Move-in Details
Fall Move-in: August 28 - September 5, 2022
Move-in will begin on Sunday, August 28, 2022. Make sure to check out the move-in email for all information on how to select your move-in date/time as well as all information you will need prior to moving in.
We are so excited to welcome you to campus this fall! Moving into Residence is an amazing place to make connections in your building, floor and within the Residence community.
We have a week packed with events to help you get started on your journey.
We anticipate having large attendance at Residence Welcome Week events and encourage you to RSVP to all the events you plan on attending. This is not a requirement.
Consent and Healthy Relationship Trivia
Date: Aug. 29 | 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Blue Room (Dining Centre)
A safe space for all students to come and learn more about consent and healthy relationships.
Residence Association Involving Sexual Education (RAISE) - Sex Trivia
Date: Aug. 29 | 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Aurora Multi-Purpose Room (Aurora Hall)
A safe space to talk about all things sex safety.
Residence Bonfire
Date: Aug. 29 | 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Residence Quad (outside Aurora Hall)
Join Residence for an upbeat night of s'mores, art and puppies. This is an opportunity to meet people from other buildings and communities—make new friends and connections.
Residence 101
Date: Aug. 30 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: ST140 and ST148
Learn about what it's like to live in Residence and the supports and services available! Talk to your CA to find out when your building is attending Residence 101.
Inclusive Button Making
Date: Aug. 30 | 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Blue Room (Dining Centre)
Join us for an engaging time to make pronoun pins.
Rainbow Council Craft Making
Date: Aug. 30 | 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Aurora Multi-Purpose Room (Aurora Hall)
Join us for some fun crafting, colouring and conversation.
Residence Dodgeball Championships
Date: Aug. 30 | 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Red & Gold Gym
A fusion of fun, spirit and community building. Dodge, duck, dip, dive and…dodge—come out and play. All level of skill is welcome.
Welcome BBQ at The Landing
Date: Aug. 31 | 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: The Landing
The Dining Centre is officially welcoming you to residence/back to residence with a welcome BBQ.
South Residence (all buildings except for Crowsnest and Varsity Courts) Building Meet & Greets
Date: Aug. 31 | 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: talk to your CA for the location and when your floor should be going
A chance to drop in to meet other residents, staff and Student Leaders that will be a part of your experience in Residence.
Movie in the Quad
Date: Aug. 31 | 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Residence Quad (outside Aurora Hall)
Grab a blanket and enjoy the giant screen outdoors. We will be featuring Jumanji!
Dinos Football Kickoff
Date: Sept. 2 | 5:30 p.m.
Location: McMahon Stadium
Walk over to the stadium with your CA to attend one of UCalgary’s biggest sporting event.
Residence Resource Fair
Date: Sept. 3 | 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Residence Quad (outside Aurora Hall) & Virtruvian Space (Dining Centre)
Learn more about resources and councils available in Residence as well as participate in activities and get some free swag.
North Residence (Crowsnest and Varsity Courts) Building Meet & Greets
Date: Sept. 3 | 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: talk to your CA for the location and when your floor should be going
A chance to drop in to meet other residents, staff and Student Leaders that will be a part of your experience in Residence.
Mental Health & Roommate Conflict
Special guest speaker – Kiefer Collison from Big Brother Canada
Date: Sept. 4 | 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Location: Blue Room (Dining Centre)
Join Kiefer Collison, voted Canada's Favourite Houseguest in Season 9, in a discussion about mental health and communal living.
Quad and Chill
Date: Sept. 4 | 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Residence Quad (outside Aurora Hall)
Connect with other resident students while enjoying lawn games!
Evening Skate
Date: Sept. 4 | 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Olympic Oval
Experience a fun night of skating in the Olympic Oval, widely known as The Fastest Ice in the World.
Calgary Stampeders vs. Edmonton Elks (Labour Day Classic)
Date: Sept. 5 | 2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: McMahon Stadium
First 200 tickets are free! Pick up your ticket for the most anticipated game of the year—the Battle of Alberta Labour Day Classic! Tickets will be available under the tent at the NW end of the stadium for Residence students. All you need is your student ID card. If tickets run out, you can purchase tickets for $15 using the QR code provided at the tent.
Winter, Spring/Summer and Family Housing Move-ins
Three easy steps to moving in to Residence:
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Pick up your move-in package
Pick up your move-in package and room keys at the Campus Service Centre located in International House. Photo ID is required. Temporary parking is available in the loop in front of the building. - Move into your new home
Moving carts are available at the Campus Service Centre to help you. -
Get to know your new neighbours
Residents can move into Varsity Courts on the first day of the first tenancy month. All documentation must be complete before keys will be issued.
1. Sign tenancy agreement
2. Provide proof of tenancy insurance in good order
3. Provide proof of marriage or common-law status in good order (if applicable)
4. Pay fees
5. Move-in inspection
Move-in During School Year
If you are moving into residence outside of the main fall move-in dates, you will need to check-in at the Campus Service Centre during office hours. If you are arriving outside of office hours, please contact the Campus Service Centre to see if there is availability for after hours check-in.
Make sure that the Campus Service Centre is aware of your move-in date, so they are able to check you in properly. To make your check-in smooth:
- Make sure you have signed your Residence Agreement, through your Resident Portal.
- You have photo ID
Once you have moved in, make sure to read the Now What Guide, to help you figure out your new home.