Supporting community life and peace building in our local neighbourhood and city.

The Maison de l’amitié is a work of the Mennonite church in Montreal, and reflects the following principles:
We are called …

· To be a community of reconciliation and mutual service, where those seeking and those giving help all find healing and wholeness;
· To be peacemakers, working non-violently for justice in our community.

Mennonites have been part of many immigration waves during the past century and have been given the opportunity to thrive in Canada and contribute to its society. The House of Frienship/Maison de l’amitié (MA) carries on this tradition of caring for one another in an environment that addresses both the physical and spiritual needs of newcomers.

Community and Peace building programs

Peace building program
A yearly Peace Festival is organized in our local neighbourhood and we participate in the local peace network.
Goals and objectives (available only in french)

Greening Duluth Project
See details on document        Web site of the project

Community-building activities
Community meals, special events, organized outings and activities draw people out of isolation and rebuild personal support networks.
See details on Activities

Community service student residence
Near Montreal’s four major universities, it offers lodging in a community living and peace church context. There will also be opportunities for volunteering with Maison de l'amitié programs.
See details on Student residence

Community space
We offer low cost rental (or free) community space to local residents, groups and community organizations for meetings or events.

Support programs for persons seeking asylum

Pastoral Refugee Support Network
This program is develops a support network for communities of faith where many of the members struggle with having been suddenly uprooted and having experienced organized violence or torture.
Next meeting : October, 8th 2008

Skills acquisition
Second language classes, on the job training and volunteer experience are all available at MA.