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Generally speaking, residence and room assignments are based on a randomized lottery system that takes into consideration your building and room type preferences. However, we recognize that some students have unique circumstances that require special consideration. If this describes you, here’s what you need to know:

• We can’t guarantee that all requests will be accommodated, but we will work with you in finding a living situation that best meets your needs. Most of our residences can accommodate a variety of accommodation situations. For a list of the most common requests and associated residence locations, consult the summary of potential locations outlined below.

To submit an Accessibility Accommodation Request:

1. Complete your Residence Application on the Housing Portal and indicate on your form that you have an accessiblity accommondation need. 
2. You will be directed to complete an Accessibility Accommodation Form on the Housing Portal.
3. Complete all sections of the form and follow instructions to download the Accommodation form to be validated and signed by your attesting professional.
4. Your attesting professional is an unrelated practitioner who is working directly with you who can confirm your specific accommodation needs, including but not limied to a physican, specialist, counsellor, teacher or therapist.  If citing lifestyle, cultural or religious reasons, an attesting professional's supporting document/signature is not always necessary. We will contact you if we require additional information.
5. You can print the form directly from the Housing Portal or download the  Accessiblity Accommodation Form.  
6. Upload your completed Accessibility Accommodation  Form, including the section completed by the professional, submit it to Residence Admissions through the Housing Portal, email or fax.

Medical Marijuana

In consideration of revised legislation around the use of marijuana for medical purposes, Student Housing Services, in consultation with campus stakeholders, has developed a Medical Marijuana Policy for accommodating authorized individuals. This Policy is intended to balance the need to accommodate the medical needs of an individual with the potential impact on the health and safety of the surrounding residence community, as well as meeting any legal obligations that may exist.

Service Animals 

Service animals are permitted in residence in two locations (East Village Townhouses and West Residence), subject to conditions and appropriate documentation. Students requesting permission to bring a service animal to residence must meet with the Director of Housing prior to approval being granted.

How We Assign

We are able to accommodate most disabilities and special needs in a variety of different residence communities. Your assignment will be based on several factors, as follows: a) your preferences as listed on your Residence Application, b) your accommodation needs as outlined by your supporting documentation, c) our availability of specific room type and facilities, and d) your lottery number.

Here is a list of the types of accommodations and potential residence locations: