Roommates in Verdun
Updated October 4, 2026
Verdun, southwest of downtown, runs along the St. Lawrence River: Wellington Street, riverside parks and an urban beach. The borough includes Nuns' Island (L'Île-des-Sœurs), served by the REM.
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Getting around
- Green line: De l'Église and Verdun stations, with LaSalle and Jolicoeur nearby depending on your block; direct downtown.
- REM: Île-des-Sœurs station, on the branch linking Brossard to Gare Centrale.
- STM buses and riverside bike paths; BIXI in season.
Transit sources: STM, REM, exo. Always check your commute before signing.
The area at a glance
Mainland Verdun is mostly duplexes and triplexes with outdoor staircases; Nuns' Island has more towers and condos.
A good pick if you study or work downtown (Green line, direct to McGill and Guy-Concordia). The REM from Nuns' Island is handy toward the South Shore (Brossard).
Close to the river and bike paths: popular with people who want green space without leaving the metro.
How Ton Coloc works
- Questionnaire: what you're looking for (a room, a roommate, a room to offer), your areas, budget and lifestyle.
- Account and one-time payment, no subscription (see pricing).
- Identity check (about 2 minutes, via Stripe Identity) to see your matches and send messages.
- Built-in messaging: your email and phone number are never shown to other members.
Tips for renting in Quebec
- No deposits. In Quebec, a landlord may only ask for the first month's rent in advance. A security deposit or any other sum is not allowed, nor are post-dated cheques (Civil Code art. 1904). Someone asking for a transfer to "hold" a room before you visit? That's a classic scam signal.
- July 1. Most Quebec leases end June 30, so July 1 is the big moving day. Start looking in spring and book a truck or movers early.
- The TAL lease. The Tribunal administratif du logement lease form is mandatory for every new lease, even for a room. Between roommates, liability is joint (each pays their share) unless a solidarity clause is written in; see the TAL's joint tenancy page and its roommate agreement (French PDF).
- Lease assignment and subletting. To leave mid-lease, you can propose an assignment (cession) or a sublet. The landlord has 15 days to answer; since February 21, 2024, if they refuse an assignment without a serious reason, the lease ends on the date you gave. Details and templates on the TAL page.
- Visits and identity. Visit before paying, meet your future roommates and keep your exchanges in writing. On Ton Coloc, every member's identity is verified (photo ID + selfie, via Stripe Identity) before they can see matches and send messages. It isn't a background check, so do your own checks too.
FAQ
Which stations serve Verdun?
De l'Église and Verdun on the Green line (LaSalle and Jolicoeur are close depending on the area), plus the REM's Île-des-Sœurs station.
Is Verdun convenient for McGill or Concordia?
Yes: the Green line goes straight to McGill and Guy-Concordia stations, no transfer.
Can I also search the South Shore?
Yes. The REM links Nuns' Island to Brossard; tick Verdun and South Shore towns in the questionnaire.
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