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What To Bring

Here is a list of suggested items that you can bring with you when you move into Residence:

  • Bed Linens, Towels, Comforter, Pillows, Blankets (suitable for a double-width, queen-length bed – 54 inches by 80 inches. The beds are oversized double beds but we recommend queen-size sheets.)
  • Cleaning Products; Dish Soap, Mop, Bucket, Broom, Dustpan, Rags, etc.
  • Alarm Clock/Radio
  • Computer, ensure your computer has an Ethernet cord & card in order to be able to conveniently access the Internet. Modems do not work at the Residence. Ethernet cords can be purchased from the Bookstore during regular business hours.
  • Toaster, Coffee Maker, Kettle, Iron, Toaster Oven, Foreman Grill, etc. (No hotplates of any kind – this is for your safety)
  • Laundry Detergent and Fabric Softener
  • Clothes Hangers
  • Pots, Pans, Dishes, Glasses, Utensils, Dish Rack, Garbage Bags, etc.
  • Toilet Paper, Shower Curtain, First Aid kit, Personal Hygiene items, etc
  • All required school supplies
  • Small Furniture Items: Bookshelf, Night Table or Small Dresser (we recommend only bringing these items after you have been in the room for a few weeks to prevent bringing in items that will not fit)
  • VCR, DVD Player, Gaming System – please note, not all TVs have required connections, adapters may be needed
  • Sticky tack for any posters you would like to put up in your suite
  • Hand-held Vacuum, Swiffer Sweeper/Duster etc…

What Not To Bring

  • Animals/Pets
  • Weapons: Hunting Knives, Swords, Firearms, Paintball Guns etc…
  • Hot Plates and Deep Fryers or appliances with open elements ( Hot plates and open heat sources are not permitted.)
  • Candles and Incense
  • Kegs of Beer, Beer Bottles, Single-serving Glass Containers, Mini-kegs, Beer Funnels
  • Drug Paraphernalia
  • Hooks or Nails
  • Refrigerators or Freezers

Only CSA approved electrical appliances with automatic shut off feature are allowed in the Residence (such as kettles, toaster ovens, irons…). Only refrigerators and freezers provided by the Residence will be allowed in the suites.

Note: the above list is not comprehensive and is subject to change without notice.

Decorating Your Suite

Nothing is to be affixed to your window or sitting on your window ledge that would deface or compromise the general esthetics of the outside of the building. The only acceptable form of affixing items to walls in your suite is the use of white sticky tack or 3M Command Strips. Please keep in mind that absolutely nothing is to be pinned, taped, screwed, nailed, or stapled into any wall or furnishing within your Residence room.

While we do allow students to decorate their suite door, we ask that all material on the door is deemed appropriate and inclusive to all students. Any item that is considered to be inappropriate or derogatory will be removed.

Posters within the Residence that advertise for any group or personal reasons must be pre-approved by the Residence Life Coordinator and/or the General Manager.

Decorations in your suite should be fire-retardant and flame-proof. Strings of indoor lights should not be in direct contact with any flammable materials and should not be left on while the room is unattended.
Real trees/plants and artificial snow are not permitted in Residence.

Healthy Living

In a Residence environment it is much easier for communicable diseases to spread. Here are some strategies to help keep you healthy and avoid catching some of the germs that may be prevalent from time to time:

  • Keep up to date on your immunizations
  • Wash your hands frequently
  • Don't share drinks or cigarettes
  • Limit your contact with others when you are ill
  • Get plenty of rest
  • Eat a balanced diet
  • Live a balanced life
  • Maintain a clean suite at all times