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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...

The power of generosity Behind every dollar donated is a story—a person or family getting back on their feet and reclaiming their dignity. Every year, we help over 800,000 people through 375 community agencies and projects. But did you know that donating can also save you money come tax time? ✅ Thanks to the tax receipt, you can recover part of your donation as a non-refundable...

Centraide of Greater Montreal (“CGM”) is committed to protecting your privacy. Last update: September 15, 2023. This policy concerns you and describes how we collect, use, communicate and protect your personal information on our website (the Site) and as part of our charitable activities. It also explains how you can...

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. Once realized, these valuable contributions will be invested in...

Your generosity gives us the power to improve the quality of life in our community. By acting here, with heart, you are helping to break the cycle of poverty and social exclusion in Greter Montreal.

There are a myriad of good reasons and multiple ways to get involved with Centraide. Whether you make a donation, launching a campaign, becoming a Philanthropic Development Associate, or volunteering in your community, your commitment is invaluable.  

Many donors motivated by the positive impact of their donation and a desire to make a difference in Greater Montreal join the Leader ranks. Their continual engagement allows us to plan for the future. Leaders contribute to Centraide through personal donations of $1,200 to $9,999. Together they form a network...

Every day, dedicated individuals take action to combat poverty and social exclusion by giving the equivalent of $1 per day to Centraide of Greater Montreal. These everyday heroes know their donations change lives—today and for years to come.  Who are the everyday heroes?  Everyday heroes give $1 a day ($365...

A well-known proverb warns that “You can’t take it with you.” Of course, at one point in our lives, we all have to think about what will happen after we’re gone. This moment is an opportunity to take stock of our possessions and how we want to divide them up....

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,...

Major philanthropists choose Centraide to contribute to the social development of Greater Montreal and provide a safety net for vulnerable members of the population. Their enthusiasm and generosity are a great source of strength. Major Donors contribute to Centraide with personal donations of $10,000 or more. They form a network...

Montreal, September 20, 2023 – Today, Centraide of Greater Montreal announced the launch of its 50th fundraising campaign and celebration of a half-century of social impact, solidarity and generosity for a better future. Since its first campaign in 1974, Centraide has become a key actor in the fight against poverty and...

The Philanthropic Development Associate Program lets Centraide benefit from additional human resources without adding management costs. During the critical period of the annual campaign, the Philanthropic Development Associates work with the Centraide team to provide support and guidance to workplace fundraising campaign organizers. You can participate in two ways: loan...

A network of 375 community agencies, thousands of volunteers and a dedicated team that goes the extra mile to achieve meaningful results. Apply for job offers 3 great reasons to work at Centraide 1. A career serving the community  At Centraide, we are all working for the same cause. Together,...

Allies are donors who contribute $10 per week ($520 per year) to help build a more inclusive, equitable and caring Greater Montreal. Through their gifts, they sustain a vast network of community agencies with deep local roots that deliver resources, support and hope to thousands of people every day. Who...

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...

A special message from Maud For our 2024 campaign, Maud Doualan, Vice President, Philanthropic Development at Centraide of Greater Montreal, has a message for you. Your renewed commitment is crucial to provide hope and transform lives. If you can, make a Leadership donation now. DONATE Your support transforms lives Hear...

The mission of the Centraide of Greater Montreal Foundation is to build and grow significant ongoing capital. Bequests, life insurance policies, endowment funds and other forms of planned gifts to Centraide are invested in the Foundation, which ensures that these donations grow over time to provide Centraide with sustainable income....

Welcome to our media section! Would you like to know more about what we do and what we’ve achieved? Do you want our perspective on current issues? Read our latest news releases, opinion letters, and media reports. This section includes tools for the media as well. For all interview requests...

Several businesses and organizations in Greater Montreal are opening their doors to Centraide workplace campaigns. Join the many organizations that have decided to position themselves as social change makers in their communities. You have different ways to take part in the Centraide campaign, such as through a corporate donation, an...

