The general public has free access to COVID-19 rapid antigen tests.
Self-testing is quick and easy. And the results are available within minutes. The tests should not be used if you do not have symptoms.
How can I get rapid test kits?
For the general public and healthcare workers
You can go to one of the Points de service locaux:
Points de service locaux | Opening Hours |
| Point de service local - Kirkland (vaccination, screening, sample collection) | Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, Sunday : 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Point de service local - Montréal (Lachine) (vaccination, screening, sample collection) |
Community pharmacies provide tests only to certain priority groups. Only people who receive free medication under the public drug plan and those considered to be at high risk can get self-tests at pharmacies.
For community organizations and businesses within the territory
Community organizations and businesses within the territory of the CIUSSS de l’Ouest-de-l’Île-de-Montréal can request rapid test kits.
Email your request to:
- Local resource network—Montréal West Island:
mariama.bragvadze.comtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca - Local resource network—Dorval-LaSalle-Lachine:
mohamed.elkei.comtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
You can then pick up the test kits at the following Local points of service:
Points de service locaux | Opening Hours |
| Point de service local - Kirkland (vaccination, screening, sample collection) | Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Statutory holidays: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Point de service local - Montréal (Lachine) (vaccination, screening, sample collection) |
IMPORTANT
- Your email request must include:
- the name and address of your organization or business,
- the telephone number of your organization or business,
- the approximate number of people working there,
- the name of the person to contact,
- the day and time when you want to pick up your order.
The quantity of tests provided will depend on the available inventory.
The order must be submitted at least two business days before the requested pick-up date.
For schools and educational daycares
Educational daycares, including childcare centres (CPE), daycares, home childcare services, and drop-in childcare services, and educational facilities within the territory of the CIUSSS de l’Ouest-de-l’Île-de-Montréal can order test kits.
Email your request to:
- Local resource network—Montréal West Island:
mariama.bragvadze.comtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca - Local resource network—Dorval-LaSalle-Lachine:
mohamed.elkei.comtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
To find out more
To learn when and how to use a rapid test, click here.