For the past two years, MEA and its members have been involved in supporting charitable organizations near the port facilities served. Through sports challenges and the effort of some thirty employees, more than $30,000 was donated in 2023 to the following six organizations.
Jouer Bouger Rire
The Trois-Rivières organization strives to get families playing, moving and laughing through the discovery of affordable sports and activities. MEA’s contribution will make it possible to offer a tennis camp in 2024.
La maison grise
La maison grise offers emergency assistance to women who are victims of domestic violence and will use the contribution to acquire flame-retardant comforters for its second-stage housing in Montréal.
Refuge des jeunes
Every year, the Refuge des jeunes accommodates nearly 650 young men. Beds and rooms are available in downtown Montréal to support young people who are trying to get off the street.
Transit Jeunesse
This Montréal organization offers shelter and psychosocial support to young girls aged 12 to 17 years. The financial contribution will be used to renovate the bathroom and laundry room.
Le Partage
On Montréal’s South Shore, Le Partage promotes food security and independence. The contribution will support the lunchbox program for underprivileged children.
Old Brewery Mission
Old Brewery Mission in Montréal offers prevention programs, emergency services and transition support for people experiencing homelessness.
