Founded in 1980 in Montreal (Quebec, Canada), Info-Cult – Centre for Assistance and for the Study of Cultic Phenomena is a non-profit organization that offers help and information about groups, their ideologies and how they operate.

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With 45 years of experience, Info-Cult has developed a nuanced perspective which continues to be enriched by exchanges with numerous interlocutors.

Its staff advocate an approach and analysis that takes into account all the parameters specific to each situation.

ORIGIN OF REQUESTS

Elsewhere in Canada 12,9%

Elsewhere in Quebec 32,4%

Other countries 7,9%

United States 7,1%

France 3,8%

Unknown 15,3%

Metropolitan area 20,5%

PROFILES

Familles or
loved ones

Former members
of groups

Health professionals
or social services

Education feild

Media

Other

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TESTIMONIALS

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“Thank you very much for your time the other day. I really appreciate the time you took to speak with me… Kind regards.”

-Family member

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“I appreciate all that Info-Cult does and I’m thankful for your assistance more than a decade ago. It was a catalyst for a loved one to exit a sect. I say thank you every day.”

-Family member

3

“I have read this and other articles you’ve sent, some of which I’ve emailed to clients, who, like myself, are former cult members. Thank you for your good work! All the best.”

– Former member of a group

4

“Thanks so much for helping me and my student RAs (Research assistants) yesterday. Info-Secte is an amazing asset.”

-Professor

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-Family member

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“Thanks for the info, will use all these resources. Nice to chat with someone that has a better understanding of what someone like me has been through. Thanks again.”

-Former member of a group

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“I want to tell you that our son is now a practicing psychologist (…). You advised us (…) to stay cool because that it did not sound like he was involved with a cult, and you were right. Best wishes.”

-Family member

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-Employee of a non-profit organization