Guylaine Tremblay outraged by homelessness: “I couldn’t believe that children were sleeping in the wind in Quebec”

Outraged to learn that there was homelessness among young people in Quebec, the famous actress Guylaine Tremblay did not hesitate to become the ambassador of the Dauphine Foundation’s benefit show eight years ago.

The sixth Open House will be presented on Tuesday, November 19 at the Palais Montcalm, starring Martin Fontaine, Guylaine Tanguay, Geneviève Leclerc and Jean Ravel.

On stage, the singers will be surrounded by five musicians, four backing vocalists and a vocal ensemble of 25 people.

“My friend Richard Aubé, who is an actor and director of the show, told me about Maison Dauphine which helped young people on the street in Quebec. I couldn’t believe that children were sleeping in the wind, having lived in the city from the age of 7 to 29,” she said.

“So I agreed to get involved. If my children slept outside tonight, it would be the worst tragedy that could happen to me,” she added.

Surprised spectators

She also laughed heartily when it was pointed out to her that she showed a verve similar to that of her famous character in The little life.

“I don’t think Caro would accept this situation either. If that side is in me, so much the better. We must be outraged and act when something does not make sense,” she insisted.

She would dream that the Palais Montcalm would one day become too small for the show.

“I know people buy their tickets because it’s for a good cause. They often tell me afterwards that they didn’t expect something so spectacular, so good, with such talented artists. Each time, it ends with a huge standing ovation, people can’t believe it. And tickets start at $48,” underlines the one who will be at the event again.

Ice Project

Maison Dauphine, which annually helps more than 1,000 young people aged 12 to 35 in difficulty or experiencing homelessness, wants to build 27 transitional housing units next year.

“We have the money for the building, but not for the operation. There is bickering with governments and it needs to be resolved. Meanwhile, young people are suffering in the street,” laments the actress.

She reminds that by dialing 41010 and typing Dauphine, a $20 donation will be sent to the organization.

“I’m not good with phones and I did this. It’s simple and secure, no need to enter your credit card number, it will go to the phone account. “A $20 doesn’t change our lives over the course of a year, but it can help a young person in difficulty,” concluded Guylaine Tremblay.

Tickets for L’Open House are available at www.palaismontcalm.ca.