Move In Guide

Our Move-In takes place over Labor Day Weekend, from Friday, August 29 to Sunday, August 31, 2025. 

Move-in timeslots are designed to help reduce congestion in elevators and corridors. Once you check in, you’re welcome to take your time settling in. We appreciate your efforts to arrive during your selected timeslot to help ensure a safe and efficient move-in.

Instructions to pick your timeslot: (OPENS AUG 15) Login to the Housing Portal click on “Appointments”, and select your desired date and time. You will receive an email from us once this opens on August 15, 2025.

Move-In Helpers: We encourage limiting move-in helpers to needs only to help reduce congestion in corridors, elevators, and stairwells. Please note that after you move in, guests are not permitted in Residence until Tuesday, September 9. Family and friends who require accommodation should make hotel arrangements elsewhere, as they will be unable to stay in Residence.

Your AC Card + U-Pass is your: room key, your meal plan, your laundry card, your bus pass, and more!

Steps to complete for your AC Card + U-Pass:

• Submit your photo in the AC Photo portal once you have your network username and password which can be found in ACSIS.
• Be sure to select “Residence” as pickup location while completing the steps.
• Complete these steps before August 26 for your AC card to be waiting for you in your Residence move-in package.
• Submissions after August 26 may mean that you will have to stand in line to collect your AC card.
• If you have any questions or concerns about submitting your photo online, please contact Card Services.

You may want to get a sense of the space first and talk with your roommate before bringing or purchasing new items. Also note, both Thanksgiving and Fall Break are in October, which is a good opportunity to bring your cold weather/winter items.

Please Note: The Residence cannot guarantee availability of carts. If you require a cart for your move, please bring your own.

Algonquin College Residence is referred to as “R” building on the Ottawa Campus Map.

Residence Address

Algonquin College Residence
1385 Woodroffe Avenue
Nepean, ON K2G 1V8

Google Map 

Note: Guests are not permitted in Residence until Tuesday, September 09 at noon. Move-in helpers are accepted for daytime access. Family and friends should make arrangements elsewhere if they require overnight accommodation.

1. Once you have arrived on campus at the time you selected in your application, please drive directly to Parking Lot 10 as indicated on the campus map.
2. Come visit us in the white tent and prepare to show your photo ID to collect your Move-In package which includes the keys to your assigned room.
3. You will be directed towards the most convenient unloading area, based on your room assignment.

Parking:

Daytime parking is free for Move-In in weekend only in Lot 10 & 11. For all other times/lots, including overnight parking,  parking permits are required.  When purchasing your parking pass, be sure to select the Residence Lot 11 as all other lots are daytime parking only while the residence lot includes overnight.

Yes you can! We have a dedicated bike shelter in our small (sports) courtyard where you can secure your bike in a covered location. Please bring a secure bike lock with you.

Please note that these items are not permitted in Residence at any time.

• Refrigerator (including mini-fridges)
• Open element appliances
• Appliances without an automatic shut off
• Subwoofers (bass) or amps
• Scent diffusers, candles, incense
• Kitchen Garbage Bins (these are provided)
• Internet Router (there is wifi access in the building)
• Space heaters
• Pets
• Funnels and drinking game supplies
• Large volume alcohol containers
• Single serve glass bottles
• Cases of beer over 12 cans
• Nails or tacks (use 3M hooks for posters)
• Paint (it is not permitted to repaint the rooms)

Note: Bring one car only! If it doesn’t fit in one car, it likely won’t fit in your room.

Bedrooms Items

• Bed Linens (double XL bed – size 54″ x 76″)
• Comforter, blanket and pillows
• Small under bed storage, clothes hangers
• Small furniture items (eg. small dresser or bookshelf)
• Laundry basket
• Decorative items (eg. photos, pictures, posters, rugs, throws, plants)
• 3M Hooks or removable mounting tape for hanging decorative items (no nails or tacks please)
• Bedside lamp
• Bedroom garbage bin
• Television (televisions are no longer provided in the bedrooms)

Personal Items

• Laptop and charger or desktop computer
• Phone charger
• Headphones
• Study supplies (eg. notepads, pens, pencils, highlighters)
• CSA/UL approved power bars and extension cords
• Small appliances (eg. small fan, humidifier) *
• Reusable water bottle
• Smell proof container that seals completely for cannabis or tobacco storage (residents 19+ only) **

Kitchen Items

• Induction cooker *
• Toaster or toaster oven *
• Kettle, Coffee Maker *
• Dishes and utensils
• Pots and pans
• Tupperware, food storage containers
• Cooking utensils
• Glasses, cups, mugs
• Can opener, scissors
• Dishrack

Cleaning Supplies:

• Small personal vacuum
• Swiffer Wet cleaner and replacement pads
• Household disinfectant cleaners and wipes
• Laundry detergent, fabric softener, dry sheets
• Dish soap, hand soap, sponges, dish cloths
• Garbage bags
• Paper towel and kitchen towel
• Rubber gloves
• Duster

Bathroom Items

• Shower caddy
• Shower curtain and shower curtain hooks
• Bath mat
• Bath towel and hand towel
• Toothbrush, toothpaste and toothbrush holder
• Toilet paper
• Toilet brush and plunger

* All appliances MUST have an automatic shut off

** Not permitted during AC Residence Dry Week

The earliest move-in day for Winter Term 2026 is January 02, 2026.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide carts for everyone during move-in. If you need a cart, please bring one with you as we may not have carts available.

Once you arrive, Residence staff will greet you and provide your move-in package, which includes your room assignment and keys. Our Front Desk is available 24/7 to answer any questions you may have.

You’re welcome to bring your own helpers—just remember to bring a cart if you’ll need one.

To help reduce congestion in corridors and wait times for elevators, we kindly ask that you limit the number of individuals assisting you. Keep in mind that you may be moving in at the same time as your roommate—so that’s already quite a few people in a small space!

If you are unable to move in during the official move-in weekend, please email us at info@algonquinresidence.ca to let us know when you will be arriving so we can update your arrival date.

Yes you can! We have a dedicated bike shelter in our small (sports) courtyard where you can secure your bike in a covered location. Please bring a secure bike lock with you.

If you have specific accommodation needs, please indicate that in your Residence application under “Special Considerations”.

Please contact Attendant Services Program (Carleton University) to make arrangements for PSW support. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact us.