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Finding her way, one homework assignment at a time
Tiana was stressed and couldn’t get organized. She was able to regain control of her schoolwork and rebuild her self-confidence, thanks to the support of a community agency. Tiana is 16. She is a bright, disciplined and motivated student. Grade 10 is smooth sailing for her. But it wasn’t always so. “I was anxious. I wanted...
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Settling in Greater Montreal: The realities and challenges Every year, Greater Montreal welcomes thousands of newcomers who arrive with the...
School perseverance
Youth success is key to building a stronger and more prosperous Greater Montreal. It is also an important tool in...
When your life careens off course: François’ journey
François is 59 years old. Today, he is living in transitional housing after a period of great instability and drug...
Summer camps: a springboard for children from disadvantaged backgrounds
Sometimes, a few days in the woods is all that’s needed to change one’s trajectory At the age of 11,...
Homelessness can happen to anyone: Patrick’s heart-wrenching story
In 2023, Patrick was 46 and working in construction. He shared his life with his partner of 22 years, Valérie....
Housing: An essential need that is getting more difficult to meet
Greater Montreal is grappling with a severe housing crisis. Zoom in on the situation How much does it cost to...
Meet two of the creatives behind our new advertising campaign
With a strong message and a striking aesthetic, the second part of Centraide’s advertising campaign has now been deployed. The...
L’Envol: Where young moms find new wings
At L’Envol, an agency that provides help to young mothers, every day starts with the same determination: to provide a...
Côte-des-Neiges Black Community Association: Acting for and with families
In Côte-des-Neiges, the Côte-des-Neiges Black Community Association (CDNBCA) supports English-speaking Black families and other marginalized groups by giving them tools...
Chic Resto Pop: More Than a Meal, a Driver of Solidarity
At the heart of Hochelaga-Maisonneuve stands an essential resource for the entire community: Chic Resto Pop. More than just a...
Denise Major: A Key Volunteer at Maison d’Entraide
Supported by Centraide for over 25 years, the Maison d’Entraide Saint-Paul et Émard improves the living conditions of low-income residents...
Resto Plateau: Where reinvention bears great fruit
While some come to eat, others stay to learn a trade. This is the two-fold mission of Resto Plateau, a...