Residence What are the benefits of living in Residence? There are many benefits of living in Residence, some include: We are located ON CAMPUS. We offer 8 month leases. We have a team of Resident Advisors who plan and execute nightly programs, offer academic support, and help with your transition into post-secondary. We have a number of leadership opportunities to get you involved in the Residence community, such as Residence Council. We have a Residence Outreach worker who provides confidential services to help support student’s overall wellbeing throughout the year. We staff on duty 24/7, 365 days a year! We have secured main entrances that require electronic swipe cards for access. We have a guest sign in policy to ensure the safety and security in the Residence community. Guests must sign in with a piece of valid photo ID at the front desk. What are the bedroom styles are available in Residence? Please see all of our suite styles here: https://durhamresidence.ca/suite-comparison/ How do I apply to Residence? Click HERE and select “Apply Now” to get started! Please note that a one-time-only application fee of $100.00 is required to submit an application. What is the application deadline? Please see here for deadline information: https://durhamresidence.ca/faq/#1 How is my roommate selected? Please see here for roommate information: https://durhamresidence.ca/faq/#11 What if I have a roommate conflict during the year? If you have a roommate conflict during the year, you should contact your Resident Advisor to discuss the issues and possible solutions; they are trained in mediation and can help to solve the problem. If the concern persists, the Resident Advisor will notify the Residence Life Coordinator (the manager who oversees the Residence Life program), who will then work with both parties to achieve a solution. When can I expect to hear from the Residence? Monthly, the Residence will be sending out important information, including what to bring to Residence, move in information, ways to get involved, Orientation Week, and the roommate portal process. This information will be sent to the email address you used when you applied on the Housing Portal. If you would like to get in touch with the Residence, please send us an email at info@dc-otresidence.ca or call us at South Village – 905.728.8700 ext. 8000 or Simcoe Village – 905.728.8700 ext. 8100. You can also LiveChat with us on our website: www.durhamresidence.ca