NEWS & PRESS RELEASES
The 2025 Janette Bertrand Wellness Award Presented to Marjolaine St-Jules for Her Outstanding Commitment to Inclusion
PRESS RELEASE – November 14, 2025 — Tel-Aide Montréal is proud to present the 2025 Janette Bertrand Wellness Award to Marjolaine St-Jules, social worker and co-founder of non-profit Rêvanous. This award recognizes her exceptional contribution to the inclusion of people living with an intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder, as well as her dedication to promoting a more compassionate and inclusive world through volunteer work.
The TAM-TAM DON 2025 Silent Auction is Officially Online!
Discover over 80 unique items from local businesses and creators — wellness experiences, restaurants, shows, getaways, art pieces, and much more. By placing a bid, you’re supporting Tel-Aide Montréal’s mission.
Janette Bertrand Wellness Award: 2025 Finalists!
Three inspiring journeys, one shared mission: fostering well-being and inclusion. Discover the finalists of the 2025 Janette Bertrand Well-Being Award—individuals whose kindness is transforming lives.
The art of rephrasing to better understand others
Rephrasing is more than a listening technique — it’s a way to truly understand another person. One word at a time, we weave more genuine connections, and make the other person feel understood.
Giving Seniors a Voice : because being heard matters at any age
With the RPA Project – Giving Voice Back to Seniors, Tel-Aide Montréal creates caring spaces to break isolation, strengthen social ties, and value seniors’ voices in their communities.
Night listening: lending an ear in the heart of the night
When the world goes quiet, worries get louder.
At night, loneliness and heavy thoughts often feel strongest — just when most services are closed. Tel-Aide Montréal is here to listen during those hours, offering comfort, confidentiality, and a caring presence.
Empathy: at the heart of human connection
What exactly is empathy? And more importantly, how does it shape the way we build connections? Behind this often-heard word lies a simple yet powerful attitude that can transform our relationships every day.
TAM & KPMG: a strategic partnership for mental well-being
Today, we are pleased to announce a three-year partnership with KPMG in Quebec, who joins us as an associate partner to support our major campaign, TAM-TAM DON 2025–2028.
Why listening without judgment can be difficult & how to get better at it
We all say, ‘I’m not judging,’ but listening without judgment is harder than it seems. Discover why it’s so challenging, how to practice it, and why it matters in creating a more human, caring space.
TAM & Desjardins: a long-term partnership for the mental well-being of our communities
Our main partner, Desjardins, has committed to supporting over three years our major fundraising campaign TAM-TAM DON 2025–2028.