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Programs
who we are
Community Life at University Family Housing is made up of the Education & Communication Team and the Community & Recreation Team. Together they work alongside each other to enhance your residence life experience by creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging residence environment.
Education & Communication Team
The Education & Communication Team is made up of one full-time Residence Life Coordinator, Education & Communication, and seven part-time Residence Advisors. The Communications Team offers you a number of valuable services including educational & social events, bulletin board communications, a way to get information/share concerns about living at University Family Housing, and support with any difficulties you may be experiencing in your life.
Residence Advisors
The Charles Street community is divided into seven communities, each with its own Residence Advisor, who is a resident of University Family Housing and a UofT student. Residence Advisors (RAs) are responsible for orienting new residents to the building, educating their communities on policies and available resources, running relevant programming and community building.
The Residence Advisors hold office hours every Wednesday from 7:00pm – 9:00pm at the Residence Life Centre at 35 Charles Street West Suite 209. This is a great opportunity for residents to stop by and talk in person if they have any questions, need assistance, or just want to chat. Feel free to drop by during this time for support with any concerns you may have. Your RA can also be reached at the emails listed below. If you have any questions about the RA program, please email the Residence Life Coordinator.
Community Life at
Huron-Sussex
The Community Life Team creates programming and events for Charles Street Student Family Housing residents, but residents of Huron-Sussex are welcome to take part in our larger annual events.
Residents of Huron-Sussex often put on community parties and events for the neighbourhood and participate in the Community Garden.
Community & Recreation Team
The Community & Recreation Team is made up of two appointed staff members, the Residence Life Coordinator, Community & Recreation, and the Drop In Centre Supervisor, along with up to 20 work-study students. Together they bring residents a series of events, programs, and off-site trips. Some favourites have included the Maple Syrup Festival, a summer picnic at Cedar Park, strawberry picking in the spring and a visit to an apple orchard in the fall.
The Community & Recreation Team also manages the Free Store and Drop In Centre.
Events This Week
The Community Life team offers a variety of children and adult classes, workshops, and seminars during the year. The programs include yoga, arts and crafts programs, an amazing ‘free’ tutoring program, family and children movies, specialty one time programs, field trips, etc.
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Annual Events
Each year the Community Life team offers wonderful events for both our Charles Street and Huron-Sussex communities.
Earth
Hour
Late March, celebrate with us while your apartment lights are out. Games, prizes and snacks will keep you movin’ while the world conserves.
SPRING Rooftop
Festival
In early June, we celebrate the Spring with a party on our rooftop garden. In previous years, we’ve had planting, face painting, book exchanges, hop scotch & more! Of course there is always free food and drinks too!
Haunted
Halloween
Put on your favourite Halloween costume and dive into the spooky festivities, including a spooky tour through our “Haunted House”, snacks, crafts, face painting, Trick-or-Treat giveaways, a dance party and more!
FALL Rooftop
Festival
A final opportunity for families to come together on the Rooftop Garden to celebrate the fall season, sample treats and enjoy the garden before it closes for the winter.
Community Resources
In addition to the events our Community Life Team puts on, we have many other resources available to our community.
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