Sheridan International Recruitment Housing Tool kit

Welcome!

When travelling to a new city, country or school, finding a safe and affordable accommodation is an important step for our students. At Sheridan, approximately 78% of our international students require some form of off-campus housing rental accommodation. Our research shows that securing housing is directly linked to students choosing Sheridan as their first choice institution to study.

Sheridan’s three campuses reside in cities that have some of the highest rent rates in the country, while also having some of the lowest vacancy for available housing options. As a result, Sheridan has formed formal partnerships with two Housing Providers –Places4Students and Canada Homestay Network.

We want to ensure you have all the housing options, resources and information available in this tool kit to provide to students who are considering or have made the decision to attend Sheridan College.

If you have any questions, please contact me at: sunand.sharma1@sheridancollege.ca

Sunand Sharma Associate Dean, Community Citizenship and Student Leadership & Engagement

In this Tool kit you will find:

Housing Options

On-Campus Residence & Off-Campus Partnerships 01

Find out more about the three main housing options for students. These include Sheridan’s on-campus residences and the two partnerships with off-campus housing providers –Places4Students and Canada Homestay Network.

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Embedded Notes

Within each housing option, you will find embedded notes to help you describe the details of each service to students.

Helpful Links and Resources 03

In the last section, you will find housing resources and videos with direct links and a brief description about each resource.

Sheridan Residences

Your On-Campus Options

Sheridan Residence

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Sheridan offers three on-campus residences, one at our Davis Campus and two at our Trafalgar Road Campus. The Davis Residence in Brampton houses 350 students. Trafalgar Road Residences in Oakville collectively house 824 students. Students attending the Hazel McCallion Campus in Mississauga can conveniently live at the Davis Residence. Students have access to public transportation to travel between the three campuses.

Residence Includes:

Each suite is fully furnished, has 2 private bedrooms, a kitchenette, bathroom and shared living space

Movie theatre lounge and common kitchens with full sized stoves

Available at the Davis Residence, students can apply to live in a quad occupancy suite; spaces are limited and will be offered to students based on the discretion of Residence Management. Preference will be given to students studying at the Davis or HMC campuses

Our quad occupancy suites feature the same suite type as our standard 2-bedroom suites, but instead of 1 Double Bed in each of the bedrooms, each bedroom will now contain a bunk bed. Each bunk bed will feature a standard Twin XL mattress, a moveable ladder, and a safety rail installed on the top bunk. Each of the two bedrooms in the suite will hold one television, two desks, two chairs, one closet/wardrobe, one dresser, and one under bed storage located under the bottom bunk bed.

Shared amongst the 4 occupants of the suite will be a kitchenette with a microwave, full sized fridge, and a table with seating, along with a shared 3-piece washroom.

Cost Range Update

$8655 2 Bedroom Suite at Davis

$4706 Bunk Bed 2 bedroom Quad Style Suite at Davis

$8960 2 Bedroom Suite at Trafalgar

Residence Fees Incude:

Housing (rent)

Fully Furnished

Located on Campus, steps to the College

Utilities (Internet, Hydro, Water, Gas/Heating)

Full access to Sheridan’s Support Services

Full access to Residence Life Programming and Events

Access to Building Facilities (Games Room, Fitness Room*, Common Kitchens, Laundry Rooms, Study Lounges, Movie Lounge and more)

Staffed 24/7

On-site maintenance

*Trafalgar campus only. No fitness room within the Davis Residence

2022/2023

Trafalgar Residence: $8,165

Davis Residence: $8,535

Flexible payment plans are available Information is subject to change. Please refer to the Sheridan Residence Page.

Residence Rates:

What to tell Students:

For 2022-2023, applications are available February 1 - February 15th.

First-year students have guaranteed acceptance if they apply by March 31, 2023 and meet Sheridan's residence conditions. Students are required to adhere to application deadlines and be fully vaccinated. Apply early to residence! If students apply to residence before receiving their college/ program acceptance, they are encouraged to pay a $100 application fee to secure their spot in residence.

How soon after applying do students know if they have been accepted to Sheridan residence?

Acceptances will be sent out in mid-May and throughout the summer.

After acceptance and payment, students have access to create a profile on residence's roommate matching portal.

