The Maison Uashteu: An inspiring initiative for food security – FNQLEDC

Mar 17, 2025

In a social and economic context where food security is a crucial issue, community initiatives stand out due to their engagement and impact.

Today, we present an initiative that is flourishing among the First Nations and Inuit in Mashteuiatsh: The Maison Uashteu.

An organization at the heart of solidarity

Founded in 2020, the Maison Uashteu is a non-profit organization (NPO) that plays a vital role in supporting and helping the community. It was born out of an urgent need: to continue providing the services formerly offered by the Nimilupan Nitshinatsh cooperative and to develop a social economy component. Since then, it has become a true pillar of solidarity, offering concrete solutions to the challenges of poverty and social exclusion.

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