Care Options
- Students with Quebec Health Insurance (RAMQ)
- Students with International or Out of Province Insurance
- Learn more about Health Insurance
- Explore more care options
Students with Quebec Health Insurance (RAMQ)
Students with a Quebec health card (RAMQ, Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec) can use the following links to find an appointment with a doctor.
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Student Wellness Hub Book appointments with a GP or nurse, and other mental and physical health professionals.
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Rendez-vous Santé Québec (RVSQ): Find walk-in doctor's appointments near you in Quebec. This service is free.
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Medical consultations on the same or next day: Enter your postal code to find clinics near you in Quebec. This service is free.
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Bonjour Santé: Find walk-in doctor appointments near you within 24 hours in Quebec. Fees apply.
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Info-Santé Dial 811 to speak to a nurse 24/7.
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CLSC Health and social services are available at local community centres. You can find your local CLSC by searching your postal code.
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Many medical services such as ear lavage, blood tests, and vaccinations can be booked online using the Clic Santé portal.
Students with International or Out of Province Insurance
Students with out-of-province or International health care can use the following links to find an appointment with a doctor. For off-campus resources, students will have to pay upfront for an appointment, but can submit their receipts for reimbursements.
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Student Wellness Hub Book appointments with a GP or nurse.
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Finding a resource offering medical consultation on the same or next day: Virtual and in-person appointments.
Scroll down on "If you do not have a family doctor, or if your family doctor is not available."
Enter your postal code and call a clinic near you to check if they can see you. Be sure to ask about fees and if they accept your insurance. -
Info-Santé Dial 811 to speak to a nurse 24/7.
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Many medical services such as ear lavage, blood tests, and vaccinations can be booked online using the Clic Santé portal.
- See the More Physical Health Resources tab for a list of Local Medical Clinics (pay upfront) and other resources.
Health Insurance
Students at McGill are required to have health insurance coverage. Follow the above link to learn more about the insurance coverage you have.
Care options
Vaccinations
| Resource name | Notes |
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| Clic Santé portal | Can help you navigate all vaccination sites |
| Vaccines411.ca | Provides all locations providing vaccine services in your area (clinics, pharmacies). |
| Local Pharmacies (Pharmaprix, Jean Coutu, Uniprix) | Services vary by pharmacy and location. Will have associated injection fees and you may have to pay for the vaccines. |
| Local CLSC | Services vary by location. Free services for RAMQ holders. OOP and BX may have to pay fees. |
| Integrated STBBI Screening and Prevention Services (SIDEP+) | HPV, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccination for men who have sex with men and people identifying as transgender. Call 514-527-9565 extension 1480 to speak with the receptionist and schedule an appointment |
Ear Cleaning
| Clinic | Notes |
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| Familiprix |
Book online for in person appointment for ear cleaning (due to ear wax buildup). Service varies by location. Will not assess ear pain or ear infections – consult NP or MD in these cases |
| Brunet |
Book online for in person appointment for ear cleaning (due to ear wax buildup). Service varies by location. Will not assess severe ear pain or ear infections – consult NP or MD in these cases |
| Clic Santé | Book online for an in-person ear lavage. Service varies by location |
| Jean Coutu | Book online for an in-person ear lavage. Service varies by location |
Abortion Services
| Name of Service | Phone Number | Address | Hours of Operation |
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| Montreal Abortion Appointment Center | 514-380-8299 | Visit the Montreal Abortion Appointment Center website for details. | |
| Clinique Médicale Femina | (514) 843-7904 | 1265, rue Berri, Room 430 | Mon - Fri: 8am -5pm |
| Morgentaler Clinic | (514) 844-4844 |
8560 rue St-Hubert |
Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm |
| Centre de Santé des Femmes de Montréal (Women's Centre of Montréal) | (514) 270-6114 | 3401 De Lorimier | Mon - Fri: 8:30am - 4:30 (closed 12pm - 1pm) |
