Errand Services in Montreal, QC

At Masters' Guild, we provide dependable errand services to help you manage daily tasks efficiently. From grocery shopping to dropping off packages, our professionals ensure every task is completed with care and on time. Let us handle the small tasks so you can focus on what matters most.

Errand Services in Montreal, QC: Grocery shopping & delivery typically runs $40–$80 CAD in 2026; the other common jobs below range from $25 to $80, depending mostly on number of stops and total mileage. Post your job free on Masters' Guild to get offers from ID-verified local pros; payment is held until the work is done.

What errand services costs in Montreal, QC (2026)

Typical errand services prices in Montreal, QC (CAD, 2026) — low to high per job

Job	Typical range (CAD)	Unit
Grocery shopping & delivery	$40–$80	per trip
General errand run (single task)	$30–$50	per hour
Package, prescription & dry-cleaning pickup/drop-off	$25–$40	per trip
Wait-in-line / appointment standby (DMV, government offices)	$30–$45	per hour
Personal concierge / multi-stop errands	$40–$65	per hour

Estimates: typical Canadian ranges adjusted for Montreal's regional price level (about 8% below the national average; estimate (Numbeo/Wise cost-of-living comparisons vs Canadian national average — Montreal runs below Toronto/Vancouver and below the national average overall, driven mainly by lower housing costs)). Get two or three quotes for your exact job.

Our Errand Service Expertise in Montreal, QC

Errand Running Services

Whether you need help with everyday errands or last-minute tasks, our personalized approach saves you time and effort. We take care of the details, so you don’t have to.

Senior Errand Assistance

We offer tailored support for older adults, including help with grocery shopping, pharmacy visits, and other essential tasks. Our team prioritizes safety and reliability, giving families peace of mind.

Flexible Task Management

No two days are the same, and neither are your needs. That’s why we offer adaptable options tailored to fit your schedule, ensuring a hassle-free experience.

Why Choose Masters' Guild for Errand Services?

Trusted Professionals: Our vetted professionals are dependable and efficient, ensuring your tasks are completed promptly.
Convenience & Reliability: Whether it’s regular errands or urgent requests, we deliver fast and reliable service.
Transparent Pricing: Clear estimates with no hidden fees make planning simple and stress-free.
Easy Booking: Manage your errands effortlessly through our user-friendly app.

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Errand Services We Offer

Masters' Guild provides a range of task management solutions for individuals and families. From senior support to customized errands, we make your life easier.

Senior Errand Services: Support and assistance tailored to older adults.
Flexible Errand Running: Designed to fit your unique schedule and needs.
Mobile-Friendly Platform: Easily book, track, and manage your errands through our app.

What's different about errand services in Montreal

Montreal's winters run cold and snowy — Environment Canada normals put January averages near -9 to -10.5°C, July near 26-27°C, and about 210 cm of snow a year, with repeated freeze-thaw cycles that leave sidewalks and driveways icy for months. Much of the city's housing dates from before 1960, and a large share of Montrealers live in two- to three-storey brick "plex" duplexes and triplexes with exterior staircases and flat roofs rather than detached houses. That combination means an errand runner carrying groceries, packages or dry cleaning is often climbing an icy exterior stair to a second- or third-floor unit, not walking up to a ground-level door.

In walk-up-heavy neighborhoods like Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile End and Villeray, a personal errand service can matter more than in areas built around driveways and garages — there's often nowhere to leave a package except in your hands. Errand running and concierge work carry no licensing requirement in Quebec or anywhere else in Canada or the US, so vet a provider by asking for proof of liability insurance and a completed background check before handing over keys, a debit card, or building access. Demand climbs in November and December as holiday gift pickups, shipping runs and extra hosting-related grocery trips stack up; outside that window, availability and scheduling stay fairly steady.

What moves the price in Montreal

Exterior staircases and flat-roof plexes in Plateau-Mont-Royal and Mile End make carrying groceries or packages harder in winter.
Errand running is unlicensed in Quebec; confirm liability insurance and a background check before hiring.
Book ahead for November-December, the year's busiest stretch for gift pickups and extra grocery runs.
Montreal's cost of living runs below the Canadian average, often pushing local errand rates toward the lower end.

Licensing and permits in Quebec

Errand running/concierge work is unlicensed in both the US and Canada; reputable providers (TaskRabbit taskers, local concierge services) carry basic liability insurance and pass a background check, so ask for proof of both before handing over keys, cards, or access to your home.

Residential building permits in Quebec are issued by the local municipality (ville/municipalité), not a provincial agency; each municipality sets its own bylaw thresholds. In Montreal, permits come from the Ville de Montréal — borough permit counters (Permits and Authorizations).

Tax: Labor on home repair/renovation services is a taxable supply in Quebec (no labor exemption) — GST/QST apply to the full invoice including labor, though a partial QST/GST rebate exists separately for new-housing construction or major renovations meeting specific value thresholds.

Best time to book in Montreal

Book ahead for the November-December holiday season (gift pickup, shipping, extra grocery/hosting trips); rates and availability are otherwise fairly steady year-round. Peak demand: November and December. Typical job length: 30 minutes - 2 hours per errand.

DIY or pro? Run the errand yourself when you have the time and mobility; hire an errand service when you're time-crunched, traveling, or supporting a senior/mobility-limited household member.

Areas we cover in Montreal

Pros on Masters' Guild take errand services jobs across Montreal neighborhoods including Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile End, Griffintown, Outremont, Verdun, Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie, Villeray and Hochelaga-Maisonneuve.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an errand service cost in Montreal, QC?

Rates depend on the errand: grocery shopping and delivery runs about $45-85 CAD per trip, a single general errand about $35-55 CAD per hour, and multi-stop concierge service about $45-70 CAD per hour. Quebec's combined 14.975% GST/QST applies to the total invoice.

Do I need to give an errand runner keys to my apartment in Montreal?

Errand running and concierge work are unlicensed in Quebec, so protection comes from vetting, not a license: ask any provider for proof of liability insurance and a completed background check before handing over keys, a payment card, or building access, especially in walk-up plexes with exterior stairs and no doorman.

When should I book an errand service in Montreal, QC before the holidays?

Book ahead for November and December, the year's busiest stretch for gift pickups, shipping runs and extra grocery or hosting errands; outside that window scheduling and availability stay fairly steady.

Sources: www.taskrabbit.com · www.taskrabbit.ca. Updated 2026-09-06.

We Also Serve These Nearby Satellite Cities

In addition to Montreal, QC, we also offer Errand Services in nearby areas, including the following satellite cities:

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