Montreal Students Offer Deep Discounts on Healthcare, Hospitality – A Lifeline Amidst Inflation
MONTREAL – Facing rising costs of living, Montrealers have a little-known resource for affordable services: university and collage clinics staffed by students in training. From dental work to psychology consultations and even gourmet meals, thes institutions offer significantly reduced prices, providing a crucial financial buffer for individuals and families.
these student-run clinics represent a substantial savings prospect. A one-hour psychology consultation at the University of Montreal’s clinic costs $45, compared to $120-$180 for a similar session in private practice. Three kinesiology consultations are available for $185, and speech therapy is offered at $90 per hour.The University of Montreal’s dental clinic provides services like braces, prostheses, and root canals at lower rates – a crown, for example, costs $725 rather of the $1600-$2000 typically charged elsewhere.
While some clinics, like the university of Montreal’s veterinary clinic, maintain market pricing (though without sales tax), others offer income-based sliding scales. UQAM‘s sexology clinic charges between $25 and $70 depending on patient income,mirroring a similar structure at its psychology clinic ($20 or $30). Orientation and career management services at UQAM are priced at $50 per hour.
The benefits extend beyond healthcare.CEGEPs and professional schools offer deeply discounted services in fields like dental hygiene, nursing, hairdressing, aesthetics, and massage therapy, as students require real-world practice. The Institut de tourisme et d’hôtellerie du québec (ITHQ) provides hotel rooms for under $200 and operates restaurants offering gourmet dining experiences, including food and wine pairings.
These services frequently enough come wiht waiting lists, and students naturally operate at a different pace than seasoned professionals.However, for those willing to trade time for savings, these clinics offer a valuable way to access essential services and experiences while supporting the next generation of professionals. Resources like Google and AI can help individuals locate these opportunities across Montreal.