| Clinique Médicale de L’Alternative | (514) 281-9848 | 2034, Rue St-Hubert | Mon - Thur: 8:30am - 5pm Fri: 8:30am - 4pm |
Local Medical Clinics
| Clinics | Address | Phone Number | Hours of Operation | Insurance Info & Costs | Other Notes |
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| Santé Mont Royal – Urgent Medical Clinic |
4480 Chemin de la Côte-de-Liesse Suite 110 Ville Mont-Royal, QC, H4N 2R1 Entrance on 2435 Rue Manella |
514 819 6649 | Open at 8 a.m. Mon- Fri |
Services covered by RAMQ. Fees for OOP and Blue Cross GMF - urgent care, family medicine and specialist appointments available |
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| Clinique Médicale en Route | 150 rue Ste-Catherine O, Level 4, Tour Hilton, C.P.65 | (514) 312-7777 | 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
Fees for Blue Cross, may be fees for RAMQ and OOP Nurse available for blood work (price varies). Specialist available: BX students would need to see GP at the clinic prior and have a referral from in-clinic GP, RAMQ students are accepted with referral from any GP out of clinic only. Cancellation fees applicable. |
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| Rockland MD | 100 Chemin Rockland, Suite 500, 1538 Sherbrooke West | 514-667-3383 | Mon-Fri: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
Fees for RAMQ, OOP and Blue Cross Private clinic – fees to open file, and for the consultation. Additional fees for testing. |
Telehealth and in-person appointments |
| Cloud Med |
Two locations: 4060 Sainte-Catherine Street West, Suite 405 210 Rue Des Seigneurs |
(438) 943 0909 |
Mon - Fri: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Schedule an appointment online or call |
Fees for RAMQ, OOP and Blue Cross Book online or call 438-943-0909 |
Private laboratory services at both locations, to know the fees, students can email their requisitions to info [at] cloudmed.ca or call us at 438-943-0909. If a requisition is needed, they would first have to consult one of our physicians. More exciting news, we have Dr. Miresco, a psychiatrist who works virtually on Wednesdays from 10am to 12pm. The consultation fee is 599$ - the same cost for an ADHD assessment. For more information or to book an appointment, students can contact us at 438-943-0909. We have a private gynecologist, Dr. Karen Buzaglo at a consultation rate of $319 , no referrals necessary. For more information or to book an appointment, students can contact us at 438-943-0909. |
| Clinique Union MD | Several locations | (514) 400 3291 |
Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
Fees for RAMQ, OOP and Blue Cross Fees listed on website |
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| Queen Elizabeth Health Complex | 2100 Avenue de Marlowe, room 102 | (514) 485-5013 |
Call ahead to make an appointment 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day |
Fees for international students (Blue Cross) may be reimbursed by health insurance. May be additional fees for materials (e.g. cast or stitches) |
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| Centre Médicale Décelles | 6900 ave Decarie, suite M150 | (514) 739-7771 |
Mon - Fri: |
Blue Cross is NOT accepted. Pay and get reimbursed. |
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| Cura Santé | 5515 rue St-Jacques, Suite 106 | (514) 824-2872 |
Call for an appointment at 5pm or 5:30pm Monday to Friday evenings. Mon - Fri: 8am - 3:30pm |
If a student shows their valid non-Quebec provincial healthcare card, they will be charged the RAMQ rate (debit, credit or cash). International/Blue Cross: $170.00 for each visit(debit, credit or cash). Payment is taken immediately and then can be sent to insurance for reimbursement. |
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| Clinique MDCM-Stat Clinic (Pap Test) | 5515 rue St-Jacques, Suite 100 | (514) 484-0999 | By appointment on Friday evenings and weekends |
If a student shows their valid non-Quebec provincial healthcare card, they will be charged the RAMQ rate (debit, credit or cash). Blue Cross: $170.00 for all visits (debit, credit or cash). Payment is taken immediately and then can be sent to insurance for reimbursement. |
Female General Practitioner (GP) |
| Medical Westmount | 1, Westmount Square, Tower 1, Suite C-180 | (514) 934-2334 | Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm Sat, Sun & Holidays: 9am - 5pm |
Out-of-Province: $125 International/Blue Cross: $200 |
Call ahead for appt – Suite C-180 Family Medicine – Suite 550 Specialty Consults – Suite 550 Wellness Centre – Suite C-230 Free parking indoors for 3 hours (Ste. Catherine) |
| Promed | 1250 rue Mansfield, 3rd floor, corner of St-Catherine | (514) 845-1800 |
Call ahead for an appointment Mon - Fri: 8am - 4pm |
Out-of-Province: $80, Must bring photo ID and provincial health card International/Blue Cross: $140 (cash only) |
Bring Student ID |
| Crea-Med | 2055 rue Mansfield | (514) 345-1356 |
Mon - Thurs: 8am - 5pm, |
A private family medical clinic, you must call to make an appointment.
