Montreal Senior Homes

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Résidence Anjou sur le Lac

4.617 reviews

10021 Promenade des Riverains, Anjou, Quebec H1J 3B7, Canada

Résidence Anjou sur le Lac in Anjou, QC offers refined senior living with personalized support services, chef-prepared meals, and 109 thoughtfully designed apartments.


Centre d'hébergement Champlain-de-Saint-François

4.116 reviews

8528 Boul Lévesque E, Laval, Quebec H7A 1W6, Canada

Centre d'hébergement Champlain-de-Saint-François is a senior care residence in Laval, Quebec, offering support in a welcoming community environment.


CHSLD Champlain

4.135 reviews

5050 Pl. Nogent, Brossard, Quebec J4Y 2K3, Canada

CHSLD Champlain is a long-term care residence located in Brossard, Quebec, offering seniors a structured and supportive environment within the Montérégie region.


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Résidence Sault-au-Récollet

4.26 reviews

3295 Boul. Gouin E, Montréal-Nord, Quebec H1H 5N6, Canada

Résidence Sault-au-Récollet is a private seniors residence in Montréal-Nord offering apartments for retired, independent, and semi-autonomous adults.


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Le Newman

4.211 reviews

7227 Newman Blvd, Lasalle, Quebec H8N 0H7, Canada

Le Newman is a contemporary residential condo community in LaSalle, Montreal, offering thoughtfully designed units in a vibrant, amenity-rich setting.


Résidence Élizabeth

3.76 reviews

10927 Av. des Récollets, Montréal-Nord, QC

Résidence Élizabeth in Montréal-Nord welcomes independent and semi-independent seniors into a fully accredited, supportive community focused on comfort and dignity.


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Centre Le Royer

4.539 reviews

7351 Av. Jean-Desprez, Anjou, Quebec H1K 5A6, Canada

Centre Le Royer in Anjou, Quebec provides personalized care and chef-prepared meals in a welcoming environment designed for seniors who need daily support.


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Le Boisé Notre-Dame

4.5182 reviews

3055 Boulevard Notre Dame, Laval, QC

Le Boisé Notre-Dame is a retirement residence in Laval, QC designed for adults 55 and older seeking an active, comfortable, and socially rich lifestyle.


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Résidence Rosalie-Cadron

4.39 reviews

12260 Blvd. Laurentien, Montréal, QC

Résidence Rosalie-Cadron is an independent senior residence in Cartierville, Montréal, offering spacious apartments, daily meals, and a vibrant community lifestyle.


Learn More About senior Care in Montreal

Montreal is unlike any other city in Canada for families navigating senior living. It operates within a distinct provincial system, carries a strong French-language identity, and offers a senior care market that is structured differently from what families in Ontario or British Columbia would typically encounter. Understanding those differences before starting a search saves time and reduces confusion.

Montreal at a Glance
1,762,949 (City of Montreal, 2021 Census)
Approximately 16.8% aged 65 and over
Approximately 38 to 40 years (2021 Census)
Quebec
291 senior home listings in Montreal
Getting Around Montreal
STM (Societe de transport de Montreal): metro (4 lines, 68 stations) and bus network (approximately 200 routes). The REM (Reseau express metropolitain), an automated light rail system, is expanding across the greater Montreal area with 23 stations currently in service.
Transport Adapte: STM's door-to-door paratransit service for residents unable to use conventional transit due to mobility limitations. Requires registration and advance booking. As of 2026 the service is operated by contracted private providers using accessible minivans.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), approximately 20 km west of downtown. The STM 747 bus runs 24/7 between the airport and downtown. A direct REM rail link to the airport is planned and in development.
Yes. Montreal Central Station (Gare Centrale) is the main intercity rail hub, located downtown near Bonaventure metro station. Daily VIA Rail service to Ottawa, Toronto, Quebec City, and points beyond.
Varies by neighbourhood. Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile End, and downtown are highly walkable. NDG, Cote-des-Neiges, and the West Island are more car-dependent in many areas. Montreal's underground city (RESO) provides climate-controlled pedestrian access to much of the downtown core.
Autoroutes 20, 40, and 15 are the main arterial routes. Montreal is approximately 200 km from Ottawa and 260 km from Quebec City by road. The Jacques-Cartier and Champlain bridges connect the island to the South Shore.
Senior Care in Quebec
Ministry of Health and Social Services (Ministere de la Sante et des Services sociaux, MSSS)
Regulation respecting the certification of private seniors' residences (RPAs). Long-term care centres (CHSLDs) are governed under Quebec's health and social services legislation.
Assisted Living, Continuing Care, Independent Living, Long-Term Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care, Retirement Home, Skilled Nursing
CHSLDs and Intermediate Resources (IRs) receive provincial government funding. Costs for publicly funded beds are set by the Regie de l'assurance maladie du Quebec (RAMQ) and based on the resident's income. RPAs are privately funded through resident fees.
Quebec has both publicly and privately operated senior residences. RPAs are private and certified by the MSSS. CHSLDs may be public, private contracted, or private non-contracted. Access to publicly funded placements requires a formal needs assessment through the local health network (CISSS or CIUSSS).

Quebec regulates senior housing through the Ministry of Health and Social Services, known in French as the MSSS. Private seniors’ residences in Quebec are called RPAs, or residences privees pour aines, and must hold a certificate of compliance issued by the provincial government to operate legally. This certification ensures that RPAs meet established health and safety standards. For families, it means that any certified RPA you find in Montreal is subject to government oversight, which is worth knowing when evaluating your options. Long-term care, at the other end of the spectrum, is provided through CHSLDs, which are long-term care centres serving seniors with significant loss of autonomy. Access to a publicly funded CHSLD bed is arranged through the local health network and typically involves an assessment of the senior’s needs.

The linguistic dimension matters in Montreal in a way it does not in most Canadian cities. Montreal is predominantly francophone, and many senior residences operate primarily or exclusively in French. However, the city has a sizable anglophone population and a strong tradition of English-language institutions, including English-language senior residences and care homes. Families looking for an English-first care environment will find options in Montreal, but it is worth confirming language of care early in the search process.

Montreal is Canada’s second-largest city and the largest in Quebec, with a well-developed transit system and strong medical infrastructure. The McGill University Health Centre, Jewish General Hospital, and Montreal General Hospital are among the major institutions serving the city, and specialist care across most disciplines is available locally. The city’s neighbourhoods vary considerably in character, from the dense urban core of Plateau-Mont-Royal and Rosemont to quieter residential areas in NDG, Cote-des-Neiges, and the West Island. Where a residence is located on the island affects daily life significantly, particularly in terms of transit access and walkability.

Montreal is generally considered one of the more affordable major Canadian cities, and senior living costs here tend to reflect that. For families weighing cost as a factor across multiple cities, Montreal typically offers more options at lower price points than Toronto or Vancouver. Use the search tool above to filter listings by neighbourhood, care type, and the features that matter most to your family.