Little Brothers are proud to announce the appointment of Ann MacDonald as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Little Brothers Foundation. With a career marked by strategic management and a deep commitment to the communities of Quebec, she will bring her expertise and network to the organization’s mission to strengthen mobilization and support … Continued
Sometimes all it takes is a simple gesture to light up a life. The story of our Great Friend, Mr. Latour, is a wonderful illustration of this. When we met him, we were immediately struck by his kindness and discretion. An avid field hockey fan, now a resident of a retirement home, he always keeps … Continued
The Little Brothers Foundation: expanding solidarity at the service of seniors Since its inception, the Little Brothers Foundation has been committed to securing the financial resources essential to enable Little Brothers to fulfill their mission of providing a warm and caring presence to isolated seniors across Quebec. Through its initiatives and campaigns, the Foundation acts … Continued
An Essential Message During This Holiday Season The holiday season is a time for reflection and action. In collaboration with Luc Maurice, founder of Groupe Maurice, and Pierre Couture, Executive Director of the Little Brothers Foundation, our President and CEO, Catherine Harel Bourdon, co-signed an open letter published in La Presse. This message calls for … Continued
As the Canada Post strike continues, its consequences are significantly affecting Little Brothers and other community organizations. With the holiday season approaching—a period when over 30% of annual donations are made—the disruptions to postal services are complicating our activities and slowing our ability to support isolated seniors. Concrete Impacts on Our Efforts Delays in receiving … Continued
As the holidays approach, Louise feels a comforting sense of calm. She knows that, as always, Marie-Andrée will be at her side to share these precious moments. For four years now, her volunteer has been there every week. At 81 years of age, our Great Friend is surprised that she knocked on the door of … Continued
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
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
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
