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Tel-Aide Montréal’s Fundraising Campaign

Our  Social Impact

20 000

Calls answered each year.

2.4 M

Calls answered to date. 

173 volunteers

Ensure the availability of our listening service 7 days a week, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Contribute in your own way!

There are many ways to support TAM.

Donate online

No need to register – make a donation by filling out a secure Canada Helps form on our website:
Donation form

Phone Donation

Simply call us at

514-935-1105, extension 221, Monday to Friday betweeen 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Mail Donation

Download the pledge form and send it to: Tel-Aide Montréal, P.O. Box 97557 CSP Wellington Verdun (Québec), H4G 3M6
Donation Form

Donation in memoriam

After the death of a loved one, a gift to Tel-Aide Montréal is a way to remember them. We will send a letter of acknowledgment to the person of your choice when we receive the form.
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Donate Securities

A donation of securities or mutual funds is an efficient way to give charitably. Since capital gains taxes don’t apply, our charity receives the full fair market value when the security is sold, and you get a tax receipt which reflects your larger contribution. This allows you to give more and get more.
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A word from Tel-Aide Montréal’s spokesperson

“Tel-Aide Montréal is an essential service that can make all the difference in someone’s life by offering a listening ear and crucial support. We all have our storms to weather, but sometimes it takes an ear, a kind word, or a helping hand to get back up.”

Photo credit: Julie Bélanger and Friends of TAM: Josée Houle

Être écouté, ça peut tout changer

A campaign to support listening
and mental well-being.

The importance of listening

Active listening is a way of paying attention to someone by fully listening to them without interrupting or judging, and by seeking to understand what they are expressing, both through their words and non-verbal communication.

This approach creates a space where the speaker truly feels heard and supported, which can reduce their stress, clarify their thoughts, and enhance their emotional and mental well-being.

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OUR MISSION FOR OVER 52 YEARS

Tel-Aide Montréal actively contributes to improving mental well-being through listening.

Testimonials

A person experiencing loneliness

is on the path to well-being

I feel alone. I have no family, no partner, no friends. I don’t work. I spend my days alone at home talking to the walls. Every day feels the same. If something happened to me, no one would know. I could leave just like that… and no one would care. Life isn’t really fun when you feel this lonely… I need to do something to get out of this. – Anonymous
A man in mourning

finds help

My wife just passed away. She had breast cancer… I watched her suffer terribly until she finally faded away, just skin and bones. I find it so hard to accept that she’s gone… I feel completely empty, I have no energy for anything, and I don’t want to see anyone. I just want to sleep to try to forget… I know that’s not the solution. I need to seek help. – Anonymous
A person struggling with gambling

finds non-judgmental support

I started gambling at around 21 on bar slot machines. Every paycheck went there. My life revolved around gambling. I thought about it morning, noon, and night. One day, I found myself with nothing, almost on the street. I had lost everything: my job, my girlfriend, my friends, my apartment. Even my family had cut ties. I hit rock bottom. I couldn’t see a way out… So, I talked about it and sought help. – Anonymous
A victim of abuse and violence

finds a refuge where she is truly heard

Who would have thought a son could act like this toward his mother? He is always aggressive with me, constantly insults me, calls me stupid, and says he can’t wait for me to die so he can be rid of me. He takes all my money. I don’t have a dime left for my personal expenses. This can’t go on. He scares me. I need to talk about it… – Anonymous

Why Support TAM?

I believe that Tel-Aide Montréal’s mission is truly remarkable. I know that to listen, to sincerely help someone in distress, one must be very empathetic and respectful of others’ feelings. Tel-Aide performs essential work by helping others over the phone.

Anonymous Donor

You are and have been important to thousands of people, including myself. Thank you so much.

Anonymous donor

Thank you for being there and making a difference. My son reached out to you, and you listened to him. He is still in my life…

Anonymous donor

Thank you very much for all the support you give to those in distress.

Anonymous donor

I happened to come across an article about your organization in the New York Times and I was deeply moved. Your kind response to calls is a light that can lead to a hopeful and better present to build a brighter and more caring future. Thank you very much, from the bottom of my heart. 

Anonymous donor
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Support listening – 
it changes lives.
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Memories from our fundraising event

October 24, 2024

Evening presented by Desjardins in tribute to Janette Bertrand. 

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How does my donation help Tel-Aide Montréal?

Your donations enable Tel-Aide Montréal to fund its listening service, train active listening volunteers, and ensure the continuity of support for individuals in distress. Every contribution helps maintain the active listening line, provide quality training for volunteer listeners, and expand the organization’s services.

Are donations to Tel-Aide Montréal tax-deductible?

Yes, donations to Tel-Aide Montréal are tax-deductible. Tel-Aide Montréal is a registered charity, which means it can issue official receipts for tax purposes for donations made. You will receive a tax receipt following your donation.

How can I ensure my donation Is used effectively by Tel-Aide Montréal?

Tel-Aide Montréal is a non-profit organization committed to using donations transparently and effectively. Donations are utilized to fund listening services, volunteer training, and the organization’s operations. You can review our annual report to learn more about how funds are utilized.

How is Tel-Aide Montréal Funded?

Tel-Aide Montréal is primarily funded through donations, grants, and fundraising campaigns. The organization relies on community support, partners, and donors to continue providing its free listening services. It may also receive government grants and contributions from foundations to support its operations.

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Call us at
514-935-1101
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7 days a week


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