Day Centre

A volunteer with Dans la rue since 2018, Sophie has consistently shown dedication and kindness. Whether in the kitchen or helping young people find employment, she embodies the power of community bonds and long-term commitment.

A law student and volunteer at Dans la rue, Aly provides young people with their first point of contact with the legal system. Through her attentiveness, thoroughness, and ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms, she helps make justice more accessible to people in vulnerable situations.

On Easter Sunday, staff and young people in need were able to share a special moment over a meal prepared with care.

Discover Emmett-Johns School, an alternative classroom at the Day Centre where youth regain confidence, learn at their own pace, and rebuild hope for their future.

États d’encre is a collective poetry collection created by students from Emmett Johns School. Through poems, short stories, and songs, these young voices share their emotions, struggles, and hopes in a deeply human artistic project.

Discover the art room at Dans la rue, an inclusive space where young people explore their creativity through various artistic workshops and inspiring projects.

The 2025 Ani-Bon Award was presented by the Association des médecins vétérinaires du Québec to Dans la rue’s veterinary outreach clinic, a joint initiative with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the Université de Montréal.

Isabelle: a liaison and support counsellor who directs young people to key resources

Olivier an activities counsellor who helps young people reconnect with their bodies

Our virtual tours now make it possible for you to explore the Day Centre and the Bunker as if you were right there on site.

We recently organized a kayaking trip to give the youth we serve the chance to get out of the city, fill up on fresh air and make the most of summer.

A wide range of activities are offered here at Dans la rue for youth experiencing homelessness. From sports and other active endeavours to those of a more artistic or introspective nature, there’s something to inspire everyone. And as our counsellors can attest, the physical and psychological rewards are manifold.