If you are thinking about renting off campus or just leaving Sheridan Residence and don't know where to start, here are a few commonly asked questions you should consider:

Q: What types of listings are offered on Places4Students?
A: Any listing posted by landlords looking to rent to students. They vary from a room in a family's home to basement apartments, semis, townhouses, or apartment complexes.

Q: What will happen if I skip out on my lease?
A: You will probably lose your deposit. If the deposit doesn't cover the loss, a landlord can pursue action in court.

Q: Am I responsible for my roommate?
A: You better believe it! If your roommate signed the lease, then you are responsible for their actions, as well as your own. If they skip out on you and the landlord, you're held accountable for their share of the responsibilities and rental payment.

Q: How much should I pay as the security deposit?
A: Each state/province has its own laws. Usually, a damage or security deposit can never be more than one month's rent. Ask for a written receipt, if you pay a damage deposit. In most cases, a landlord may require last month's rent, but then an additional security deposit should not be requested.

Q: What advice would you give to a first-time renter?

1. Prior to renting off-campus, students should familiarize themselves with some of the costs and fees which are typically incurred.

2. Before signing a lease, you should ask your potential landlord questions about fire and tenant safety.

3. If you have roommates, you should go beyond a verbal agreement and have a signed document prepared that has all the terms and conditions of your living arrangements in writing.

For more information download this Guide for Off Campus Housing or visit the Places4Students website.

The Sheridan Student Union (SSU) is aware of an activist visit currently underway at our Trafalgar Campus today. The SSU has expressed concern surrounding these planned activist activities since the group has not been invited by the College, the SSU or any student group we’re aware of.

The SSU encourages free speech in all of our student spaces. Despite this, the SSU believes that external non-student groups should be invited by the College or SSU to address such issues in appropriate forums and in respectful ways.

The SSU encourages any students who are negatively impacted by these planned activities to seek support from the resources that Sheridan College is making available.

Please see below for more information from Sheridan College.

"The CCBR is an anti-abortion advocacy group. As they have advised Sheridan, the purpose of their visits is to conduct outreach events, involving a small group of volunteers who stand in indoor, public access areas of the campus, with signs and literature, which may be graphic in nature. Sheridan’s approach to CCBR’s request to attend our campuses is rooted in the notion that freedom of expression is important at post-secondary institutions.

Sheridan is committed to being an organization that fosters inquiry, welcomes diverse opinions and values dialogue and debate. Sheridan supports students, employees and other groups in sharing their views on different subjects, including those that may be considered to be uncomfortable or controversial to some, when such expression is done in a safe and respectful manner and does not promote hatred or obscenities.

By allowing the CCBR to attend Sheridan’s campuses in accordance with our policy and procedure, it does not mean that Sheridan necessarily endorses the CCBR’s views. Sheridan does not take a position on either side of the pro-life/pro-choice debate."

Sheridan and Sheridan Student Union is committed to providing a safe and welcoming campus environment and we understand that some members of our community may find the CCBR’s materials upsetting.

Any students seeking comfort and support may access counselling through both scheduled and drop-in appointments. Services can be arranged via email at askanadvisor@sheridancollege.ca or by visiting or calling the Student Services Centre at:

Trafalgar B104 -- (905) 845-9430 ext. 2557(for Trafalgar and STC students)
Davis B230 -- (905) 845-9430 ext. 5400
HMC Welcome Desk -- (905) 845-9430 ext. 2528

For anyone with concerns regarding the behaviour or conduct of any individuals or groups distributing information on campus, please contact Campus Security at ext. 4044 or security@sheridancollege.ca

If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please submit your feedback using the form below. We're available for any additional support.