Question 1

What do I need to bring to the house?

Accepted Answer

Only your clothes. The rooms, bathrooms and kitchen are fully equipped. You’ll find multiple groceries and stores at walking distance.

Question 2

Can I bring my kids?

Accepted Answer

We are not equipped to welcome families at the moment.

Question 3

Can I bring a pet?

Accepted Answer

It is not possible to accommodate pets due to possible allergies of the other coliving members. That said, animal lovers will be able to enjoy time with pets we dogsit for local friends.

Question 4

How fast is the internet?

Accepted Answer

We have 2 internet providers to avoid drops. We continuously work on improving our internet connections. Our internet connections are good enough for your meetings, as well as playing video games. There is also internet in the rooms, however, the best connection is at the coworking space.

Question 5

Is there a desk in my room?

Accepted Answer

Yes, always, so you have the option to work from your room, from the coworking space or any other space in the house. Some colivers love to work from the garden when it's nice out there.

Question 6

Do you have extra equipment?

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Everything you find in offices, such as printers, paper, staplers and a lot of office equipment. We also have a few extra cords, mouses and monitors, but have to be shared between the people living in the house.

Question 7

What does the kitchen look like?

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There are 2 cooking stations, and it doesn't get too crowded as everyone cooks at different times of the day. Our members also usually enjoy the multiple local restaurants available from a walking distance or deliveries.

Question 8

Do people eat together?

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People do their meals independently or, sometimes, group up to cook common meals. We eat together every Sunday evening. Each coliver has its own spot in the fridge and pantry to keep their produce fresh and organized.

Question 9

How many people can share the bathroom?

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It's a semi private bathroom, so we allow only 2 colivers per bathroom and there is room to leave your stuff in it.

Question 10

How does laundry work?

Accepted Answer

For laundry, don't worry, we have all in house laundry space and we even provide the detergent!

Question 11

Can I visit the coliving before I come?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, we do not permit visits before the stay. Kindly note that we are not a room rental service, so we are expecting a coliver to come for the quality of the community and not the size of the rooms. We have worked hard on renovating the space and making it clean, pretty and optimized for remote workers. Although we get a lot of visit requests, we want to prioritize the privacy and quiet of the people living in the house. Feel free to check out our Instagram for a ton of pictures and testimonials of the space.

Question 12

Is coworking included?

Accepted Answer

We offer living and working space with the best conditions for you to thrive in your work. To be clear, we do not offer you work. We sometimes offer workshops and activities that can be helpful to your work. You can also share with the other colivers.

Question 13

Can I invite friends over?

Accepted Answer

You are very welcome to bring your friends and family in the space as long as there is no Covid restriction mandate. Please have them follow the same rules as us in the coliving. For overnight visits, please discuss the situation with the community leader in place. It’s possible only if you have a double room with a private bathroom for hygiene reasons. It’s possible to occasionally welcome a trusted date. For security reasons and in respect of the group level of comfort, never invite a person you just met overnight in the house.

Question 14

How many people live in the house?

Accepted Answer

The coliving has 16 bedrooms and you can expect to live with 14 to 20 people in the house as we welcome couples in the double room.

Question 15

What kind of people live in the house?

Accepted Answer

Because of the application process, we are limited to the community of digital nomads and people with remote work. Be ready to meet people from various ethnicity, age and sexual orientation. In general, half of them could be Canadian and the other half foreigners. Note that we not only get programmers, actually only a few of them! We get people from various fields, marketing, artists, finance, real estate, business coaches, fintech, medtech, edtech, everytech! ;)

Question 16

I'm a student, can I come?

Accepted Answer

Only if you have a business project, seriously want to get inspiration to become a digital nomad, or if you have any other relevant reason to join. Otherwise, we encourage you to look into one of the many options available for student housing in town.

Question 17

How do you communicate in the house?

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We have a Whatsapp group for the colivers in the house as well as for the community leaders. We also have a private Facebook group to post polls and event links.

Question 18

What kind of activities do you host?

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Very organic. We decide together depending on what the group likes. Expect last minute karaoke, Sunday family dinners, onesie Fridays, field trips out of town, ice cream walks, ski trips, Nordic Spa trips, and many more!

Question 19

What are the local COVID-19 related rules?

Accepted Answer

They change all the time, but you can take a look at the following resources:
Santé Montreal  Québec.ca 
Montréal.org

Question 20

How do you deal with COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

As a group setting, we comply very seriously with the rules in place. We ask people to be vaccinated prior to their stay. We can’t provide quarantine space here so it will have to be done in another space before coming here. We are strict about keeping the common space clean, and if needed we are confined in the house. Because we are so strict, it also means that within the house we are living in a mask-free space, but at first signs of a flu, we ask people to stay in their room and test.

