Move-in Information 2011
MOVE-IN DATES
Newly Admitted Students official move in day is Friday, September 2nd.
Current York Students can move in beginning Saturday, September 3rd.
UNLOADING AND PARKING
The time allotted for parking near the residence buildings will be restricted, and students should be prepared to unload their belongings quickly and then move their vehicle to a nearby parking lot.
On new student move-in day September 2nd, there will be plenty of residence staff and orientation leaders on hand to deliver a warm welcome and help you move in.
CHECK-IN AND KEY PICK-UP
Students will be asked to show photo identification when picking up their keys. A student photo ID card, a driver’s license, or a passport, are all acceptable forms of identification.
Check-in Times & Key Pick-up Locations |
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Your Residence |
Friday September 2nd-Wednesday September 7th |
Thursday, September 8th and After |
Tatham, Vanier and Winters Residences
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Housing Complex 1 Office 108 McLaughlin College 8:30am – 10pm |
Housing Complex 1 Office 108 McLaughlin College 8:30am – 4:30pm (Mon-Fri) |
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Bethune, Stong, Calumet Residences
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Housing Complex 2 Office 101 Bethune College 8:30am-10pm |
Housing Complex 2 Office 101 Bethune College 8:30am – 4:30pm (Mon-Fri) |
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Pond Road Residence
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Pond Road Residence Front Desk 8:30am – 10pm |
Housing Complex 1 Office 108 McLaughlin College 8:30am – 4:30pm (Mon-Fri) |
AFTER-HOURS ARRIVAL
Students are encouraged to check-in during the Housing office hours posted above or make alternative accommodation arrangements if planning to arrive after hours. For your convenience, we have included a list of hotels on and around campus.
REQUEST FOR EARLY MOVE-IN
Students should arrange to arrive on our published move-in dates.
Early move-in request form is now closed.
RESIDENCE STAFF AND ORIENTATION LEADERS:
You will not be required to go online and complete an early move-in request form. The office of
SCLD will send Housing the list of names and approved check-in times for residence staff and
orientation leaders who are approved to move in early for training and orientation preparation. Please check with your Residence Life Coordinator or YODA Chair for approved early move-in dates.
Arrivals after September 7th
Please notify us using the contact information provided if you plan to arrive after classes begin on Wednesday, September 7th, or your room reservation will be cancelled and you will be charged a $500 cancellation fee.
THINGS YOU SHOULD BRING
Here’s a checklist of some items you should plan to pack: picture or poster hangers that don’t damage the wall or door surfaces (e.g. over-the-door hooks for your closet or sticky-tack for your walls); bathrobe and shower shoes; towels and toiletries; a laundry hamper and detergent; clothes hangers; your own bed linens; under-the-bed storage bins; alarm clock; your computer and a power bar with surge protection; headphones; health card and medications and any information that the University sent you over the summer.
THINGS YOU SHOULD NOT BRING
Do not bring any extra large pieces of furniture. Your residence room comes furnished with a single bed and mattress, dresser, desk, bookshelves and chair. Residence furnishings may not be removed from rooms and stored. Storage is only provided for empty trunks and suitcases. Don’t bring pets (including fish), large amplifiers and sub-woofers, or candles.
Do not bring cooking appliances including microwaves and toaster ovens. Cooking is not permitted in the residence rooms, unless you have been assigned a suite-style room that comes equipped with kitchen access. You can rent a compact refrigerator for your room from Coldex, and there are microwaves available in most common rooms for heating up a snack or water for your tea.
PHONE AND COMPUTER HOOK-UPS
Each room is equipped with a phone and local calling service for each student.
Each room is wired for high speed internet. All you need is your computer, a network card andcable.
INSURANCE
The University cannot take responsibility for any personal items that are lost or damaged due to theft, fire, water or any other cause, whether located in your room or any other part of the residence. We strongly recommend that you make your own arrangements for insurance coverage before moving in.
MAIL AND COURIER
Make sure you tell your correspondents your correct mailing address, otherwise your mail may be significantly delayed or returned to sender. Your address will be:
Your Name
Your Room # and Residence Building
York University
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON M3J 1P3
Canada
Be sure to include the word Residence in your building address. Each student will receive a key to her/his own mailbox. York’s Postal Service will begin mail delivery on Wednesday, September 7h. Mail is normally delivered to student mailboxes by 2pm, Monday to Friday. Packages that are too large for the mailboxes may be picked up from the Housing Office and students will be notified when such items are delivered.
Housing can accept private courier deliveries during normal office hours but cannot accept responsibility for any deliveries to the residences outside of office hours.
