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When you meet Ana, what strikes you first is her unwavering determination, her steady gaze, and the quiet strength in her voice. Her poise belies the gravity of the hardships she’s endured—and the extraordinary resilience it took to rise above them. Born in Guatemala, Ana’s early life was shaped by abandonment and separation. At five, […]
In the heart of Montreal, the Chez Doris organization creates much more than mittens: it creates connections, stories of resilience, and rebirth. The weekly mitten-making program is much more than a craft workshop. It is a space for healing, solidarity, and dignity for women who have endured often unimaginable hardships. Among them, two participants […]
Since 2015, the Chez Doris mitten project has been weaving more than just thread—it’s been stitching together connection, restoring confidence, and offering dignity to women who have faced profound challenges. Every week, about a dozen women gather for the workshop led by longtime volunteer Christina Donolo, whose commitment to Chez Doris has lasted for more […]
From September 20 to 21, 2025, the Chez Doris team will proudly take part in the Marathon Beneva de Montréal, the biggest running event in Quebec. Beyond the sporting challenge, it’s a profoundly human mission that motivates our every step: to offer essential support to women in precarious situations in Montreal. Chez Doris is a […]
As Montreal’s homeless census takes place this spring, I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone that women experiencing homelessness or vulnerability have specific needs that are often misunderstood and frequently overlooked. This census won’t give us a complete picture of their situation. Unlike men experiencing homelessness, who are often visible in public spaces, […]
Who would have thought a simple cake recipe could rebuild a life, a spoonful of sugar at a time? Yet, that’s exactly what happens at Chez Doris, thanks to our culinary pre-employment program. Here, the kitchen isn’t just a workplace; it’s a space for healing and community. This program, which we started two years ago, […]
Montreal, December 12th, 2024 — Chez Doris is pleased to announce that, thanks to meticulous planning and dedicated teamwork, the organization has successfully resumed its full range of frontline services less than a year after having to scale them back. Chez Doris now offers a safe haven where vulnerable or homeless women can find help and comfort without […]
The Canadian government, the CAQ government, the City of Montreal, the Société d’habitation et de développement de Montréal (SHDM) and non-profit Chez Doris officially inaugurated the Résidence Marcelle et Jean Coutu on Friday. The building is equipped with 26 studios for vulnerable women in various situations or at risk of homelessness. Located on De Champlain […]