Transit Secours, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free moving and storage services for families impacted by intimate partner violence, is facing challenges due to a lack of funding. With a steady demand of up to 40 requests per month, the organization has had to pause new requests for moving services and scale back its operations since June 2025.
Most of their clients, often young mothers aged 18 to 29, are in need of support to escape abusive situations. To raise awareness and gather support, Transit Secours has set up a booth at the Christmas Village in Atwater market, where they are collecting donations and signatures for a petition urging the Quebec government to provide sustainable funding for their crucial services. The initiative has already gathered nearly 2,000 signatures within the first few weeks.
As cases of femicides in Quebec continue to rise, Transit Secours is emphasizing the importance of their presence during the 12 Days of Action Against Violence Against Women, leading up to the anniversary of the 1989 Polytechnique massacre on December 6. President Anathalie Jean-Charles highlights the surge in violence during the end of the year, attributed to factors like isolation and alcohol abuse, which often lead to increased requests for assistance.
Jean-Charles stresses the critical need for supporting individuals experiencing intimate partner violence and shares impactful stories of clients who have been able to safely leave dangerous situations with the help of Transit Secours. Despite financial challenges, the organization is undergoing a transition to become Transit Secours Québec to better serve the entire province and meet the growing demand for their services.
