What to Bring and What Not to Bring to Residence
So you’re ready to move into AC Residence but you’re not sure what to pack? We got you!
The Residence offers many perks and amenities which saves you from bringing unnecessary items from home.
When packing, we recommend that you start with the essentials first. Once you move in, get settled and meet your roommate, you can talk about what else you might need for your suite. Don’t forget that Thanksgiving and Fall Break are great opportunities to bring anything else you need from home, such as winter clothing and bedding.
Bring one car only! If it doesn’t fit in one car, it likely won’t fit in your room.
What to Bring
Bedrooms Items
- Bed Linens (double 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
What NOT to Bring
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)
AC Residence Dry Week
Please be aware that Residence Move In, Orientation and Dry Week is substance free. No resident is permitted to possess or consume alcohol or cannabis in Residence or on Residence premises (including in the courtyards).
Dry Week starts from the day you move in until Monday, September 11th at noon (12:00pm).
Can I bring my bike to Residence?
Yes you can! We have a dedicated Bike Hut in Rosser Courtyard where you can secure your bike in a covered location. Please bring a secure bike lock with you.
To get to the Rosser Courtyard from the Front Lobby, walk across the Main Courtyard and enter into the Back Lobby. From there, follow the floor stickers to Rosser Courtyard.
Please note that the Bike Hut and Rosser Courtyard are only accessible from the Back Lobby or Stairwell A. There is no outside access.
