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.
Poverty
Greater Montreal is home to the majority (60%) of Quebeckers living in poverty. How many people are in this situation?…
Social exclusion
Some population groups are more at risk of social exclusion than others. They may experience this exclusion Due to their:…
Homelessness
Given the housing crisis in Greater Montreal and the alarming increase in visible homelessness, Centraide is firmly committed to tackling…
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…
School perseverance
Youth success is key to building a stronger and more prosperous Greater Montreal. It is also an important tool in…
Mental health
Just like physical health, mental health is a key part of our overall well-being. It is greatly influenced by our…
Populations reached
Groups most at risk of poverty
Not everyone has the same risk of poverty. Belonging to specific groups, such as a visible minority, as well as…
Newcomers
Settling in Greater Montreal: The realities and challenges Every year, Greater Montreal welcomes thousands of newcomers who arrive with the…
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…
People living with disabilities
Disability affects a large and growing share of the population. In 2022, more than one in five people aged 15…
Seniors
Growing old in Greater Montreal: Realities and barriers In Greater Montreal, nearly one in six—or 770,000 people—is aged 65 and over….
2SLGBTQIA+ communities
Despite progress, challenges still exist Greater Montreal is a place of diverse identities, realities and life experiences. But despite decades…
Other pages will soon be available to present the realities experienced by young people, Indigenous communities, and people with disabilities.
Blog
Read our blog articles for a better understanding of our actions on the ground, including current issues, testimonials and infographics.
Breaking isolation through community participation: Ronnie’s story
Ronnie is 71. He lives alone in a 4 ½ in a peaceful corner of LaSalle he loves. “It’s quiet there, I like…
Children and Families
📌 Key takeaways More than 50% of Quebec children aged 0 to 11 live in Greater Montreal. The first years of life…
“My life has done a 360-degree turn”: Ikram’s story
When Ikram arrived in Montreal in 2017, she had no familiar touchstones. Originally from Sudan, she spoke neither French nor…
2SLGBTQIA+ communities
Despite progress, challenges still exist Greater Montreal is a place of diverse identities, realities and life experiences. But despite decades…
Academic success begins long before school
Before they start learning to read and write, nearly one in three children in Quebec enters kindergarten with vulnerabilities that…
People living with disabilities
Disability affects a large and growing share of the population. In 2022, more than one in five people aged 15…
The Depot: food as a catalyst for change
In Montreal, one in five people faces food insecurity. The Depot Community Food Centre in NDG is tackling this challenge…
Advancing housing solutions
In addition to supporting community agencies, Centraide takes a multipronged approach to helping tackle housing challenges in Greater Montreal. By…
“The Centre communautaire Radisson is my second home”: Éveline Claire’s story
When Éveline Claire came to Quebec in 2012, she had big dreams. A medical microbiologist by trade, she immigrated here…