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October Newsletter
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Hello October
03. Note from Samantha 06. Thrive Week 08. Welcome Week Memories 10. Residence Council 11. Upcoming this month. 14. Must watch TV series 17. New Music Albums 18. Public Libraries 20. Downtown Cafes 22. Nearby Grocery stores
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Dear Residents, Congratulations, you’ve made it through your first month of classes! We hope you are enjoying your experience at Parkside so far and have made some new friends, attended events, and explored the city. As we enter October, course work will start to increase as we head into midterm season. Remember to take some time to relax and recharge. Schedule out your study breaks, hang out with friends, or simply watch an episode of your favourite TV show. This month Parkside will host Thrive week! Our mental health awareness week with events, activities, and information all about mental health and mental health awareness. Flip to page 6 to see all the Thrive week events coming this month! As a Parkside resident, you have access to an amazing student assistant program called Aspiria. This app includes free in-person or virtual counseling sessions in Toronto with minimal wait times. Flip to page 7 for more details. You will encounter some new challenges this year. Remember you are not alone, there are many recourses available to help you along the way. Speaking to your CA or our management team is a wonderful place to start.
Samantha Price Leasing Manager
saprice@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
GETTIING 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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The mission of the Parkside Students Residence Council is to represent the interests of the residents by creating a greater sense of community through facilitating social and educational events. Residence Council is a group of students who live in Parkside Student Residence, working together to represent the interests and needs of all residents. Members are very involved and take an active role in making residence a fun and exciting place to live. Residence Council is governed by a constitution voted in by all elected representatives. Elected House Representatives Izumi. Md Shona Jaelyn Mireya Adisri Kaylee Farah Annabelle Marlon Gizem Saket Essa
Ariele Ignacio Vaibhav Abby Mia Karsen Emma Sian Brianna Anipreet
Elected Executive Team President: Jaelyn Vice President: Saket Secretary: Shona
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Residence Council
Canadian Thanksgiving
Resident Appreciation Week
Monthly Food Talk
Upcoming Events! Spooky Halloween Programs Thrive Mental Health Awareness Week
Pulse Survey
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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
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House cup standings per house: Kensington (Kai)- 28 points St. Lawrence (Kerem)- 6 points Evergreen (Ivan)- 25 points Canary (Keira)- 20 points Cabbagetown (Victoria)- 4 points Distillery (Grace)- 13 points Liberty (Tusharika)- 28 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
Bailey Youngberg Leasing Assistant
byoungberg@studenthousing.com
Daniel Travieso
Residence Life Coordinator dfltravieso@studenthousing.com
Tusharika Arora Editor
Collaborators: Kayannush, Kerem, Keira, Ivan, Grace, Victoria
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