Rising to the challenge of responsible consumption What if every item of clothing we bought had the power to change the world? In September, the month of second-hand clothing, Oxfam is challenging us to buy nothing new. For the past 5 years, this awareness-raising movement has been encouraging us to rethink our consumption and take … Continued
A loyal and generous community On May 21, over 80 people took part in the 9th edition of the fundraising dinner and online auction, organized in aid of Little Brothers. Our generous community mobilized to raise $32,549, adding to the $200,000 raised since 2011 to support activities aimed at breaking the isolation of seniors in … Continued
Help break the isolation and keep vulnerable seniors safe from the heat.
The urgent need to act The meteoric rise of prolonged loneliness and isolation among the elderly population is a very real phenomenon across the regions of Quebec, where one in five seniors is without a relative to rely on. An aging population, low incomes for too many seniors – one in two lives on less … Continued
Second-hand goods: a booming market In 2022, two out of three Quebecers participated in the second-hand economy*. The latter is one of the pillars of the circular economy: a production and consumption model that involves sharing, reusing, repairing, renovating and recycling existing products and materials for as long as possible, so that they retain their … Continued
On March 15, a benefit screening of Robin Aubert’s new movie TU NE SAURAS JAMAIS took place at Montreal’s Beaubien cinema, organized with the support of AXIA Films. A courageous film that engages our senses and transports us into a poignant story, carried by the great talent of Martin Naud, the lead actor. Organized for … Continued
How to contribute to responsible consumption In March, the clothing detox challenge invites you to think about the way you consume clothes, and to adopt good habits such as repairing and transforming your clothes or arranging them differently. You can even buy second-hand and donate clothes you no longer wear to a charity. Because sorting … Continued
Strong, healthy ties for over 60 years. We are grateful for your support. The Little Brothers have grown up a lot since 1962. We’ve been able to travel this long road of solidarity thanks to the support of major donors, whose generosity we would like to acknowledge. This was an opportunity to introduce the “Circle … Continued
Once again this year, we were able to count on the immense generosity of Québecor to deploy a vast volunteer recruitment and fundraising campaign, which ran from September 27 to December 17, 2023. For the second year in a row, our spokesperson, actress Marie-Thérèse Fortin, lent her voice to the advertising message, whose slogan is: … Continued
The holiday season is approaching, a time to gather, share and spoil our loved ones. This year, how about reconnecting with your childlike heart? Go on a treasure hunt to find your second-hand gifts in our Little Brothers boutiques! Unique pieces at low prices While the majority of Quebecers give gifts this holiday season, a … Continued
