One in Five Renters Struggles to Pay Their Rent

One in five renters in Quebec is struggling to pay their rent, according to a recent Léger survey commissioned by the organization Vivre en Ville.

Across Québec, this represents more than 700,000 people.

💬 “These figures are a wake-up call… this is no longer an isolated crisis; it is a social emergency hitting Québec head-on,” says Christian Savard, Executive Director of Vivre en Ville.

While the study shows that workers aged 35–54 are themselves facing difficulties paying rent, a significant number of people aged 55 and over report being in the same situation. This struggle to make ends meet is a key indicator of risks related to poverty, rising housing costs, and the loss of independence that can lead to homelessness.

With the support of its donors, Toit à Moi is working to combat poverty by making more housing affordable, faster so people can live and age in safety and dignity. 🏠