Soutien Direct International is proud to announce a $15,000 contribution from the Société des Missions Étrangères du Québec to strengthen its humanitarian efforts on behalf of Cuban families. This significant contribution will enable our team to provide direct food assistance to a greater number of families living in a situation of extreme […]
June 30, 2026, will remain a memorable day for Soutien Direct International. It underscores the recognition of our humanitarian mission in Cuba and the impact we are privileged to have on the most vulnerable families. This is a significant acknowledgment from the Canadian Embassy in Cuba. Given the current situation in Cuba, the embassy […]
François Marotte, founder of Soutien Direct International, had the honor of appearing on the program *Tout terrain*, hosted by Manon Globensky on Radio-Canada. He kicked off the series “Les lauréats de l’ombre” (The Unsung Heroes), which spotlights lesser-known but essential figures. During the interview, he discussed the situation in Cuba, […]
Despite crises, cultural differences, and the thousands of miles that separate people, certain gestures still manage to forge deep human connections. This is exactly what the “Joy Without Borders” project achieved—a heartwarming initiative conceived between Quebec and Cuba. Since Soutien Direct International is directly on the ground in […]
Since March 2026, Soutien Direct International has been carrying out a direct humanitarian mission in Cuba to support families living in conditions of severe hardship, primarily in several areas of Havana. After three months of operations on the ground, we wanted to take a moment to provide an update on this humanitarian initiative […]
As of Monday, June 1, we have raised $625 in donations for this campaign. For several months now, the energy situation in Cuba has continued to deteriorate. In Havana, prolonged power outages are now affecting every aspect of daily life, including humanitarian operations carried out directly on the ground. Faced with this […]
On May 25, 2026, François Marotte, founder of Soutien Direct International, appeared on Radio-Canada’s Midi info program with Alec Castonguay to discuss the current situation in Cuba and the human realities observed on the ground by the organization. The interview focused in particular on the growing difficulties currently faced by a significant portion […]
Since we launched our humanitarian operations in Cuba, our mission has always been guided by a simple goal: to provide concrete, compassionate, and direct assistance to families living in extremely precarious conditions. Over the past few months, our efforts have focused primarily on Havana, where the situation remains extremely […]
Launched in April by Soutien Direct International in response to the rapidly changing situation in Cuba, the Program to Document Living Conditions in Havana aims to collect, organize, and analyze data directly in the field, among families living in precarious conditions. This program arose from a clear observation: the […]
When people talk about the crisis in Cuba, they almost always think of food. Yet water is an equally critical issue—often less visible, but deeply embedded in the daily lives of residents. In Havana, access to water depends not only on its availability, but also on its ability to flow. The system […]
Two weeks ago, the Radio-Canada team contacted us to come and see our work on the ground in Havana, alongside our team of volunteers. This report documents our efforts and the impact of our work, made possible thanks to the generosity of our donors. We invite you […]
In a recent Radio-Canada article, Yuni shares her perspective on life in Cuba. Living in Havana, she has firsthand experience of what families go through on a daily basis: power outages, difficulties accessing essential resources, and constant uncertainty. Her account is simple, human, and candid. Through this article, […]
In a recent radio report by Yannick Dumont-Baron for Radio-Canada, our work on the ground is highlighted through an immersive experience in Havana. The report explores both our concrete actions and the daily reality of the families we meet. Between the challenges of accessing food, power outages, and […]
Since February, Soutien Direct International has been active on the ground in Havana with a clear mission: to provide concrete, direct, and compassionate assistance to families living in precarious circumstances. In less than two months, the results are already evident: we are now supporting more than 125 families. This figure reflects a […]
At Soutien Direct International, we have made a clear choice: to step in where the need is most urgent. Today, that place is Havana. According to recent economic data, Cuba is in the midst of a deep crisis. The country has one of the lowest per capita GDPs in Latin America, severely limiting families’ ability to […]
