111 CARLTON STREET Toronto, Ontario M5B 2G3 416-977-8000 Parkside@studenthousing.com
PARKSIDE MOVE-IN GUIDE 2018 PARKSIDE STUDENT RESIDENCE
EXTRAORDINARY SPACES FOR EXTRAORDINARY LIVING
This is your guide to an efficient move-in experience to Parkside. Please read through this guide for movein 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
CAN'T WAIT
ARRIVING LATE
Due to the large number of people moving in during a short period of time, it is VERY important that these procedures are followed.
We are excited to meet you on your move-in day!
Please let us know if you plan on arriving later than your scheduled move-in date by filling out our online late arrival form.
PARKSIDE MANAGEMENT AND OFFICE TEAM General Inquiries: Email: Parkside@studenthousing.com Phone: (416) 977-8000 Joanne Gluck - General Manager Email: jgluck@studenthousing.com Tamara Batta - Assistant General Manager (Bookkeeper) Email: tbatta@studenthousing.com Vivek Chohan - Residence Life Coordinator Email: vchohan@studenthousing.com
GET INVOLVED Join in the fun and meet new people during the PARKSIDE Welcome Week! September 2nd - September 9th 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:
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WELCOME WEEK AND RESIDENCE LIFE PROGRAMS Join the fun and games at our 4th annual Welcome Week at Parkside happening from September 2nd to September 9th. 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 ASSISTANT 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 2019-2020 year.
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. 1- DROP OFF
2 - CHECK-IN
3 - PHOTO
We will help you unload your belongings into the speed packs that will be brought inside while you park your car.
Arrive at the Registration table for instructions on what stations you need to go to.
At the security desk we will take your picture for our system and create your profile.
4 - OUTSTANDING PAYMENTS
5 - OUTSTANDING DOCUMENTS
6 - KEYS
All outstanding payments will have to be made prior to receiving keys.
If you are missing any documentation you will have to provide us with this upon move-in
You will receive the keys for your unit
7 - SPEED PACK PICK UP AND HEAD UP TO UNIT Pick up your speed pack with your belongings and head up to your room to unpack with one of our helpers who will unload your belongings & return speed pack to lobby
CHECK-IN PROCEDURES When you arrive, you will be directed to the check-in tables in LOCATION to receive your move-in package, 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 installment, you will be asked to do so prior to receiving your keys or move-in package. Â
WHAT'S AVAILABLE ON MOVE-IN DAY?
PARKING A Parking map can be found below with nearby parking around the area.
CAFETERIA Feel free to take your family down for a snack. Sunday September 3rd - Welcome BBQ - 3rd floor terrace (Residents Only) September 3rd - Brunch? September 4th - Regular Meal Plan Begins
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.Â
THE ABC'S OF MOVE-IN 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! 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. 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.
Do NOT bring a moving truck or trailer attached to vehicle. Due to the limited space for unloading and parking vehicles, we cannot accommodate large moving trucks or trailers in the unloading area.
Ease your move. We will 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
Form a plan for rain
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 & Chair Bed: 2B1B - Twin, All Others - Double Under Bed Storage Armoire Roller Blinds Couch and Coffee Table
WHAT TO PACK Bedroom: - Bed Linens (Double/Twin) - Mattress Foam - Mattress Cover - Pillow - Photos/Room Decorations - Thumbtacks/pushpins or non-marking adhesive materials - Alarm Clock - Hangers
Bathroom: - Towels - Bathmat - Shower Curtain - Toiletries - Toilet Plunger
Cleaning Supplies Garbage Can & Bags
Laundry: - Bag/Basket - Detergent - Dryer Sheets
DON'T BRING TO RESIDENCE -
Pets Weapons Fireworks Illegal Drugs Upholstered furniture Major Appliances Candles/Incence
BED BATH & BEYOND In your move-in package you will receive a 20% off coupon for Bed Bath & Beyond if you forget anything
MOVE-IN MAP
Here is a map of near-by places you'll want to visit in Toronto.Â
PARKING MAP
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.Â