Is it now illegal obtain the services of a provider in Montreal? Can one be arrested for doing so? Thanks

I have avoided Canada as a whole, and Montreal specifically, since c-36 came into effect. Where as before it was only incalls that were illegal, the new law criminalizes the client regardless of incall/outcall. There are also a number of other provisions in the law that seem contradictory and just plain confusing.

Paying a provider for sexual services is now an illegal offence. The client would be charged, but not the provider.  Supposedly we are "victims" and need to be rescued, not punished.  (Don't even get me going on this...)

Yes, stick with reputable established providers, such as those recommended on TER.

the problem is risk vs reward.  are you aware that the penalty is up to FIVE years in prison?
I also think think they would be more likely to slap the big penalty on a US citizen who visits
for that purpose.
There could be a problem at the border if they are suspicious . Before the law went into effect I was
hassled at the border by a female border agent who to my disbelief was reading my notes and telephone numbers she found in my suit case. she finally let me pass but she knew what I was  
going to Canada for and it seemed to be a prelude to the law going into effec

Sure there is a risk involved (unless you stay home and not see anyone ever, lol!).  Just because this law is not being enforced presently in Montreal does not mean that it couldn't be, or that it won't be one day - although highly unlikely in my opinion, it is possible.

If you are looking to spend an amount of time that is not advertised in the price list, then discussing fees is inevitable. In addition to what Tianna mentioned, I would add that the computer/tablet I arrive with is different from the one I do all my searching and correspondence from.

Posted By: tiannas

Sure there is a risk involved (unless you stay home and not see anyone ever, lol!).  Just because this law is not being enforced presently in Montreal does not mean that it couldn't be, or that it won't be one day - although highly unlikely in my opinion, it is possible.  
   
 But again, you have to get caught.  And caught directly in an exchange of sexual services for money.  
   
 If I was a super careful client, there are some simple measures I would take to protect myself:  
   
  - look only for well-reviewed and established independent providers (I don't necessarily think that the agencies are less safe, but they are not as discreet so could be riskier.)  
 - do not discuss fees or services with the provider (to know about services, read reviews, for fees, refer to her website)  
 - avoid bargains! (it seems every time I read about a bust in the US, the incentive was a cheaper than market rate)  
 - use outcall to a reputable and busy hotel (avoid cheap and short-stay hotels which are known for this type of activity...and while I think most incalls are perfectly safe, risk is minimized further by meeting in your own location - busy hotels are less likely to notice girls coming and going)  
   
 As far as crossing the border, it goes without saying that you should not be carrying notes and phone numbers, or anything that would indicate you are planning on hobbying in Canada.  
   
 In the majority of my meetings, there is no exchange of services for money.  I simply "find" an envelope that I slip into my purse when I leave.  
   
 

Wish I were coming to Montreal. But, alas, heading for Toronto. From what you have heard, through the business grapevine, are any of the girls being harassed or arrested by LE? Every once in awhile you read about a sting where both escorts and their customers are arrested? More in the US where I live. But, Canada does have some.  

Posted By: tiannas

Sure there is a risk involved (unless you stay home and not see anyone ever, lol!).  Just because this law is not being enforced presently in Montreal does not mean that it couldn't be, or that it won't be one day - although highly unlikely in my opinion, it is possible.  
   
 But again, you have to get caught.  And caught directly in an exchange of sexual services for money.  
   
 If I was a super careful client, there are some simple measures I would take to protect myself:  
   
  - look only for well-reviewed and established independent providers (I don't necessarily think that the agencies are less safe, but they are not as discreet so could be riskier.)  
 - do not discuss fees or services with the provider (to know about services, read reviews, for fees, refer to her website)  
 - avoid bargains! (it seems every time I read about a bust in the US, the incentive was a cheaper than market rate)  
 - use outcall to a reputable and busy hotel (avoid cheap and short-stay hotels which are known for this type of activity...and while I think most incalls are perfectly safe, risk is minimized further by meeting in your own location - busy hotels are less likely to notice girls coming and going)  
   
 As far as crossing the border, it goes without saying that you should not be carrying notes and phone numbers, or anything that would indicate you are planning on hobbying in Canada.  
   
 In the majority of my meetings, there is no exchange of services for money.  I simply "find" an envelope that I slip into my purse when I leave.  
   
 

No, for the most part, the girls can no longer be arrested.  I haven't heard of any girls being harassed by LE.
The only noteworthy activity here involved a couple of agencies, and that was part of a trafficking investigation, which commenced before the new laws were in place.  It really is business as usual here so far, and to this point there have been no indications that will change in the near future.