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Merry December 03. Note from Daniel

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Hi Parksiders, December is here, woohoo! As we approach the end of the term and gear towards exams season, remember to take some time to selfcare! Toronto offers great activities in December like the Distillery Holiday market, ice skating and more. Feeling like staying in? Explore the various parkside amenities, challenge your friends to a Foosball or ping pong match, watch a movie in the theatre lounge or grab a book and get cozy by the fireplace!

As we prepare for the exam season’s crunch time, all study rooms on the second floor will be designated low to quiet study spaces for the duration of the exam season. Further, exam season quiet hours are in effect starting December 1st.

Don’t forget to participate in our December programing! We have prepared a sweeping series of events tailored for the exam season and the joys of the holidays. These are great opportunities to go for a study break or to refresh your mind. See your house bulletin board for the upcoming program.

If you would like to give back to the community.

Parkside is hosting a holiday drive for babies and toddlers. If you would like to donate, please drop your donations at the front desk or in the boxes by the elevators on the lobby level. Please refer to the list sent via email or posted at the boxes.

From all of us at Parkside, we wish you the best in your final examinations, a warm and happy holiday season and finally, a fantastic and success-filled 2022.

Daniel Travieso

Residence Life Coordinator dfltravieso@studenthousing.com

Parkside Student Residence | Canadian Campus Communities

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COVID PREVENTION Our top priority is the health and safety of our community. In compliance with covid prevention protocols outlined by municipal and provincial health authorities, parkside has outlined the commitment and steps taken in the interest of the health and safety of our community.

1. Maximum Capacity + Physical Distancing All community areas in the building are subject to capacity limits. All doors are labelled with the proper person limit per space. Please respect the capacity limit of each space. Any member of our staff has the authority to enforce this rule.

2. City Mask Mandate Usage of mask covering chin and nose is required while traversing and or staying in any community spaces, including hallways, elevators, common lounges etc.

3. Sanitization Stations Sanitization stations are available throughout the property. Make sure to wash your hands often and avoid touching your face. Wet wipes are available in common areas to sanitize your space before and after usage.

CAFETERIA HOURS Monday to Friday Operating Hours: 7:00am – 9:30pm

Saturday/Sunday/Holidays Operating Hours: 9:30am-8:30pm

Hot Meal Service Times: Breakfast: 7:00-9:30am Lunch: 11:30-2:30pm Dinner: 4:30pm-8:30pm

Hot Meal Service Times: Brunch: 9:30am-2:30pm Dinner: 4:30pm-8:30pm

GETTING MAIL + PARCELS To ensure you receive your mail and parcels please follow the following instructions. Ensure that your shipping address is properly being entered when ordering items for shipment to you at Parkside. See below for the full shipping address.

First and Last Name 111 Carlton Street, APT. (Your Unit number and letter here) Toronto, ON, M5B2G3 Unfortunately, if information is missing and we cannot identify the owner of the package, we will not be able to accept the item(s).

Once a package is received, you will get a notification sent to your email to pick up your parcel at the front Desk. Please make sure you bring photo identification in order to pick up your package. All letters will be placed in your mailbox located on the second floor.

If packages are not picked up within 5 days of arrival, we will Return To Sender (RTS).

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Student Assistance Program

Areas of Counselling • Academic stress • Family and relationships • Stress • Anxiety • Depression • Substance Use • Legal and Financial • Grief and Bereavement • Culture Shock and Racism • Behavioural Management • Diet and Nutrition

1-877-234-5327 24 HOURS A DAY ANYWHERE IN NORTH AMERICA

• Peer Pressure • Bullying and Harassment • Crisis and Trauma • Cancer

AspiriaSAP.ca Sign Up and Create your unique username and password.

Your access code is: parksidesr DOWNLOAD OUR MOBILE APP: Aspiria by Snapclarity

Student Assistance Program Do you need support?

We can help.

Aspiria encourages individual work-life balance for personal well-being. Our Student Assistance Program offers you immediate and confidential access to a variety of programs and supports including: • Short term solution focused Counselling • Health and Wellness Coaching • StudentLife™ – Online Wellness Portal • Life Coaching • Legal Advice • Financial Coaching • Caregiving and Eldercare Support • Critical Stress Management • Wellness Webinars and Presentations • Smoking Cessation Support • Healthcare System Navigation Support • iCBT • Mindfulness Coaching

What is the first step?

Call us 7 days a week, 24 hours a day or fill in an online service request at https://humanacare.com/service-request. One of our Nurse Care Specialists will assist you in setting up the appropriate services and supports.

1-877-234-5327

What is behind the door to your SAP?

How much does it cost?

Your SAP is a voluntary wellness service available to all eligible employees and their family members.

Many people face personal problems and pressures in their daily lives. Aspiria’s support and counselling can assist in finding ways to deal with these life challenges.

How are counselling services delivered?

Our services are available through a host of mediums to meet the demands of busy lives, including in-person counselling, e-counselling and telephone counselling.

Is the program confidential?

Yes, all support services accessed voluntarily by an individual are strictly confidential. This means that we will not disclose any information about you to anyone without your expressed consent and authorization (except in cases of medical emergency or legal requirement mandating disclosure, or unless you pose a clear danger to yourself or others).

There is no cost to you. Aspiria’s Student Assistance Program provides free support and counselling for eligible students. We provide clinically appropriate number of sessions for your short term concern. In cases where longterm or more specialized services are required, an Aspiria counsellor will guide individuals through their options.

Diversity and inclusivity matters

Our mental-health supports and services include elements such as childcare and eldercare support, multicultural and faith-based counselling and access to elders for those who wish to access services specifically designed around indigenous health. Our counsellor network offers diversity in the counsellors available to members and their families.

AspiriaSAP.ca

Sign up and Create your unique username and 24 HOURS A DAY ANYWHERE IN NORTH AMERICA password. Your access code is: parksidesr

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CAs are here t

Kayannush

Kerem

Ivan

Every floor has a Community Assistant who is there to support you, guide you and make your experience at Parkside the best. We understand COVID-19, virtual classes and upcoming exams can be overwhelming so don’t hesitate to reach out to your CA and let them know how they can support you.

Roommate Conflicts Talk to your CA about roommate issues Events Look out for info about our in-person and virtual events Feedback If you have suggestions, comments or concerns let us know to better your experience Questions If you have questions, queries please let us know Contact: @parkside111 24 | PARKSIDE PULSE

to help

Keira

Victoria

Tusharika

Kensington (Kai)- 84 points St. Lawrence (Karem)- 18 points Evergreen (Ivan)- 30 points Canary (Keira)- 58 points Cabbagetown (Victoria)- 34 points Distillery (TBD)- 23 points Liberty (Tusharika)- 57 points

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Please feel free to visit us at the front desk between 9:00 am to 9:00 pm or contact us via email parkside@studenthousing.com or via phone 416-977-8000 or visit our office Monday to Friday. 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Joanne Gluck

General Manager jgluck@studenthousing.com

Vivek Chohan

Assistant General Manager vchohan@studenthousing.com

Samantha Price Leasing Manager

saprice@studenthousing.com

Daniel Travieso

Residence Life Coordinator dfltravieso@studenthousing.com

Tusharika Arora Editor

Collaborators: Kayannush, Kerem, Keira, Ivan, Victoria

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