Projets Autochtones du Québec (PAQ)

Indigenous-Led
Community-Focused

Helping Indigenous community members in Montreal access
shelter, housing, and culturally grounded care
– with dignity and strength.

MISSION STATEMENT

Offering a continuum of living environments and resources to First Nations,
Inuit and Métis persons in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal who are at risk or are
experiencing homelessness, by adopting approaches rooted in Indigenous
values and traditions and promoting a culturally safe environment.

PAQ’S Identity Foundation

ISSUE

The lack of living environments and culturally relevant services for Indigenous persons living in urban settings (specifically for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness).

SPECIFIC VISION​

PAQ helps every First Nations, Inuit and Métis person who is homeless or at risk of homelessness find their path toward healing, promote empowerment and improve their living conditions in an urban setting, each at their own pace.​

SYSTEMIC VISION

First Nations, Inuit and Métis persons in an urban setting have access to culturally safe living environments adapted to their reality, where they can start a process of healing, regain their dignity, and reconnect with their culture and identity.

Mission in Numbers:
2025

22,544

Hot meals prepared and served.

1,325

Unique people served through food security services.

11,466

Healthy snacks served to children.

2,880

Hours of tutoring provided to children.

123

Children and youth served through programming.

300

Registered members.

SERVICES & PROGRAMS

We offer shelter, housing, and supportive services rooted in empowerment and harm reduction. Our culturally grounded approach promotes healing, well-being, and community strength. In partnership with others, we advocate for the health and housing rights of urban Indigenous Peoples.

Hear powerful stories from
community members

PAQ’s 20 years of History​

PAQ’s community members journey through PAQ services

PAQ’s future