MOVE IN GUIDE
2019
This is your guide to an efficient move-in experience to Parkside. Please read through this guide for move-in procedures, move-in tips, a list of what will be provided in the room, ideas of what to bring and other information to think about as you prepare to move into Parkside. Please pay special attention to the procedures outlined on the next few pages. Move-in Notes Due to the large number of people moving in during a short period of time, it is VERY important that these procedures are followed. Please make sure you are arriving to move in at your specified date and time. Can’t Wait We are excited to meet you on your move-in day! Arriving Late Please let us know if you plan on arriving later than your scheduled move-in date by filling out our online late arrival form. Bed Bath & Beyond Look out for Bed Bath & Beyond coupons in your units for 20% off your purchase. Pick up anything you forgot from the store just a short 5 minute walk away. Parkside Management & Office Team General Inquiries: email: parkside@studenthousing.com phone: 416-977-8000 Joanne Gluck - General Manager email: jgluck@studenthousing.com Vivek Chohan - Assistant General Manager email: vchohan@studenthousing.com DeAngelo Brown - Bookkeeper email: deabrown@studenthousing.com Danielle Barnett - Residence Life Coordinator email: dbarnett@studenthousing.com
Get Involved Join in the fun and meet new people during the PARKSIDE Welcome Week! September 1st - September 10th We want YOU to become an active member in the community. Join Res Council! Elections for floor representatives will take place during your first-floor meeting. Parkside is where students want to live; so get involved. There are several ways that you can be involved in the Parkside community. Welcome Week & Residence Life Programs Join the fun and games at our 5th annual Welcome Week at Parkside happening from September 1st until September 10th. Welcome Week and other Residence Life Programs are a great way to get to know the people in your community, have fun, and even learn new things. Be sure to follow us on social media for event details and more! Residence Council The Parkside Residence Council will consist of residents just like you! At your first floor meeting, elections for floor representatives will be held. As part of the Residence Council, you will be able to use your voice to represent your fellow residents and ensure a living environment that is conducive to academic, personal, and social development. Community Assistants Interested in being a community leader, making a positive influence, gaining valuable job experience, while having a ton of fun? Become a Community Assistant. At this time all of our Community Assistant positions have been filled. However, due to need to be prepared for staffing changes during the year, please speak to a Residence Life Coordinator if you are interested in being placed on a waitlist or if you are interested in applying for the 2020-2021 year. Renters Insurance On move-in day it is required to show proof of renters insurance. Each resident may purchase their own or may be covered under their guardians insurance. Follow us on Social Media Facebook: Parkside Student Residence Instagram: Parkside111 Twitter: Parkside111 Snapchat: Parksideres
Move In Procedures Due to the substantial number of people moving in during a short period of time, it is very important that these procedures are followed. When you arrive, you will be directed to the check-in tables outside the front doors to register then receive your check-in forms, including your access card and bedroom key. You will be asked to present a photo ID to identify yourself as the resident who has signed the lease agreement. Please note that no one can check in on your behalf. If you have not completed your lease documents or paid your September instalment, you will be asked to do so prior to receiving your keys or move-in package. 01 - Drop Off We will help you unload your belongings into the speed packs that will be brought inside while you park your car. 02 - Check In Arrive at the Registration table for instructions on what stations you need to go to. 03 - Photo At the security desk we will take your picture for our system and create your profile. 04 - Oustanding Payments All outstanding payments will have to be made prior to receiving keys. 05 - Oustanding Documents If you are missing any documentation you will have to provide us with this upon move-in 06 - Keys You will receive the keys for your unit 07 - Speed pack pick up & head up to the unit Pick up your speed pack with your belongings and head up to your room to unpack immediately and bring the speedpack back down to the lobby for other residents to use What is available on move-in day? Parking A Parking map can be found below with nearby parking around the area. There is NO driveway access during move-in. We will have designated spots down Jarvis on the east side of the building for un-loading vehicles only with a 10 minute limit. Cafeteria Feel free to take your family down for a snack. Sunday September 1st - Welcome BBQ - 3rd floor terrace (Residents Only) September 1st - Regular Meal Plan Begins (No Food Service provided during BBQ) Internet You will have internet access information found in your Move-In package. There is high speed WiFi available throughout the building, including your unit.
The ABC’s of Move In A - Arrive during your appointed time We have scheduled arrival times by floor in an effort to control the number of people attempting to move into the building at any given time. This will only work if residents arrive during their appointed time and not earlier or later. Please help us make Move-In run smoothly by arriving on your assigned date and time! B - Bring people to help you We want the move-in process to be as efficient as possible. There are only a few unloading spots at the building. After you unload your car, we ask you move it to the designated parking area. You may leave your belongings in the unloading area. There will be Parkside staff in this area, but you may want to have someone wait with your belongings. C - Communicate with your roommates Talk to your roommates before you move-in about common items you can share. For example, you don’t want to end up with 4 shower curtains! See page 7 for some suggestions on what to bring. D - Do NOT bring a moving truck or trailer attached to a vehicle Due to the limited space for unloading and parking vehicles, we cannot accommodate large moving trucks or trailers in the unloading area. E - Ease your move in we have speed packs There will some speed packs available for use. Due to the large number of residents moving in, we will also have movers in the building to assist F - Form a plan for rain G - Gather the necessities If you are not in a studio unit, remember that you are sharing a space with other residents. Bring only what you will need for your own bedroom. You can make decisions regarding common room items with your roommates. See page 7 for some suggestions on what to bring.
What should I bring? All units are furnished with: • Study Desk and Chair • Bed (2B1B - Twin, all other double) • Under bed storage • Armoire • Roller blinds • Couch and Coffee table What to pack : • Bedroom: bed linens (twin/double), mattress foam, mattress cover, pillow, photos/room decorations, thumbtacks/pushpins or non marking adhesive material (command strips), alarm clock, hangers • Bathroom: towels, bathmat, shower curtain, shower liner, toiletries, toilet plunger, cleaning supplies, garbage can and bags • Laundry: bag/basket, detergent, dryer sheets Floor Lamps, bedside lamps, and garbage cans are able to be purchased as a set for $20
Don’t bring to residence: • Pets • Weapons • Fireworks • Illegal Drugs • Upholstered furntiure • Major appliances • Candles/incense Bed Bath & Beyond: In your move-in package you will receive a 20% off coupon for Bed Bath & Beyond if you forget anything
MAP SURROUNDING THE AREA
PARKING MAP