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| Centre Médicale Metro-Medic | 2020 blvd Robert Bourassa, suite 1920 | (514) 932-2122 |
Mon - Fri: 8am - 8pm |
Out-of-Province: $100 International/Blue Cross: $170 (Payment by Visa/Mastercard/Cash & Student I.D. required) |
Call ahead for an appointment |
| Vendome Medical Centre | 5175 de Maisonneuve West, Suite 100 | (514) 484-8162 | Tues - Fri: 12:30pm - 8pm |
Out-of-Province: $40-$100 International/Blue Cross: $80-200 |
Call ahead for an appointment. Must be registered at least two hours before closing time |
| Head and Hands | 3465 ave Benny | (514) 481-0277 |
General opening hours: |
A clinic for marginalized youth and youth without healthcare. |
Not doing drop-ins, by appointment only. Please health [at] headandhands.ca (email them) to make an appointment. |
| McGill Sport Medicine | 475 Pine Avenue West | (514) 398-7007 | Mon - Fri: 8am - 8pm |
N/A |
By appointment only. |
Sexual Wellness
| Name of Service | Description | Phone Number | Address | Hours of Operation |
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| Head & Hands | Free and confidential medical services, including STI testing, to young adults aged 12-25, regardless of orientation, gender, or insurance status. | (514) 481-0277 | 3465 ave Benny | Call ahead to find out when the next clinic is |
| Clinique Médicale L’Actuel | Specializing in sexual health, this clinic has a wide range of services for those who may be at-risk. There is (non-)emergency STI testing, post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), quick-HIV testing (10 minutes), hepatitis clinics, and opioid replacement therapies (methadone and suboxone). | (514) 524-1001 | 1001, boul. de Maisonneuve East, Room 1130 | Mon - Thur: 8am - 9pm Fri: 8am - 4pm Sat & Sun: 8am - 12pm, for emergencies only. |
| Clinique Médicale de L’Alternative | This clinic offers STI and HIV testing, contraception prescriptions such as for the Pill, Plan B, or Depo-Provera, vasectomies, and abortions by drop-in and appointment. | (514) 281-9848 | 2034, Rue St-Hubert | Mon - Thur: 8:30am - 5pm Fri: 8:30am - 4pm |
| Quorum | A family medicine clinic with expertise in HIV, STIs, and hepatitis care. By appointment only. Website is only available in French. | (514)-360-0614 | 800 Boul. de Maisonneuve Est suite RC-1 | By appointment |
| Jewish General Hospital - Infectious Diseases and STI Clinic | The JGH Division of Infectious Diseases is responsible for clinical activities, teaching, research, and clinical lab-related activities as they relate to a range of infectious diseases. It is a drop-in clinic and appointments are not mandatory. However, a hospital card is required for an appointment, which can be obtained in Pavilion E, Room 0014, near the Légaré Street entrance. | (514) 340-8230 | 3755 Côte-Sainte-Catherine Road, Pavilion E, Room E-0064 | Mon - Fri: 7:30am - 10:30am |
| PRELIB | Self testing center. During the COVID-19 pandemic, online medical services and electronic medical consultation fees are being waived. There may be fees for online consultation, as well as additional fees for testing or sample transport. Some fees are waived for youth aged 15-20. | info [at] prelib.com | 1485 rue Saint-Hubert |
Mon - Fri: 7am-8pm Sat: 9am-1pm |
| St Mary's Family Medicine Centre Youth Clinic |
Offers appointments to people 25 years and under for services including STI testing. No drop in appointments. |
(514)-734-7405 | 3777 Jean Brillant | Tuesdays 2-6 pm, by appointment |
| CIUSSS West-Central Montreal SIDEP Clinic - CLSC Métro |
Clinic offering sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) screening services for those who fall into one of the following criteria groups:
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514-934-0505 ext. 7399 | 1801 de Maisonneuve West | By appointment only |
| Integrated STBBI Screening and Prevention Services (SIDEP+) |
Free anonymous access to services for cis and trans men who are gay, bisexual, or have sex with men |
514-527-9565 Fax. 514-527-3134 |
1705 Rue de la Visitation, Montréal, QC H2L 3C3 | Mon & Wed: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tues & Thu: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Fri & Sat: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| L'Actuel sur Rue |
Offers drop-in services. Free, Confidential Rapid/standard HIV screening, standard syphilis test, Vaccination Hepatitis A and/or B. Access to sexual health care and appointments with specialized physicians. One-on-one prevention, information or sex education |
