Living Alone in Montreal? A Daily Check-in Keeps You Safe

Montreal's vibrant independence culture means many live alone. A free daily check-in gives your loved ones peace of mind — especially through brutal winters.

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I'm Alive app showing the I'm Okay check-in button

The Problem

Sound familiar? You're not alone.

Living alone in Montreal with family far away

No one would notice for days if something went wrong

No reliable way to know if something's wrong without constant checking

How I'm Alive Solves This

A simple solution that actually works.

One-tap daily check-in takes seconds from their routine

You're notified instantly only when they miss their check-in

Works on any smartphone—no special hardware needed

Why This Works for You

Montreal has the highest proportion of people living alone among major Canadian cities
Harsh winters with heavy snowfall, ice storms, and extreme cold increase isolation risks
Large student population at McGill, Concordia, UdeM, and UQAM living alone for the first time
Works in English and requires only one tap — language is never a barrier

How It Works

Three simple steps.

Set Your Time

Choose when to check in each day

Tap I'm Okay

One tap confirms you're safe

Auto-Alert

Miss a check-in? Contact is notified

Features

One-Tap Check-In

Large, easy button - done in seconds

Customizable Schedule

Set your perfect check-in time

Smart Alerts

Escalating notifications if you miss

Check-In Notes

Add context like 'Going hiking today'

History Tracking

See all your past check-ins

Free to Start

Core safety features always free

Frequently Asked Questions

I'm a student at McGill living alone off-campus.

Set up a parent or friend as your emergency contact. One tap a day gives them peace of mind. No daily phone calls needed — just quiet confirmation you're safe.

My father lives alone in Laval after my mother passed.

He checks in once a day with one tap. If he misses it, you receive escalating alerts. The app gives him independence while keeping you informed.

Montreal ice storms can knock out power for days.

If a storm prevents check-in, your contact is alerted — which is exactly when you'd want someone checking on you. The app works as long as the phone has battery and brief connectivity.

Is this available in French?

The app interface is in English, but it requires only one tap to check in — no reading needed. Notifications to your emergency contact are clear and simple.