FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
START
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DECIDE WHAT YOU NEEDBefore you decide where to live, ask yourself a few questions: What kind of housing do I need? When do I need to look for housing? What factors should I consider as a renter? Read on for help with the answers.
CHOOSING YOUR NEIGHBOURHOODLearn about the city where you’ll be studying and find out which neighbourhood is best for you.
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVELearn more about the websites that will help you find what you’re looking for and about the legal aspects of renting in Québec.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCESCheck out these links to learn more.
DECIDE WHAT YOU NEED
I’m looking for....
Permanent husing
Temporary housing
Ideal for stays of less than 1 month.
Ideal for stays longer than 1 month.
If you don’t have a contact for accommodation when you arrive, book temporary accommodation as soon as possible for the first few nights in the city where you’ll be studying. Make a reservation for at least a week. You can extend if necessary.
DECIDE WHAT YOU NEED
I’m looking for....
There are several options for temporary housing:Hotel
- Youth hostel
- Couchsurfing
- Airbnb
- Student housing (in the summer)
Un logement permanent
Idéal pour les séjours d’une durée de moins d’un mois.
Idéal pour les séjours de plus d’un mois.
If you don’t have a contact for accommodation when you arrive, book temporary accommodation as soon as possible for the first few nights in the city where you’ll be studying. Make a reservation for at least a week. You can extend if necessary.
WHEN TO LOOK FOR HOUSING
- There is a shortage of affordable housing in many Québec cities. Start looking for a room or apartment early. Leases often start on July 1, a very busy move-in day in Québec!
- Owners of apartments near campus often wait until the start of the school year to post them.
- In the weeks leading up to the fall semester, you’ll see plenty of ads for subleases and roommates.
Websites for permanent housing:
- Craiglist - LesPac - kangalou
- Market place - Kijiji
TYPES OF HOUSING IN QUÉBEC
In Québec, the size of an apartment is indicated by the number of rooms, with the “½” being the bathroom. For example, a 1½ will have 1 room (studio) and a bathroom, a 2½ will have 2 rooms and a bathroom, and so on. Generally, a 4½ will have 2 private bedrooms, and a 5½ will have 3. However, the way rooms are counted is not always consistent. A 4½ might have only 1 private bedroom (and a double living room, for example), or a 5½ might have only 2 bedrooms. You should always ask for clarification on how the apartment is divided if the ad doesn’t specify.
LEASE AGREEMENTS
Renting The owner (landlord) is looking for a tenant. The landlord and the tenant are required to sign a lease, which serves as a contract. As a tenant you will have rights, but you will also have responsibilities.
Joint tenancy (roommates) This is when 2 or more people share an apartment. You are considered a joint tenant if you sign the lease with other people. Students often live in roommate situations to share costs and chores.
Subleasing The current tenant is looking for someone to temporarily occupy their apartment while they’re away. If you sublease an apartment, that means you will pay rent to the tenant and you will enter into an agreement with that person. A subtenant has the same rights as a tenant, with the exception that they cannot remain in the premises at the end of the lease. A sublease has to be approved by the landlord. This can be a good option if you are in Québec for a short stay.
LEASE AGREEMENTS
For assignment An apartment or lease is “for assignment” when a tenant wants to permanently transfer their lease to someone else. By accepting an assigned lease, you become a tenant with all the rights and responsibilities that involves.
Condo Condos are apartments with individual owners. There is no single owner of the building, but multiple joint owners. Usually, condos are owner occupied but some are available for rent. If you rent a condo, in addition to complying with your lease agreement with the owner, you will also have to comply with the condo by-laws. Ask for a copy at your viewing appointment.
FEATURES AND AMENITIES
Before choosing your new home, it’s important to decide on what you’re looking for:
- How much are you willing to pay?
- Which utilities are included in the lease?
- When do you want to move in?
STUDENT HOUSING
Did you know that the Université du Québec network, which includes INRS, offers student housing?See what’s available in Québec and Montréal.
You might also be able to find housing at certain Cégeps. Check out our partner websites.