(514)524-3919 | 1359, rue Ste-Catherine Est, Mtl, QC, H2L 2H7 |
Mon, Tues, Sat: 12pm-4pm Thurs - Fri: 12pm - 6pm |
| Go Freddie | Online |
ONLINE services for PreP. Speak with an affirming clinician for blood tests prior to starting the medication, PreP prescriptions and medication delivery 90% of patients will receive PreP for free |
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| Julius MD | PrEP prescribed online, delivered to your door. By LGBTQ+ specialized clinicians. |
Gender-Affirming Care
| CLINIC NAME | CONTACT | NOTES |
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| TRRAMM Directory: Resources for trans people by trans people in Montreal | ||
| ELNA Clinique A | 407 rue McGill, 9 ième étage H2Y 2G3 514-787-0055 |
Transgender health clinic/prescriptions/follow-up with Dr Landry (Private MD) available. Out of Pocket payment. |
| Centre Metropolitain de Chirurgie |
Weekdays- 8am to 6pm Weekends Closed 514 288‑2097 |
Private hospital centre specializing in plastic and gender affirming surgeries. Need to be 18 years old or above to undergo gender affirming surgeries. Feminizing surgeries may be considered cosmetic and not be reimbursed by some health insurance programs. A referral is required. |
| La Clinique D’Endocrinologie de Montreal |
1029 rue St-Denis, 2nd floor, Montreal, QC, H2X 3H9
Weekdays: 9am to 5pm Weekend: Closed (514) 866-3681 |
Referral from a doctor who practices in Quebec is required. If one does not have a family doctor, a consultation request from a walk-in clinic will also be sufficient. RAMQ is accepted directly, and other private insurance can be reimbursed. |
| List of Trans-Affirming Private Clinicians (members of WPATH) |
IUD Prescription and Insertion
Students may have an IUD consult with a nurse or doctor at the Student Wellness Hub . STI testing and a prescription will be provided. Students can then call any of the following clinics to access a physician for the insertion procedure.
Students should bring their recent STI results and IUD with them to this appointment.
Some clinics may provide the consultation (i.e. a first visit for information, testing and IUD prescription) and then book another appointment for insertion. Other clinics may accept insertion for patients who have gotten an IUD prescribed by another physician. Both appointments may have a cost associated with the patient.
OOP: Out-of-Province BX: Students covered by Blue Cross
RAMQ: Quebec Provincial Health Insurance
| Clinic Name | Notes | Cost* - Insertion only |
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ELNA Medical Decarie Monday 8:30am-5pm and Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm 514-473-5224 |
Referral required. | Covered by RAMQ. |
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Clinique Ella 500 5300, Côte-des-Neiges (Bureau 500) |
May be fees for RAMQ. Fees for OOP and Blue Cross. | |
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Clinique A 407 rue McGill, 9ième étage H2Y 2G3 514-787-0055 |
Can provide prescription and insertion or insertion only.
Wait times are approximately 1 month. Must have STI screening within 3 months ( fees for STI screening is 125$).
Opened during red zone times. |
OOP: $80 BX: $250
For none RAMQ members STI screening will cost 125$
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Clinique Morgentaler 8560 Rue St-Hubert 514-844-4844 |
Can provide prescription and insertion or insertion only.
Wait times are approximately 1 month. Follow up 4-6 weeks post insertion (47$). STI screening in the last 6 months otherwise cost is approx. 31$. |
OOP: $96.40 BX: $96.40 100.20$
RAMQ: only pay for the purchase of the IUD |
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Clinique Médicale l’Envolée 5025, rue de Salaberry, H4J 1J1 514-331-2323 |
Can provide prescription and insertion or insertion only.
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OOP: $150 BX: $150 |
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Clinique Médicale Metro Medic 1538 Sherbrooke St W, H3G 1L5 514-932-2122 |
Need gynecologist referral + prescription (ideally). Can provide prescription and insertion or insertion only.
Students can call or go online to make appointments. Wait times are variable.
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OOP: $100 BX: $200
RAMQ: covered
If there insurance covers there is no upfront price. Otherwise about 200$ for initial gynecologist exam followed by a second appointment for insertion. MD bills for IUD – they couldn’t give exact pricing.
