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 initiatives, these campaigns turn office towers and factory floors into hubs of generosity. As employees get involved, share, and give, everyone gets a concrete idea of how their contribution supports people in vulnerable situations. We...
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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...
Food Insecurity
Getting enough to eat: A daily struggle for too many people and families Despite the slowdown in inflation in 2025,...
Housing
Greater Montreal is grappling with a severe housing crisis. Zoom in on the situation How much does it cost to...
Suzanne: From an empty stomach to a full class
Suzanne and her husband worked full-time jobs for their entire lives. Despite being fully employed, they were hit hard by...
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...
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...
Ricochet: A Shelter Focused on People
In the West Island of Montreal, away from major roads, in an old stone building by the Rivière des Prairies,...
Comité logement Rive-Sud: Supporting tenants during the housing crisis
Quebec is going through a housing crisis that is producing human tragedy. Vulnerable people in particular are struggling in the...
Fourchettes de l’Espoir: Necessary meals with a side of essential support for vulnerable families
Given the sharp increase in inflation, Fourchettes de l’Espoir welcomes many families in difficult circumstances. “We help many families who...