A $200,000 donation from BMO

The Véro & Louis Foundation is very pleased to announce that BMO, a loyal partner since 2018, is renewing its financial support by confirming a donation of $200,000 over three years. With this announcement and the amount granted since the beginning of our partnership, BMO's financial contribution totals $350,000. This generous donation will support the Foundation in its mission to build long-term living environments adapted for adults with autism over the age of 21, and in particular for the construction of the next Véro & Louis Home in Victoriaville.

In a context where resources for people with autism are insufficient after the age of 21, BMO's involvement makes a real difference in the lives of these adults with special needs and their families. The Véro & Louis Foundation, which has created a unique and innovative housing model offering residents a tailor-made environment with specialized staff who support them on a daily basis to develop their potential and independence, can now look forward to replicating its winning concept with a promising vision for the future. 

 This year, our Varennes house expanded to welcome four new residents and offer new living and working spaces. Our innovative housing model will grow in 2026 with the start of construction on the Victoriaville house. The St-Jérôme home remains actively under development, and discussions have begun with the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean and Outaouais regions. We look forward to meeting the needs of adults with autism across Quebec and bringing peace of mind to families.

"The Véro & Louis Foundation's leadership in inclusion and respect for difference is unique in Quebec and Canada. Naturally, we at BMO are very proud to be involved in the development of the Maisons Véro & Louis. Their mission and values are fully aligned with our purpose of having the courage to make a difference in life, as well as in business," said Nancy Cyr, Vice President and Market Head, BMO Private Client Group.

 "We are honored to be able to count on BMO's support for the next three years. We are deeply touched by the trust they have placed in us since the beginning of our partnership in 2018. It is thanks to such generous and committed partners that the Foundation can one day hope to build a Maison Véro & Louis in each of Quebec's administrative regions," said Katty Taillon, Executive Director of the Véro & Louis Foundation.

Picture : From left to right: Louis Morissette, co-founder of the Véro & Louis Foundation; Sonya Gaumond, Senior Private Banker, BMO Private Banking; Nancy Cyr, Vice President and Market Head, BMO Private Banking; Katty Taillon, Executive Director of the Véro & Louis Foundation; Daniel Jarry, Senior Director, Operations and Community Support – Office of the President, Quebec City.