A message from Denis For our 2024 campaign, Denis LaRue-Frechette, Director of Travail de Rue de l’Île de Laval (TRÎL), tells you a touching story from his personal experience. His testimonial gives voice to the lasting impact that support for vulnerable people can have. Your renewed commitment is crucial to...

Centraide invests in the collective action and expertise of a diverse network of local and regional initiatives, bodies and agencies that work every day toward the goal of creating an inclusive, poverty-free Greater Montreal. Centraide uses stringent assessment criteria to ensure that each of these agencies shares its values and...

Event date: February 12, 2026 The Solidaires are back! Like every year, Solidaires is the perfect opportunity to announce the results of the annual campaign and highlight the incredible work accomplished by organizations in the community.  For the 2026 edition, we're inviting organizations to submit their applications in order to...

What is the South Shore Collective Action Fund? Centraide of Greater Montreal launched the South Shore Collective Action Fund to help this territory cope with its unique challenges in the areas of poverty and social inequality. With a budget of $1 million over two years (2025-2027), this fund will let local agencies...

Building on the experience gained over the past year and listening to the needs expressed by its partners, Centraide of Greater Montreal is launching for a second year a call for projects aimed at community organizations in its network that wish to develop mutualized projects. Mutualized projects provide a concrete...

The agency and community-investment evaluation processes are supported by skilled volunteers who represent the community and are assisted by Centraide's social development team. For more information about this process, read this blog post: Each agency is evaluated based on the following basic principles: Other considerations The agency's mission is in...

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 Philippe Bourassa's Team Étienne Dubuc's Team Hélène V. Gagnon’s Team Norman...

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.

The following stories highlight the challenges facing vulnerable people in our community as well as the invaluable work of our network’s 375 community agencies that provide them with essential support throughout the year. Your commitment is crucial to provide hope and transform lives. Every donation allows agencies in our network to...

Did you know that 60% of Quebeckers who are in a situation of poverty live in Greater Montreal? But what does it mean to be in a situation of poverty? Being in a situation of poverty means: Not having enough money to meet your essential needs.Example: Having to choose between...

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Last update: September 22, 2024. Data portability is your right to request that computerized personal information you have entrusted to us and that we have stored be communicated to you or to an authorized organization. This right comes into effect on 22 September, 2024. Centraide of Greater Montreal reserves the...

Become a Centraide volunteer Are you looking for a concrete way to help Centraide pursue its mission? Become an agency evaluation volunteer and work closely with our social development consultants. When you join our team, you will work with community agencies in the Greater Montreal area. You will meet with...

Discover key facts 📍 Population – young and family-oriented neighborhoodChildren aged 0 to 17 account for nearly a quarter of the neighborhood’s population (23%), a higher proportion than in Montreal overall (19%). In Saint-Michel-Est, nearly one in three residents (30%) is under 18. Like many neighborhoods in the north of...

Centraide of Greater Montreal (“CGM”) is committed to protecting your privacy. Last update: November 30, 2023. In Brief We understand how important your privacy is to you, and we are committed to preserving the confidentiality of the personal information we collect about you. Why do we collect your personal information?...

We are very proud and excited to present our first Theory of Change (TOC), which will serve as a blueprint toward transformative impact.  Every member of our team and many volunteers made valuable contributions to the TOC. We merged our ideas, expertise and passions to create a shared vision of...

What is the Youth Success Project? The Youth Success Project is a collective initiative steered by the Centraides of Quebec in partnership with the Lucie and André Chagnon Foundation. Coordinated by Centraide of Greater Montreal, this project supports youth success by building the capacity of community agencies that help young...

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....

Recent data from a Canada-wide Omnibus survey conducted by Léger for United Way Centraide Canada on financial anxiety reveals growing concern among respondents in Quebec about the province’s economic future. More than one in two Quebecers (54%) expect the province’s economic situation to worsen within the next six months, compared...