There are flexible arrival dates to accommodate study permits. Please direct students to contact Residence Management for a personalized accommodation plan:

Davis Campus: info.davis@sheridanresidence.ca

Trafalgar Campus: info.trafalgar@sheridanresidence.ca

For more information direct students to the Sheridan Residence Page.

Place4Students Your Off-Campus Options

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Places4Students Features:

Free service for students to find a new place.

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An easy-to-use database with updated listings. A roommate profile tool to help students look for their ideal roommate.

A sublet listing tool for students who sign 12-month leases but will be away for a portion of their lease agreement.

For assistance using Places4Students, please direct students to:

admin@places4students.com

1-866-766-0767

What to tell Students:

Easy-to-use database with postings organized by campus with details about location, cost and amenities included.

All services are completely FREE for students to use!

Safe platform to use; listings are cross-referenced and screened.

Students should start their housing search as soon as possible with available listings. Additional listings become available 1-2 months before each term.

Students can create a free profile for their roommate search if looking for a shared living accommodation.

Students are encouraged to check out our Places4Students User Guide to help them navigate this site.

Canada Homestay Network Your Homestay Option

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Canada Homestay Network

Canada Homestay Networks adds a valuable element to your education experience with opportunities to make lasting memories and friendships, learn practical English, and experience the community and the Canadian way-of-life with the guidance and support of your host family

Canada Homestay Network Features:

Canada Homestay Network connects students to a certified family in the community.

Each homestay host will include students in meaningful family time including meals, conversations and excursions.

Homestay options often include meal plans and amenities such as wifi.

Hosts are carefully screened and include reference checks, criminal record checks and thorough interviews.

What to tell Students:

Direct students to complete an application: https://studentportal.chnonline.ca/apply

Canada Homestay Network will send an invoice within 2-5 business days once their application is received online. The complete process generally takes four weeks.

Student will be required to submit a deposit depending on their type of homestay selected.

We recommended you apply a minimum of 5 weeks before arrival to explore suitable matches with a host

Students have the option to have airport pickup and/or return service for an additional fee.

Students are encouraged to check out our Canada Homestay Network

Info Guide for more information related to the registration and other FAQs.

Canada Homestay Network offers a Scholarship Opportunity to students:

Compare Your Options: What's best for YOU?

SHERIDAN RESIDENCE

Davis 2 Bedroom Suite:

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Listings may have additional costs that include monthly amenities and security deposits

APPLICATION DETAILS

Applications open midFebruary

Priority acceptance will be given to first year Sheridan students who apply by March 31st. Subject to availability

Students may live in residence for a specific term No commute for Davis and Trafalgar

Each suite is fully furnished with 2 private bedrooms, a

kitchenette and a bathroom

Residence Advisors are available to speak with students and help provide guidance when needed

The Residence is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by our front desk staff

Listings available all year long

Additional listings available 1-2 months before each term

MAIN FEATURES

Free to use service that provides safe listings for students

Easy-to-use database with postings organized by campus with details about location, cost, and amenities included

Roommate finder and sublet features built into

Places4Students platform Support available to assist if any help is needed

Price is depending on the plan chosen

Select plans include utilities, internet and meals

The application and matching process helps pair students to the right host Process typically takes 1 to 4 weeks

Flexible options allow for long term and short term accommodations with a minimum of 2 months

Provides students and their hosts with 24/7/365 firstlanguage support

Helpful Videos and Resources

Click on the resources below to help students along their housing search

Student Housing Guide 01

An all in one digital flip book that showcases all the housing options and compares all their features

Video: Where to Look for Housing 02

This video will give students tips on how to look for safe and affordable housing

Video: Tips for Signing your first Lease 03

This video will guide students on what to look for when signing a lease

Viewbook: Housing Options 04

Sheridan's Digital Viewbook has information about our campuses, programs, support services, housing and more!

Additional Student Housing Resources:

5 TIPS FOR FINDING OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING

Easy tips for students to follow when they are looking for housing.

TYPES OF ACCOMMODATIONS

This advising document outlines housing accommodations by cost and type to help students budget accordingly.

KNOW YOUR BUDGET

Before you start looking for places to rent, know your budget and what works for you financially. Check out this Student Living Cost Estimate to help you plan out your budget.

SIGNING A LEASE

Information for students to be aware of when they are signing their lease as well as a guide to Ontario's Standard Lease in multiple languages.

ROOMMATE AGREEMENT TEMPLATE

If students are living with roommates, this template helps in establishing house terms.

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