Student residences at Cégep St-Laurent (Montréal)
Cégep Montmorency (Laval)
CHOOSING YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD
I want to move to ...
Montréal
Laval
Québec city
Varennes
To study at the:
- UCS Centre (Montréal)
- EMT Centre (Montréal)
- AFSB Centre (Laval)
To study at the:
- UCS Centre (Montréal)
- EMT Centre (Montréal)
- AFSB Centre (Laval)
To study at the:
- UCS Centre (Montréal)
- ETE Centre (Québec)
To study at the:
CHOOSING YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD IN MONTRÉAL OR LAVAL
Cost In Montréal and Laval, the cost of rental housing varies from one neighbourhood to the next. Check out this map of housing costs by area.
Transportation In addition to cost, your new home should have good transportation options. Visit the STM website to learn more about public transit in Montréal, the STL website for Laval, and the RTL website for Longueuil.
Recommended neighbourhoods
Near the UCS Centre (Montréal):
- Plateau-Mont-Royal
- Mile-End
- Villeray
- Rosemont–Petite-Patrie
Near the AFSB Centre (Laval):
- Ahuntsic-Bordeaux-Cartierville
- Ville-St-Laurent
- Pont-Viau
- Laval-des-Rapides
- Chomedey
Near the EMT Centre (Bonaventure):
- Ville-Marie
- Westmount
- Griffintown
- Saint-Henri
- Pointe-St-Charles
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CHOOSING YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD IN QUÉBEC CITY
Cost In Québec City, the cost of rental housing varies from one neighbourhood to the next. Check out this map of housing costs by area.
Transportation To make it easier for you to get around, look for housing near the 800, 801, 804, and 807 bus routes. Visit the RTC website to learn more about public transit in Québec City.
Recommended neighbourhoods
Near the ETE Centre (Québec City):
Saint-Roch Saint-Sauveur Limoilou
Saint-Jean-Baptiste Montcalm Vieux-Québec / Petit- Champlain
13
LIVING ON MONTRÉAL’S SOUTH SHORE
Cost On the south shore, the cost of rental housing varies from city to city. See this list of housing costs in Montérégie.
Transportation Certain bus routes connect cities on the south shore of Montréal. See the City of Varennes website to see how to get to the EMT Centre.
Recommended communities
Near the EMT Centre (Varennes):
Varennes Longueuil Boucherville
Sainte-Julie And others, depending on your means of transportation
14
13
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Furnish your unit
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
15
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Furnish your unit
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Websites for finding permanent housing:
- Facebook Marketplace
- Kijiji
- Craiglist
- LesPac
- kangalou
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
16
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Furnish your unit
Schedule a viewing and have your questions ready:Is heating included?Is electricity included? Is it soundproof?Is it furnished or semi-furnished (appliances)?Are there shops and public transit nearby?
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
17
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Furnish your unit
Under the Civil Code of Quebec, landlords cannot require certain documents or a security deposit. Before you sign a lease, know your rights and responsibilities. To learn more, visit:
- Immigrant Québec
- Éducaloi
- Government of Québec
- Housing Administrative Tribunal
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
18
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Furnish your unit
Once you’ve found your new home, be sure to take out insurance! There are 2 parts to an insurance policy:Liability: Covers any damage you cause to the building where you live and any injury or harm you may cause to residents and visitors.Property: Provides for the replacement of your property if it is stolen, lost, or damaged during a covered event.For more information, visit the Insurance Bureau of Canada website.
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
19
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Signer le contrat de location
Furnish your unit
You don’t have to spend a lot to furnish and equip your new place.
New products: IKEA Walmart Canadian Tire Second-hand items Renaissance Village des valeurs Kijiji Marketplace (Facebook) Buy Nothing (page Facebook) 211 (thrift store and support programs) https://www.211quebecregions.ca/ https://www.211qc.ca/
Schedule a viewing
Obtenir une assurance
20
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
General information https://inrs.ca/les-etudes/futurs-etudiants/futurs-etudiants-etrangers/vivre-au-quebec/ https://vie-etudiante.uqam.ca/etudiant-international/ressources/hebergement.html#se-familiariser-avec-les-types-de-logements-et-de-locations http://likehome.info Housing costs https://appartogo.com/statistiques/ile-de-montreal https://appartogo.com/statistiques?region=capitale-nationale https://www.omhm.qc.ca/en/housing-application/available-housing-private-market Rights and responsibilities https://guide-logement.quebecsolidaire.net/ https://www.tal.gouv.qc.ca/ https://educaloi.qc.ca/en/capsules/sharing-rental-housing-co-tenants/
QUESTIONS ?
