Where to buy Poppers in Montreal?
Are you in Montreal and looking for poppers? Does it seem like everyone is doing them? Do you find yourself wanting to join in on the action? Have you tried some from a friend, and want to get your hands on your own?
If you’re not super familiar with Poppers, you should definitely do some research to understand what you’re getting yourself into. A great place to start is with our Guide to Poppers, which covers the effects, risks and legal status of Poppers in Canada.
So wait, are poppers legal in Canada or not? Well, they're banned for sale, but possession and use is legal (disclaimer: we are not a lawyer and this isn't legal advice 🙃). That being said, like anything illegal, an underworld, a black market, a parallel world exists, and it’s actually not that hard to buy poppers in Canada. If you’re gonna buy them – and we’re not saying you should – but if you do, here are a few ways to buy poppers in Montreal.
Ask a Friend
If you know some local friends who use poppers, why not ask them where they got theirs? They might be able to get some for you, or at least point you towards someone who can help you out.
If you know someone who lives in a country where the sale of poppers is less restricted (such as the US or France), then you can ask them to get it for you and ship it here. Before doing this, we suggest you check out the legal implications of doing this (to repeat, we are NOT lawyers).
Go to a gay bar
In some gay bars in Montreal you can buy poppers if you’re low key. Just give the waiter your cutest smile and ask them if they know where you can buy poppers. With a bit of luck, they might sell you some. Here are a couple more tips for this method:
- Don’t look like a cop (unless it’s a sexy cop) 👮
- Carry cash 💵 – they probably won’t let you tap your Amex for this
- Order a couple of drinks 🍸 before you ask (and tip well), don’t just walk in from the street and ask
Buy poppers online
If you don’t mind waiting a couple of days, buying your poppers online might be your best bet. There’s a number of online stores that sell them, just make sure to check the reviews from an independent source to make sure they’re legit. You’ll also want to make sure they have recent reviews, as some stores can get shut down from time to time. You can also check out forums like reddit to learn more.
Stay safe
Remember that there are some risks associated with poppers, so be smart. This is especially true when buying poppers on the “black market”.
One thing we’re always concerned about at Julius is HIV prevention. Keep in mind that poppers can increase the risk of HIV transmission, due to several reasons:
- Poppers can lower inhibitions, increasing the odds of unprotected sex
- Poppers can increase the risk of anal bleeding, since they expand blood vessels in the area
- Poppers might weaken the immune system for a short time, making you more vulnerable to infection
Check out our Guide to Poppers to learn more about the risks of poppers.
If you’d like to protect yourself against HIV, consider looking into PrEP. PrEP is a once daily pill that helps prevent HIV infection by up to 99%. If you’re in Canada, check out our PrEP FAQ, or start our Free Online Assessment to see if PrEP could be right for you.
