerful force to improve the living conditions of vulnerable people. Personal donation...

Monday, May 15, 2023, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Participant's Guide: Optimize your experience To get the most out of the Together for Housing event, download the Participant's Guide. With essential information on the day's goals, the housing situation in Greater Montreal, and other useful resources, this guide will help...

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...

Centraide is proud to collaborate with a number of partners that support our mission and allow us to have greater impact and visibility.  Advertising partners Advertising partners Centraide can count on the generosity of a number of advertising partners to increase its visibility and help raise awareness about poverty and...

Speaking Truths on Housing launched by Centraide of Greater Montreal will be capped off by a connecting event on May 15, 2023. This day, which promises to be one of in-depth reflection, aims to unite our collective forces and identify and accelerate measures to help us overcome the housing crisis....

Discover our events Networking, mobilizing, fundraising, and recognition events give Centraide the great privilege of bringing together those who donate and those who transform those donations into concrete actions in the community. Events are subject to change due to health restrictions.

Read our blog articles for a better understanding of our actions on the ground, including current issues, testimonials, infographics, and COVID-19 relief efforts.

In March 2020, the pandemic hit Greater Montreal. While the lockdowns have disrupted everyone’s lives, they have badly affected people who are marginalized or living in vulnerable conditions, such as isolated seniors, people with disabilities, the homeless, or families experiencing lost income. Thanks to four emergency funds and strong partnerships...

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,...

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. 2023 Campaign Co-Chairs 2023 Campaign Cabinet Members The campaign...

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...

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...