Mission Statement
Parrainage Civique de la Banlieue Ouest de Montréal, known in English as West Island Citizen Advocacy, exists to support and defend the rights of vulnerable or disadvantaged people in the community. The organization’s mission is to improve the quality of life for these individuals by matching them with committed volunteers who provide companionship, advocacy, and support.

Geographic Focus
This organization operates in the West Island area of Montreal, focusing its activities in communities such as Pointe-Claire, Lachine, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Pierrefonds-Roxboro, Beaconsfield, Baie-D’Urfé, Dorval, Kirkland, L’Île-Bizard–Sainte-Geneviève, and Dollard-des-Ormeaux. Its work targets local residents, providing services in both French and English without national or international reach.

Program Highlights
The charity offers several key programs. It pairs vulnerable adults, including those living with disabilities or mental health issues, with carefully selected volunteers for friendship and practical support. Programs include community housing for people living with long-term mental health challenges, an arts initiative fostering creativity among participants with unique challenges, and seniors’ outreach to prevent abuse and isolation. Other services are volunteer training, legal and advocacy support for seniors, a tablet lending program, and special youth engagement and art projects.