A better understanding of
current challenges
Every day, hundreds of thousands of people across Greater Montreal face challenges that compromise their well-being and dignity. Whether it’s housing, food security, homelessness, poverty, social exclusion or staying in school, these issues are interrelated and call for collective, sustainable responses. By supporting a network of more than 375 community agencies and projects, Centraide acts where needs are greatest to build an inclusive community free of poverty.
Newcomers
Settling in Greater Montreal: The realities and challenges Every year, Greater Montreal welcomes thousands of newcomers who arrive with the…
Living in a situation of poverty
Greater Montreal is home to the majority (60%) of Quebeckers living in poverty. How many people are in this situation?…
Food Insecurity
Getting enough to eat: A daily struggle for too many people and families Despite the slowdown in inflation in 2025,…
Social exclusion
Some population groups are more at risk of social exclusion than others. They may experience this exclusion Due to their:…
School perseverance
Youth success is key to building a stronger and more prosperous Greater Montreal. It is also an important tool in…
Homelessness
Given the housing crisis in Greater Montreal and the alarming increase in visible homelessness, Centraide is firmly committed to tackling…
50 years of food security
Centraide grows generosity Over the past fifty years, Greater Montreal has been the seedbed for different food security innovations—such as…
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…
Women in situations of vulnerability
Women can face a plurality of situations of vulnerability, which can include poverty, violence, mental health problems, addiction, a difficult…
Blog
Read our blog articles for a better understanding of our actions on the ground, including current issues, testimonials and infographics.
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,…
Food Insecurity
Getting enough to eat: A daily struggle for too many people and families Despite the slowdown in inflation in 2025,…
Newcomers
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…