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Opinion: The needs of unhoused women are underestimated and underfunded
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Opinion: The needs of unhoused women are underestimated and underfunded

Volunteers create hundreds of blankets for Montreal women in need.
On International Women’s Day, the team at Chez Doris in Montreal shines a light on the overlooked realities of women experiencing homelessness—whose stories are too often left out of the data.
Chez Doris is pleased to announce that, thanks to rigorous planning and diligent teamwork, the organization has been able to fully restore its frontline services.

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Diane Pilote
My name is Diane, and I have had the privilege of building my career within major financial institutions, where I held several senior management positions. My career path has allowed me to develop strong expertise in restructuring, organizational planning, and corporate strategy. For nearly six years, I served as Senior Vice-President at Laurentian Bank, after holding vice-presidential positions at National Bank and Desjardins.
Since March 2024, I have had the immense privilege of serving as Executive Director of Chez Doris, an organization whose mission is very close to my heart. Committing myself to the well-being of women in vulnerable situations gives new meaning to my professional journey. I am proud to work alongside passionate and dedicated people, and to contribute every day to building a more just, humane, and supportive environment.
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