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Un itinéraire pour tous
Un itinéraire pour tous (UIPT) is an organization that was created in 2004. Its mission is to support social development and the fight against poverty in Montreal North. In particular, it provides counselling, help with staying in school and strategies for youth violence prevention.
Action solidaire du Nord-Est Project
In 2022, through the Collective Fund for Social Equity, FGM made a grant to the Action solidaire du Nord-Est project. This initiative consists of a support network aiming to strengthen the social safety net protecting people in vulnerable situations. The project emphasizes the establishment of bonds of trust and neighbourhood-based services. It also provides accompaniment and food security initiatives that help to develop participants’ autonomy.
The project’s target population grapples with many complex problems. Among them, social isolation, mental health issues, as well as food or financial insecurity may be present. Many are seniors, single-parent or low-income families, newcomers or racialized people. The Action solidaire du Nord-Est project was set up to provide a pathway to social inclusion open to all. At the same time, it enables Un itinéraire pour tous to improve and consolidate its services.
In 2022, 36 meetings open to all and four ‘‘coffee shops” were held and 486 individuals received support thanks to UIPT’s reception, referral and accompaniment services. On the food service side, five collective kitchens were held with more than 20 participants.