Montréal, December 18, 2025 – METRO is proud to announce that its 28th annual campaign in support of Centraide has reached an exceptional milestone, raising a record amount of $3,633,430, an increase of nearly 10% compared to last year. This remarkable result is the outcome of an unprecedented collective effort: $1,435,257 from employees, $1,648,173 from customers, and $550,000 contributed by the company.
This success reflects the solidarity and exemplary commitment of our teams—whether working in our offices, distribution centres, food stores, or in pharmacies affiliated with our networks—as well as the generosity of our customers," said Eric La Flèche, President and Chief Executive Officer of METRO.
The funds raised will enable Centraide to support essential initiatives aimed at improving quality of life in our communities, including helping vulnerable youth succeed, creating affordable housing, and combating isolation and poverty throughout Quebec. For example, $3.6 million funds the annual operations of 25 organizations in Montreal, directly contributing to concrete actions on the ground.
METRO wishes to acknowledge the exceptional work of the Centraide committee and its many ambassadors, whose involvement was crucial in achieving this result, and warmly thanks its customers who played an essential role in this collective success.
About METRO Inc
With annual sales of more than $22 billion, METRO Inc. is a food and pharmacy leader in Québec and Ontario, providing employment to more than 97,000 people. Its purpose is to Nourish the health and well-being of our communities. As a retailer, franchisor, distributor, manufacturer, and provider of eCommerce services, the company operates or services a network of some 1,000 food stores under several banners including Metro, Metro Plus, Super C, Food Basics, Adonis and Première Moisson, and some 640 pharmacies primarily under the Jean Coutu, Brunet, Metro Pharmacy and Food Basics Pharmacy banners. For more details, visit corpo.metro.ca and follow the latest news on LinkedIn.
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