Contact cime.sesre@inrs.ca or call 450.687.5010, ext. 4504
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FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
START
MENU
DECIDE WHAT YOU NEEDBefore you decide where to live, ask yourself a few questions: What kind of housing do I need? When do I need to look for housing? What factors should I consider as a renter? Read on for help with the answers.
CHOOSING YOUR NEIGHBOURHOODLearn about the city where you’ll be studying and find out which neighbourhood is best for you.
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVELearn more about the websites that will help you find what you’re looking for and about the legal aspects of renting in Québec.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCESCheck out these links to learn more.
DECIDE WHAT YOU NEED
I’m looking for....
Permanent husing
Temporary housing
Ideal for stays of less than 1 month.
Ideal for stays longer than 1 month.
If you don’t have a contact for accommodation when you arrive, book temporary accommodation as soon as possible for the first few nights in the city where you’ll be studying. Make a reservation for at least a week. You can extend if necessary.
DECIDE WHAT YOU NEED
I’m looking for....
There are several options for temporary housing:Hotel
Un logement permanent
Idéal pour les séjours d’une durée de moins d’un mois.
Idéal pour les séjours de plus d’un mois.
If you don’t have a contact for accommodation when you arrive, book temporary accommodation as soon as possible for the first few nights in the city where you’ll be studying. Make a reservation for at least a week. You can extend if necessary.
WHEN TO LOOK FOR HOUSING
Websites for permanent housing:
- Craiglist - LesPac - kangalou
- Market place - Kijiji
TYPES OF HOUSING IN QUÉBEC
In Québec, the size of an apartment is indicated by the number of rooms, with the “½” being the bathroom. For example, a 1½ will have 1 room (studio) and a bathroom, a 2½ will have 2 rooms and a bathroom, and so on. Generally, a 4½ will have 2 private bedrooms, and a 5½ will have 3. However, the way rooms are counted is not always consistent. A 4½ might have only 1 private bedroom (and a double living room, for example), or a 5½ might have only 2 bedrooms. You should always ask for clarification on how the apartment is divided if the ad doesn’t specify.
LEASE AGREEMENTS
Renting The owner (landlord) is looking for a tenant. The landlord and the tenant are required to sign a lease, which serves as a contract. As a tenant you will have rights, but you will also have responsibilities.
Joint tenancy (roommates) This is when 2 or more people share an apartment. You are considered a joint tenant if you sign the lease with other people. Students often live in roommate situations to share costs and chores.
Subleasing The current tenant is looking for someone to temporarily occupy their apartment while they’re away. If you sublease an apartment, that means you will pay rent to the tenant and you will enter into an agreement with that person. A subtenant has the same rights as a tenant, with the exception that they cannot remain in the premises at the end of the lease. A sublease has to be approved by the landlord. This can be a good option if you are in Québec for a short stay.
LEASE AGREEMENTS
For assignment An apartment or lease is “for assignment” when a tenant wants to permanently transfer their lease to someone else. By accepting an assigned lease, you become a tenant with all the rights and responsibilities that involves.
Condo Condos are apartments with individual owners. There is no single owner of the building, but multiple joint owners. Usually, condos are owner occupied but some are available for rent. If you rent a condo, in addition to complying with your lease agreement with the owner, you will also have to comply with the condo by-laws. Ask for a copy at your viewing appointment.
FEATURES AND AMENITIES
Before choosing your new home, it’s important to decide on what you’re looking for:
STUDENT HOUSING
Did you know that the Université du Québec network, which includes INRS, offers student housing?See what’s available in Québec and Montréal.
