Helpful Tips

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Looking For Housemates?

Written by Adam King - Jun 20, 2023

It is common for students looking for housemates or to fill houses to post on the different Off-Campus Housing social media groups

ASUS MOVE OUT EVENT - Come drop off your old furniture and other goods you don't know what to do with at the ASUS house. We will be diverting waste by allocating materials to appropriate areas and donating to charities.

ASUS' Move Out Waste Diversion Events

Written by Adam King - Apr 26, 2022

During the month of April, the Off-Campus Living Advisor and ASUS are teaming up for donation and giveaway events. If you have usable items in good condition that you wish to donate to a local charity, keep out of landfill, or give to a fellow student, these event is for you!

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Challenging Conversations with Housemates

Written by Adam King - Feb 02, 2022

It may be a surprise to hear that not all housemates get along. Conflict between housemates is common, even between well established friendships.

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Can a Lease Agreement be broken?

Written by Adam King - Dec 23, 2021

With the latest announcement of virtual classes in January and February, many students are considering staying from home for the winter term. If you are considering this and hoping to break your lease agreement, you may or may not be able to.

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What you will need for your Housing Search

Written by Adam King - Nov 09, 2021

Searching for housing can be a stressful process but it doesn't need to be. If you are prepared, know what to do, and where to look the process can be quite smooth. So how do you prepare?

Canada Homeshare in Kingston

Written by Canada Homeshare - Nov 03, 2021

Kingston HomeShare is an intergenerational housing program by the National Initiative for Care of the Elderly. Homeshare works to match older adult home providers with students to create mutually beneficial living solutions.