La maison de l’amitié

Services: Maison de l'amitié is a community center in the Plateau whose mission is to build a healthy and dynamic community by promoting the social integration of newcomers, developing employability among those who are disadvantaged or marginalized, and developing a spirit of mutual aid.  They offer English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese classes, open to all, with a reduced rate for refugee claimants and people on social assistance. They also run three farmers' markets, and various summer activities, and have a residence for students.  In the summer, they also have short-term housing available.