List of Montreal birth centres (2026)
Everything about the island's birth centres and where to find them.
Here are the 5 birthing centres on the island of Montreal, with up-to-date contact details to help you get started. Use the tool at the bottom of the list to find the one closest to you.
Côte-des-Neiges Birth Centre
CIUSSS du Centre-Ouest-de-l'Île-de-Montréal
6560, chemin de la Côte-des-Neiges, Montréal, QC H3S 2A7
Jeanne-Mance Birth Centre
CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal
1822, rue Ontario Est, Montréal, QC H2K 1T7
📞 514 527-2361 ext. 2500
Marie-Paule-Lanthier Birth Centre
CIUSSS du Nord-de-l'Île-de-Montréal
9600, rue Saint-Denis, Aile C, Montréal, QC H2M 1P2
Anne-Courtemanche Birth Centre
CIUSSS de l'Est-de-l'Île-de-Montréal
4500, rue De Contrecœur, Montréal, QC H1K 0L1
Lac-Saint-Louis Birth Centre
CIUSSS de l'Ouest-de-l'Île-de-Montréal
180, avenue Cartier (3e étage), Pointe-Claire, QC H9S 4S1
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Information current as of June 2026 and subject to change. This list is provided for information only and does not represent any bias on the part of Ysé Naissance: its sole purpose is to inform families objectively. Always check contact details directly with the facility.
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Your frequently asked questions about birthing centres in Montreal
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It's a place of birth run by the public health network, where births are attended by midwives rather than doctors. The atmosphere feels warm and family-oriented, with little medical intervention, designed for low-risk pregnancies.
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People with a low-risk pregnancy — that is, without any major medical complication. Eligibility is assessed throughout your care by the midwife.
If something unusual comes up, a transfer to hospital is arranged.
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A midwife is a health professional who cares for physiological (low-risk) pregnancies and births, and may favour a personalized, low-intervention approach.
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No. The birth centre favours natural pain management methods (bath, movement, breathing, continuous support).
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We recommend applying as early as possible, ideally in the first few weeks of pregnancy, as spaces are limited. You register directly with the birthing centre you've chosen, or through the intake desk of the relevant CIUSSS.
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Yes — demand often outstrips supply in Montreal, which is why it's important to book early.
If no spot is available, your midwife or the CIUSSS can point you toward other options.
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For extra support at home during this time, take a look at our postpartum home support services.
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The two roles complement each other. The midwife handles the medical side; thebirth doula (doula) offers emotional support before, during and after the birth.
Where to give birth in Montreal: what are the options?
In Montreal, expectant parents have several options for welcoming their baby, depending on their birth plan and their pregnancy profile.
The hospital
All pregnanciesThe most common option. Care is provided by a doctor or an obstetrician, with full access to the epidural and to hospital facilities. Suitable for all pregnancies, including high-risk ones.
The birth centre
Low risk · Free with RAMQA warm, low-intervention alternative for low-risk pregnancies. Care is provided by midwives, free of charge under RAMQ, with transfer to hospital if needed.
Home birth
Low riskBringing your baby into the world at home, with a midwife from the public network. This option is also available for low-risk pregnancies.
No matter where you choose, a birth doula can join your team for continuous human support before, during and after the birth.
The Ysé Naissance team
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From prenatal preparation through to postpartum, we each have our own specialty.
Physiological or more medicalized births, high-risk pregnancies, past trauma, returning to work, older siblings, postpartum home support, breastfeeding, group preparation.
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