A number of groups exist to inform, support, and represent seniors in their interests and rights. There also exists support available for dealing with complaints about Quebec's health and social services.
NDG Senior Citizens Council
The NDG Senior Citizens' Council is a volunteer based, non-profit community organization with over 25 years' commitment to improving the quality of life of older people in Notre Dame de Grace and Montreal-West. We are dedicated to the respect,valueing and empowerment of seniors and support community projects.
Tel: (514) 487-1311
The Conseil des Aines is a consultative body representing the rights and interests of all Quebec seniors, advising the goverment on matters of concern to them.
Tel: 1-877-657-2463
Tel: (514) 270-8464
The Seniors' Movement of Quebec gathers and represents seniors before any authority, as well as organizing activities and programmes in response to seniors' needs, in order to reinforce their value and quality of life.
Tel: 1-800-828-3344
Comprehensive resource for seniors in Quebec. All-encompassing; lots of activities and things to do. (French)
RIAQ gathers all associations, groups and organizations interested in being accessible to seniors an important resource. Information on activities, courses, volunteer opporturnities, health and more.
Another all-encompassing seniors' resource, Quebec based. Includes a good overview of essential service links.
CPM promotes and defends the rights of the elderly and sick people.
Tel: (514) 861-5877
AQDR - Quebec Association for the Defense of Retired and Pre-Retired Peoples' Rights
This association's mission is to defend the economic, cultural, and social rights of all retired people in order to transform their living conditions.
Tel: 1-877-935-1551