Humanitarian activities

The ACDQ encourages its members to become involved in humanitarian activities in their community and supports them in these endeavours. That is why it calls on them to provide free care to Auberges du cœur residents, young people without access to public or private dental care as a result of their living conditions.

The Auberges du cœur are community organizations that provide accommodation to young people aged 12 to 35 who are in difficult situations. The 31 hostels located in 10 different regions of Quebec offer a place to stay and assistance from qualified personnel 365 days a year. In addition to receiving food and board, the young people receive training in civics and managing daily life. They are also prepared for their return to family life or living in their own home, receive information, orientation and referrals, and participate in activities designed to encourage them to go back to school or enter the job market. For over 40 years, these youth hostels have helped rebuild lives. But to do so, they need generous donors.

Since its launch, our partnership has allowed 481 young people to receive dental care at an estimated value of nearly $400,000. These results should be a point of pride for all those who have helped one of these patients at their clinic at some point. Thank you to all of our generous dentists who participated in the program.