Pearl Eliadis on Delays in Second-Stage Shelters | Le Devoir

November 24, 2025 | Le Devoir reported on a study co-authored by Pearl Eliadis, which examines Quebec's slow progress in delivering second-stage shelters for women fleeing violence. The study shows that Quebec is behind its 2021 commitments, with fewer units built than planned and many still under construction. Eliadis cautioned that these delays have significant consequences for women's safety and housing stability. She noted that second-stage shelters substantially reduce the likelihood of returning to an abusive partner and offer long-term support that first-stage shelters cannot provide. The study emphasized the importance of expanding second-stage housing and ensuring sufficient resources to support it.