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Clinique Médicale 1851 1581 rue Sherbrooke Est, suite 101 H2K 4L5 514-524-7564 |
Can provide prescription and insertion or insertion only.
No IUD insertion at this time.
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OOP: $100 BX: $140 |
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Clinique médicale Fémina 1265, rue Berri, bureau 430 H2L 4X4 514-843-7904 |
No new clients for consultation.
Insertion services only.
Schedule appointments on Fridays and wait time for next availability is approximately 2 weeks from time of call.
Students must come with the IUD. |
OOP: $180, OHIP free BX: $180
IUD app $150 |
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CLSC LaSalle Clinique de planning et santé sexuelle 8550 Newman, Lasalle, H8N 1Y5 514-364-2572 |
Up to 25 years old.
Can provide prescription and insertion or insertion only.
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OOP: $240 cash only BX: $240, cash only
NO ANSWER |
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CLSC Benny Farm 6484 Monkland Ave, H4B 1H3 514-484-7878 |
Does not do IUD insertion.
Youth clinic will accept for STI and B.C but they need to be 24 years and under and have RAMQ.
You can only schedule a GP appointment if you already have a GP at the clinic.
You can be seen with a nurse but you need to be RAMQ and you need to call for an appt.
MON-FRI 8-5
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RAMQ only. Does not accept OHIP or BX |
*Subject to change. It is advisable to confirm the expected cost at the time of booking your appointment. Confirm with your insurance provider regarding coverage of services. Costs of STI tests and IUD are not included in this estimate.
Travel Clinics
| Location | Phone Number | Address | Hours of Operation | Additional Notes | Appended Documents |
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| MUHC Pre- and Post-Travel Clinic | (514) 934-8049 |
1001 Decarie Blvd Vaccination Clinic, Local D.02.3312, Room 27 |
Contact the vaccination clinic directly to make an appointment | ||
| Clinique Santé Voyage de la Fondation du CHUM | 514-890-8332 | 1029 Saint-Denis, 4th floor | Only by appointment, no drop-in | ||
| La Clinique du Voyageur | 514-521-5555 | 4689 Papineau | Mon-Fri: 8:00 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Fees for RAMQ, OOP and BX | |
| Clinique du Voyageur par Summit Health- Montreal Centre Ville | (438) 266-0855 | 1055 Cote du Beaver Hall, 400 | Mon to Fri 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. certain Saturdays |
Fees for RAMQ, OOP and Blue Cross | |
| Passport Health Clinique Santé- Voyage Westmount |
514-907-5919 514-667-9838 |
1001 Boulevard de Maisonneuve Ouest | Monday 8- 4pm Tuesday 10 - 6pm Thursday 10 to 3 pm Friday 8 to 4 pm |
Fees for RAMQ, OOP and Blue Cross | |
| JD Maclean Center for Tropical Diseases (Montréal General Hospital) | (514) 934-1934 ext. 48462 // 48049 | 1650 Cedar Ave Suite L10 509 | Mon - Thurs: 9am - 3pm Fri: 9am - 12pm |
PRE- and POST- Travel Clinic. If a traveller is experiencing flu-like symptoms upon returning from a trip, they should register an appointment ASAP or visit the Emergency Ward at the Montréal General Hospital. | General Travel Advice Rough Estimate of Vaccination Costs - See bottom of webpage. |
Pharmacies Close to Campus
| Name of Service | Phone Number | Address |
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| Uniprix Thien-Kim Isabelle Dang | (514) 849-6176 | 3575, Du Parc Ave |
| JC Robert Cotchikian | (514) 270-6500 | 5692 Du Parc Ave |
| Pharmaprix Pamela Orfali, Hourig Tarakdjian | (514)-398-9759 | 1120 Rue Sainte-Catherine W |
| Familiprix David St-Jean Gagnon | (514) 508-1770 | 1470, Rue Peel, Tour A |
| JC Doria Boukheroufa | (514) 287-0747 | 677 Sainte-Catherine W |
| JC Abdel Hakim Ait-Aoudia | (514) 866-8573 | 980 Sainte-Catherine W |
| JC Dave Larouche & Vy Ky Linh Le | 514 285-9232 | 305 Sherbrooke W |
| A. Goldstein | (514) 849-6019 | 455 Sherbrooke W. |
| Jean Coutu | (514) 270-6500 | 5692 Park Ave. |
| Uniprix | (514) 849-6176 | 3575 Park Ave. |