Discover key facts 👩‍👧 Single-parent families – High concentration in LaSalle HeightsThe LaSalle Centre-Ouest (39%) and LaSalle Heights (44%) sectors have rates of single-parent families well above the Montreal average (31%). In the other sectors, the proportions are closer to the citywide rate. Overall, LaSalle has 4,145 single-parent families, two-thirds of...

To fulfill its mission of taking action together for an inclusive Greater Montreal without poverty, Centraide aims to speak out to influence the community and let people know how important it is to act on the causes of poverty and reduce its impacts. Thanks to its specialized social and philanthropic...

Discover key facts 📍 Population – rapid growth and strong presence of young adultsBetween 2016 and 2021, Peter-McGill experienced one of the fastest population growths on the Island of Montreal (+22%), a rate seven times higher than the city average (+3%). The neighborhood has a young population: half of its...

Access to decent and affordable housing has become a key issue in the fight against inequality and poverty. Greater Montreal’s housing crisis has exacerbated the vulnerability of many people and impacted other significant social problems, such as homelessness, child development, mental health, food security and domestic violence. The most recent...

Discover key facts 👨🏻‍🦱 Population – strong growth and presence of young adultsBetween 2016 and 2021, Petite-Bourgogne experienced one of the highest population growth rates on the island of Montreal (40% versus 3% for the city), partly due to the integration of the Griffintown sector, which represents nearly half of...

(Sector 1: Duvernay, Saint-François, Saint-Vincent-de-Paul; Sector 2: Pont-Viau, Renaud-Coursol, Laval-des-Rapides; Sector 3: Chomedey; Sector 4: Sainte-Dorothée, Laval-Ouest, Laval–Les Îles, Fabreville-Ouest; Sector 5: Fabreville-Est, Sainte-Rose; Sector 6: Vimont, Auteuil) Discover key facts 📍 Population – Chomedey, the most populous sectorLaval is home to 438,364 residents. One in five (22%, or 94,030 people) live in...

Discover key facts 👨🏻‍🦱 Population – high proportion of young adultsThe neighbourhood is distinguished by its population of 18- to 34-year-olds, who make up 31% of residents, well above the Montreal average (26%). The proportion of seniors (11%) is considerably lower than in Montreal. 👩‍👧 Single-parent families – significant presence42%...

(Candiac, Châteauguay, Delson, La Prairie, Léry, Mercier, Saint-Constant, Saint-Isidore, Saint-Mathieu, Saint-Philippe and Sainte-Catherine) Discover key facts 📍 Population – growth and notable presence of youthBetween 2016 and 2021, the MRC de Roussillon recorded population growth of +8%, matching that of La Vallée-du-Richelieu. These two territories experienced the fastest growth among the five MRCs within Centraide’s territory,...

About Centraide of Greater Montreal   Centraide of Greater Montreal is a philanthropic organization that was founded in 1974 out of a desire to create an effective collective fundraising tool in Greater Montreal to support community agencies, which are key actors in the fight against poverty and social exclusion. Being...

Every year, Centraide invests in a vast network of 375 agencies and projects that work directly in Greater Montreal’s neighbourhoods. Centraide invests using a unique approach developed in the field for over 50 years to provide long-term support adapted to local realities, which is key to reducing poverty and social...

Discover key facts 📍Population – variable growth and diverse age structureBetween 2016 and 2021, the neighborhood’s population grew by 2.7%, slightly below the Montreal average (3.2%). Growth was much stronger in Cité-Jardin (+47%). The age structure varies by sector: young people are highly represented in Angus and Nouveau-Rosemont, while seniors...

Discover key facts 👩‍🦰 Population – rapid growth and young adultsBetween 2016 and 2021, the neighborhood experienced one of the fastest population growths on the Island of Montreal, nearly ten times higher than the city average (29% vs. 3%). Young adults aged 18 to 34, often students, make up nearly...