Welcome Home! Bienvenue chez vous!
We look forward to welcoming you to the safe and exciting residence community at York University’s Glendon Campus. Living in residence is an incredible opportunity and we hope that residence becomes your home away from home for the next few months.
As the Fall Term is just around the corner, we would like to remind you that the Housing & Conference Services and Residence Life teams are here to assist your transition into campus life and to connect you with the campus resources to help you succeed. Please find important information pertaining to your residence experience below.
Before you arrive, there are a few important details we would like you to note to ensure you are move-in ready. Please read the following information carefully and if you have any questions or concerns before you arrive to campus, contact us by phone at 416-487-6844 or emailing residence@glendon.yorku.ca.
Move-in Schedule
WINTER 2024: Move-in Day for Winter 2024 semester will be Friday, January 5, 2024.
Commonly Asked Questions
Please check our FAQs about moving-in and learn more information about our rooms and building features.
Learn more about our Residence Life team.
What to Bring/Not Bring
Storage is limited in residence, so you are encouraged to bring only the essentials. We've compiled a list for your convenience!
Move-In Steps
Step 1: Know your room assignment
Students who have a confirmed room booking for 2024 Winter Term will receive an email from Housing & Conference Services including your room assignment and move-in window for those moving in on January 5, 2024. Please ensure you have added residence@glendon.yorku.ca as a recognized sender.
Step 2: Plan for your move-in day
New Student Move-In on January 5, 2024 - You will receive an email with confirmation of your move-in time block (move-in window). We ask that you adhere to the time block as arriving too early or too late may result in delays issuing your keys.
For your safety and security, it is important that you bring valid government-issued photo ID or YU-card with you on Move-in Day. To protect your privacy, we are unable to issue keys to parents, relatives, friends or representatives.
You are permitted to have two (2) guests assisting you with move-in. We ask that only the student checking in visit the Key Pick Up Location.
Residence Linens – purchase stylish bedroom, bathroom and kitchen items, at great student-friendly pricing. Take advantage of free shipping and delivery straight to your residence. Residence Linens has a variety of items that will turn your room into your second home! Order your items online at Residence Linens. Order as soon as possible to guarantee delivery by move-in day.
Coldex Fridge Rentals – enjoy the convenience of your own fridge in residence! Coldex will deliver your fridge before you move in and pick up your fridge after you leave. Order your fridge rental online at Coldex. Note: community fridges are not available in traditional style residences. It is strongly recommended that you bring or rent a mini-fridge.
Contents Insurance – we strongly recommend you purchase contents insurance for your personal belongings before moving in. The University does not take responsibility for any personal items that are lost or damaged in residence due to theft, fire, floods or other incidents beyond our control.
About your residence – For information about your residence, including what is provided in your room, please visit our residence information page.
Step 3: Move into Residence
Arriving to campus: Upon arrival to campus, please make your way to your Key Pick-Up Location. We have both an interactive campus map and a move-in specific campus map to assist you. Only the student checking in should visit the Key Pick-up Location. Please be prepared to show, your YU-card or government issued photo ID. Once your ID has been verified, you will receive your welcome package which will include your residence access card and room keys.
Key Pick Up Locations:
| RESIDENCE | KEY PICK-UP LOCATION FRIDAY JANUARY, 5, 2024 | KEY PICK-UP LOCATION OTHER DAYS OUTSIDE OF JANUARY 5, 2024 |
| Wood Residence | Housing Services Office – 104C Greenhouse Monday to Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm | Housing Services Office – 104C Greenhouse Monday to Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
| Hilliard Residence | Housing Services Office – 104C Greenhouse Monday to Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm | Housing Services Office – 104C Greenhouse Monday to Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
Arriving at your residence: Upon arrival at your residence, please unload your vehicle at your designated residence entrance.
Late arrivals: If you are unable to make your move-in appointment, please contact Glendon Housing Services (residence@glendon.yorku.ca) as soon as possible. Any incoming resident who does not check into their room by the first day of classes, and has not notified Glendon Housing Services by email, will lose their room reservation and will incur a no-show fee of $500.00 to their student account.
Welcome to Glendon Residence!
A member of our Residence Life team will connect with you after move-in to welcoming you to Residence at Glendon!
- Visit the Housing Updates website to learn more about how we're keeping our residences safe.
- Information about the Fall Term at Glendon can be found on the Glendon College website.
- The Welcoming YU Back Roadmap can be found on the Better Together website.
Undergraduate Residence Handbook
By signing your Residence Occupancy Agreement, you agree to abide by the Residence Community Standards, Policies and Procedures, and all other regulations in the Residence Handbook. The Handbook contains valuable information pertaining to living in residence from safety procedures to submitting a work order. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with all the contents of the Handbook.