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About CLSC PARTHENAIS ET GROUPE DE MÉDECINE DE FAMILLE UNIVERSITAIRE DES FAUBOURGS
CLSC Parthenais et GMF-U des Faubourgs is a frontline community health and university family medicine clinic located at 2260 rue Parthenais in Montréal, Québec, part of the CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal. This facility provides primary care, preventive health, social services, and specialized community programs to one of Montréal's most vulnerable populations, including people experiencing homelessness and low-income residents. This is not a hospital and has no emergency department — patients requiring urgent or emergency care must proceed directly to a nearby hospital emergency room such as CHUM / Hôpital Notre-Dame.
Services & Specialties
Family medicine consultations (by appointment), Wound dressing changes and follow-up, Contraception counselling and prescriptions, Emergency oral contraception, Prenatal classes, Health screening programs, General vaccination and flu vaccination, Needle and syringe exchange program, Social work services, Specialized nurse practitioner (IPS) consultations, Care for people experiencing homelessness and street youth, Services for patients not covered by RAMQ (fee schedule available).
Amenities
Elevator on site
Wheelchair access ramp
Public Wi-Fi (ask reception for password; connect to 'CCSMTL-Public')
This is a CLSC and GMF-U, not a hospital — do not come here for emergency care. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to CHUM / Hôpital Notre-Dame.
Appointments can be booked by phone Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The clinic is closed on weekends and statutory holidays.
Walk-in (sans rendez-vous) slots are only available at the sister site at 1705 rue de la Visitation — they are not offered at the Parthenais location.
If you are not covered by RAMQ (Québec health insurance), a fee schedule for services is available on the CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal website.
Free public Wi-Fi is available in the clinic — simply ask reception for the password and connect to the 'CCSMTL-Public' network.
What to Bring
Québec health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo ID
List of current medications and dosages
Any relevant medical records or recent test results
Proof of address if registering as a new patient
Payment method if services are not covered by RAMQ
Insurance information if applicable (private or travel insurance)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does CLSC Parthenais have an emergency department?
No. CLSC Parthenais et GMF-U des Faubourgs is a community health clinic, not a hospital, and has no emergency department. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go directly to a hospital ER such as CHUM / Hôpital Notre-Dame.
Can I walk in without an appointment at 2260 rue Parthenais?
Walk-in (sans rendez-vous) appointments are not offered at the Parthenais location. Walk-in slots are only available at the sister CLSC site located at 1705 rue de la Visitation. For the Parthenais site, call Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM to book an appointment.
What services does the GMF-U des Faubourgs offer?
The clinic offers family medicine consultations, wound care, contraception (including emergency oral contraception), prenatal classes, vaccination, health screening, a needle exchange program, and social work services. It is staffed by family physicians, nurses, social workers, and specialized nurse practitioners (IPS).
How do I get to CLSC Parthenais by public transit?
The clinic at 2260 rue Parthenais is directly accessible from Métro Frontenac on the Green Line. Bus route 10 also stops nearby. The location is also BIXI- and bicycle-friendly during warmer months.
Is there parking at CLSC Parthenais?
Yes, on-site parking is available at the Parthenais location. Accessible paratransit (Transport adapté STM) drop-off is also available at the main entrance. Contact the clinic for current parking fee information.
What if I am not covered by RAMQ — can I still receive care here?
Yes, services may be available to patients not covered by the Québec health insurance plan (RAMQ), but fees may apply. A fee schedule is published on the CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal website. Bring private or travel insurance information if applicable.