You might also be able to find housing at certain Cégeps. Check out our partner websites.
Student residences at Cégep St-Laurent (Montréal)
Cégep Montmorency (Laval)
CHOOSING YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD
I want to move to ...
Montréal
Laval
Québec city
Varennes
To study at the:
To study at the:
To study at the:
To study at the:
CHOOSING YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD IN MONTRÉAL OR LAVAL
Cost In Montréal and Laval, the cost of rental housing varies from one neighbourhood to the next. Check out this map of housing costs by area.
Transportation In addition to cost, your new home should have good transportation options. Visit the STM website to learn more about public transit in Montréal, the STL website for Laval, and the RTL website for Longueuil.
Recommended neighbourhoods
Near the UCS Centre (Montréal):
Near the AFSB Centre (Laval):
Near the EMT Centre (Bonaventure):
12
CHOOSING YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD IN QUÉBEC CITY
Cost In Québec City, the cost of rental housing varies from one neighbourhood to the next. Check out this map of housing costs by area.
Transportation To make it easier for you to get around, look for housing near the 800, 801, 804, and 807 bus routes. Visit the RTC website to learn more about public transit in Québec City.
Recommended neighbourhoods
Near the ETE Centre (Québec City):
Saint-Roch Saint-Sauveur Limoilou
Saint-Jean-Baptiste Montcalm Vieux-Québec / Petit- Champlain
13
LIVING ON MONTRÉAL’S SOUTH SHORE
Cost On the south shore, the cost of rental housing varies from city to city. See this list of housing costs in Montérégie.
Transportation Certain bus routes connect cities on the south shore of Montréal. See the City of Varennes website to see how to get to the EMT Centre.
Recommended communities
Near the EMT Centre (Varennes):
Varennes Longueuil Boucherville
Sainte-Julie And others, depending on your means of transportation
14
13
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Furnish your unit
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
15
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Furnish your unit
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Websites for finding permanent housing:
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
16
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Furnish your unit
Schedule a viewing and have your questions ready:Is heating included?Is electricity included? Is it soundproof?Is it furnished or semi-furnished (appliances)?Are there shops and public transit nearby?
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
17
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Furnish your unit
Under the Civil Code of Quebec, landlords cannot require certain documents or a security deposit. Before you sign a lease, know your rights and responsibilities. To learn more, visit:
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
18
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Sign your lease agreement
Furnish your unit
Once you’ve found your new home, be sure to take out insurance! There are 2 parts to an insurance policy:Liability: Covers any damage you cause to the building where you live and any injury or harm you may cause to residents and visitors.Property: Provides for the replacement of your property if it is stolen, lost, or damaged during a covered event.For more information, visit the Insurance Bureau of Canada website.
Schedule a viewing
Take out insurance
19
FINDING A PLACE TO LIVE
Search the recommended websites
Signer le contrat de location
Furnish your unit
You don’t have to spend a lot to furnish and equip your new place.
New products: IKEA Walmart Canadian Tire Second-hand items Renaissance Village des valeurs Kijiji Marketplace (Facebook) Buy Nothing (page Facebook) 211 (thrift store and support programs) https://www.211quebecregions.ca/ https://www.211qc.ca/
Schedule a viewing
Obtenir une assurance
20
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
General information https://inrs.ca/les-etudes/futurs-etudiants/futurs-etudiants-etrangers/vivre-au-quebec/ https://vie-etudiante.uqam.ca/etudiant-international/ressources/hebergement.html#se-familiariser-avec-les-types-de-logements-et-de-locations http://likehome.info Housing costs https://appartogo.com/statistiques/ile-de-montreal https://appartogo.com/statistiques?region=capitale-nationale https://www.omhm.qc.ca/en/housing-application/available-housing-private-market Rights and responsibilities https://guide-logement.quebecsolidaire.net/ https://www.tal.gouv.qc.ca/ https://educaloi.qc.ca/en/capsules/sharing-rental-housing-co-tenants/
QUESTIONS ?
Contact cime.sesre@inrs.ca or call 450.687.5010, ext. 4504