Question 21

What are the cleaning measures taken?

Accepted Answer

Professional cleaning weekly in the common areas. In the meantime, people need to keep the common spaces clean. When you sign up with a group-usage of the kitchen, it means that you accept to clean it and leave it as cleaned after you arrive. We ask dishes to be done, dried and put away immediately, counters and sink wiped, etc. We are proud to be one of the cleanest coliving kitchens people have seen!

Question 22

What is the temperature like in Montreal?

Accepted Answer

Montreal is a destination with a varied climate. Temperatures are regularly negative during the winter (down to -30 Celsius) while the summer promises great outdoor activities in T-shirts (under a hot and humid 30 Celsius). Autumn and spring have cool, but pleasant temperatures. Snow, rain, clouds, sun: all types of weather are possible in the city and can be observed depending on the period of the year. The months of June to September are more pleasant and sunny, and the temperature is milder in October. We appreciate the change of colors and the freshness that autumn brings to the city. Snow begins to accumulate on the ground in December, while January and February are particularly cold, but appreciated for their winter sports.

Question 23

What does the neighborhood look like?

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Not only are we minutes away from public transportation and grocery, the area is known for it's crazy nightlife and fun terraces. We are situated downtown, in the middle of the Gay Village (often simply known as the “Village"), between the Lafontaine park and the famous St-Catherine Street. Village Montreal is an internationally recognized 2SLGBTQ+ destination, welcoming more than 1.4 million visitors each year. It is known for its festive side as well as its artistic programming. Every summer, St. Catherine Street becomes a pedestrian mall that is decked out with many pink balls strung overhead.   As we are a block away, it's still very calm and we have a great yard where we wish to grow our own vegetables this summer.   The Village has some 300 businesses, represented by the Société de développement commercial (SDC) Village Montréal, which identify with the 2SLGBTQ+ community: bars, restaurants, boutiques, hotels, as well as professional, technical and aesthetic services. You can find more information here: https://www.villagemontreal.ca/en/commerces

Question 24

How safe is Montreal?

Accepted Answer

Although Montreal is one of Canada's largest cities, its crime rate is one of the lowest in the country. Overall, staying safe in Montreal is as simple as taking the usual travel safety precautions: be aware of your surroundings, be polite and respectful of others, and know who to contact in case of emergency. It's also a good idea to keep up with local and national news.

Question 25

How to go to the coliving from...

Accepted Answer

The airport: I like to use an Uber from the airport since there is free Wi-Fi there. You can also take the 737 public bus that will bring you to Berri metro station. You can then use the same ticket to take the metro and move 2 stations up to Papineau. We are a 6 minutes walk from that station.  The train station: From the train station, you can take the metro to Papineau stop, and then walk from there.

Question 26

Do I need a car?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not. Every commodity is walking distance and the metro is a 6 minute walk and will bring you at most interesting points. If you need to bring a car, there is free parking in the streets but reading the signs, all in French to understand how it functions can be a challenge. As we are downtown, weekday parking can be difficult, but weekend parking is easy.

Question 27

Will I be okay if I just speak English?

Accepted Answer

Our main language in the house is English but you’ll be able to practice French as you interact with more members from our friendly community.

Question 28

What does the booking process look like?

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The first first step is the application, which only takes 5 minutes. Within 48 hours we will send you a link to book a 30 min meeting. You can use this time to ask question and we will evaluate if we are a good match If we are a good match, we will be sending you the payment information. As soon as the first month is paid, you are booked for the requested period. You have 48 hours to pay, otherwise you must email us to make sure the selected room is available.

Question 29

How long in advance should I book?

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The summer is usually almost fully booked out 5 months in advance, but we can put you on a waiting list in case of a cancellation. There is more flexibility in the winter, but note that some room categories are popular and booked out months in advance. Book early if you want to have more choices.

Question 30

How does the payment work?

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Monthly, at your anniversary date, using Interac or wire transfer. For international transfer, we use the application Wise (we use the referral money for extra community gear/food ;) Rent can be paid by credit card, but there is a 3% fee added.

Question 31

Can I change the room category while being in the coliving space?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if available, colivers are prioritized. We often see a coliver being successful, growing their business and requesting a better room. If there is a drop in revenue, we can also give you a room in a cheaper category.

Question 32

What are the cancellation policies?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes plans change. We get it. Cancellations made 15 days or more in advance of the arrival date will receive a 50% refund. We do not offer refunds for cancellations within 15 days of the arrival date, but will agree to move your stay if Covid perturbs your plans.

Question 33

What happens when I leave?

Accepted Answer

You are still connected with the coliving through the NoCo Facebook group!