Events
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Montreal 2025 Blanket Project
Year long culminating May 10, 2025
Location: Esplanade Place VilleMarie Square
Motréal, QC
H3B 2B6
Delivery Deadline: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Delivery Deadline: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
We are excited to participate in the Montreal 2025 Blanket Project, making its North American debut thanks to our new member, Nori Bortoluzzi Churchill-Smith. This initiative aims to raise awareness about violence against women through a community art installation. Volunteers will knit and crochet 50 x 50 cm squares that will be assembled into blankets and displayed on May 10, 2025, at Esplanade Place Ville Marie. On this day, visitors can select the blanket(s) of their choice in exchange for a donation, with proceeds going directly to Auberge Shalom, Fondation Le Chaînon, along with our federates, Chez Doris and the Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal. We encourage all knitters and crocheters, from beginners to experts, to join us. Let's form knitting groups to support each other and contribute to this meaningful cause! This presents a significant opportunity for our city to make a meaningful contribution to the global fight against gender-based violence.
Inspiration
Montreal 2025 Blanket Project involves adorning public spaces with knitted and crocheted blankets, symbolizing a powerful stance against gender-based violence. What sets this initiative apart is its dual impact: beyond its visual representation, these blankets serve as a means of fundraising. The proceeds are directed to support programs aiding women in anti-violence centers, amplifying the project's impact beyond its visual presence.
JOIN THE CAUSE – Volunteers needed!
The project is looking for volunteers to knit and crochet 50 cm x 50 cm squares, and 4 of these squares will be assembled to form blankets measuring 100cm x 100 cm. Funds are raised by making a donation for blankets and proceeds go to support programs aiding women in anti-violence centers. Your support would play a crucial role in ensuring the success of the Montreal 2025 Blanket Project and making a tangible difference in the lives of women in our community. Together we can create change! We would be honored to have members and federates of the Montreal Council of Women involved. If your organization can engage members to contribute or would like to explore other ways to participate, please contact Nori Bortoluzzi by phone at (514) 825-0005 or .
