RELUXE
RELUXE is a solidarity project that combines fashion and philanthropy to support le Chaînon and women in need through the resale of luxury clothing and accessories.
RELUXE POP-UP
RELUXE is an ephemeral boutique offering a selection of high-end pieces from big names such as Chanel, Prada, Gucci, Michael Kors, as well as several creations from our Quebec designers. From April 28th to 30th, come store for luxury clothes at low prices and for a good cause.
Date : april 28th to 30th
Location: WIP – 3487 Boulevard Saint-Laurent Montréal, QC H2X 2T6
To reserve your place : click here
CHARITY EVENING
To celebrate the RELUXE pop-up, a charity event will take place on April 27, 2023 offering the opportunity to access the pop-up rooms during a VIP cocktail.
Date : april 27th
Location: WIP – 3487 Boulevard Saint-Laurent Montréal, QC H2X 2T6
To reserve your place : click here
Benefits from the evening and pop-up sales will be donated directly to the organization Le Chaînon.
Some figures (2021-2022):
- 850 women in need assisted
- 48 years old is the average age of the residents
- 1 out of 3 women who have attended our services have experienced domestic violence.
- More than 60% of the residents live with a mental health issue and 58% live with a physical health issue.
- 50% come from Montreal and its surroundings. The others come from other regions of Canada and abroad.
- 10% are recent immigrants or have refugee status.
- 30% who arrive at Le Chaînon have no income.
- 957 per month is the average income of residents
- 40% of women are experiencing recurring homelessness upon arrival at Le Chaînon.
- Over 40% have children who are not with them during their stay.
- Just over 4,000 requests for housing were refused last year due to lack of space. (Women are then referred to other resources)
Other data:
- 561 loyal and dedicated volunteers
- 165 employees
- 76,500+ meals served
- 37% of the funding comes from Le Chaînon store
- 20% of the budget goes to administration
