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Moving In

Moving into residence is an incredibly exciting experience! The information listed below will help ensure that the process runs as smoothly as possible.

 

Arrival Details

The residence is located at 321 Bloor Street W. in downtown Toronto. For additional details, please view our location on Google Maps.

Arrival via the Airport

If you are travelling to Toronto via the airport, you may travel to the residence via taxi or the Union-Pearson (UP) Express train. Details related to taxi and limousine service from the airport are available on the Toronto Pearson International Airport website. To arrive by train, please learn more by visiting the UP Express website.

Arrival via Car/Taxi

If travelling to the residence by car/taxi, please arrive on the St. George Street side of the residence building to unload your belongings. A team of student volunteers will be available to assist you with moving your belongings to your suite. After unloading, you may then proceed into the residence to check in. Volunteers will be available to direct you to nearby parking.

In August, please expect an email outlining further details related to the move-in process.

What Should I Pack?

To bring:

  • Important documentation (university, health, etc.)
  • Toiletries and personal care appliances
  • Clothing (appropriate for variable weather)
  • Clothing hangers
  • Towels and washcloths
  • Laundry bag and detergent
  • Bedding (for a twin XL bed), pillow(s)
  • Athletic and recreational gear
  • Umbrella and rain boots
  • Cutlery and kitchenware
  • Dish drying rack
  • Small appliances (toaster, coffee-maker, etc.)
  • Wi-Fi router or ethernet cable
  • Optional: Personal mini-fridge (must be stored in your bedroom)

Not to bring:

  • Candles and incense
  • Smoking materials
  • Drapes, wall hangings, wallpaper, paint
  • Halogen lamps or space heaters
  • Subwoofers/amps or other large speakers
  • Mattresses & other large furniture items 
  • Light bulbs
  • Combustible items
  • Pets (including fish)
  • Pressure cookers, instant hot pots or fryers
  • Over the door hooks or hangers

What is provided?

Kitchen

  • Full oven and stove
  • 1-2 refrigerators
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen island
  • 3-4 stools
  • Sofa and sofa chair
  • Coffee table
  • Broom and dustpan
  • Mop and bucket

Bedroom

  • Twin XL bed
  • Under-bed storage
  • Large closet with shelf
  • Desk
  • Desk lamps and floor lamps
  • Desk chair
  • Full-length mirror
  • Bookshelf

Bathroom

  • Shower curtain
  • Toilet brush
  • Toilet plunger