Maria-Goretti Residence

Temporary lodging for single women who have recently arrived in Quebec.

Just arrived from abroad and want to land somewhere that’s welcoming, safe, and affordable?

The only residence in Montreal that exclusively serves immigrant women

Maria-Goretti offers stays that range from 3 months to 1 year, with 217 rooms across 5 floors. Meet with a PROMIS advisor to find out about the free services that are available to you, all under one roof.

The Maria-Goretti residence is ready to welcome you if you are 18 to 45 years old and:

  • A permanent resident
  • A foreign student
  • A foreign worker
  • A refugee

Countless benefits for women

Look no further for a place that’s affordable, peaceful, and all your own – no need to have a roommate or share your space!

  • Live in a safe building with 24/7 surveillance
  • Meet fellow women who have also recently arrived in Quebec
  • Enjoy a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood: grocery stores, universities, restaurants, a public market, hospitals, gyms, etc.
  • Access the metro, buses, and bike paths quickly and easily
  • Benefit from a range of services across 5 floors: shared kitchen, day room with cable TV, coffee corner, study room, computer lab, washer and dryer, exercise room

Enjoy your stay

Our fully equipped rooms set the bar for safety and comfort.

Room details

Based on your needs and budget, you can choose between a standard or large room, both of which have shared washroom access.

Affordable rates

Large room
Starting at $545 per month

Standard room
Starting at $495 per month

Your warm and welcoming room will have everything you need for a comfortable stay.

  • Single bed (sheets and towels not included)
  • Desk
  • Dresser
  • Sink
  • Refrigerator
  • 1 or 2 cupboards
  • Heating/electricity/hot water
  • Phone with voicemail
  • Wired internet

All of the residence’s other services – including washrooms, the kitchen, and the day room – are shared spaces.

Our women’s residence is located in the heart of Montreal aT

3333 Côte Sainte-Catherine Rd.
Montreal, QC H3T 1C8

We are easily accessible via the Université-de-Montréal and Côte-Sainte-Catherine – Station Côte-des-Neiges metro stations.

What our clients are saying

Our residence helps immigrants settle into a safe and affordable space upon their arrival. Here’s what one of our residents had to say about her experience.

“All of the services I received over the course of my stay were excellent. The reception, maintenance, and residence staff were professional and courteous, which made my experience very pleasant. I recommend this establishment for the quality of its services and attention to detail. My room suited my needs perfectly. It was well-equipped, spacious, and comfortable, which added to the quality of my stay. What’s more, it allowed me to concentrate more on my internship, offering an environment conducive to relaxation and concentration.”

– Kane Diakhou

Our residence team

Diane Hébert

Director of Lodging Services

Nadia Messaoudi

Lodging Attendant

Leila Hamam

Receptionist

Rachèle Samuel Guillaume

Receptionist

Alexandra Stéphanie Youmbi

Receptionist

Gaëlle Patricia Talotsing

Receptionist

Wilfredo Jimenez

Maintenance

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