Behind every testimonial is a community agency making a difference. The stories that follow offer a glimpse into the work carried out by the more than 375 community agencies in our network that, throughout Greater Montreal, support people in situations of vulnerability.
“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…
“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…
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…
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…
“Benado helped me feel confident again.”
At 26 years old, Magalie is now a manager at a furniture company, a position her younger self never thought…
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,…
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….
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