Your Weekly Update
Residence News
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August 13
Register for your move-in time slot and sign the Residence Contract – check your Queen's email
August 14
Fall Residence fees posted to SOLUS
Week of August 25
Watch your Queen’s email for individual move-in instructions
August 27
Celiac/gluten-intolerant students must submit the Gluten-Free Friendly Pantry waiver by 4 pm ET
August 31
Mail Depot begins accepting deliveries (pick-up unavailable until Sept. 6)
Before move-in
Complete the Food Allergy and Dietary Needs Form
Complete the Residence Pre-Arrival Module
September 4–5
Move-In Weekend!
September 6
Mail Depot begins parcel distribution
September 7
Deadline to complete "It Takes All of Us" online learning program
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Move-In Weekend is September 4 and 5.
Earlier today, you would have received an email about selecting your move-in time slot. Remember to upload your photo for your Student ID beforehand! You’ll sign the Residence Contract as part of the process to select your time slot.
Keep an eye on the Move-In Hub for all key information.
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Your move-in time slot (and answers to some FAQs)
You can now choose your move-in time! Please see the email you received earlier today (August 13) for instructions.
Most students will move in on Saturday, September 5, with 2-hour time slots beginning at 8 am. A limited number of spots are available to move in on Friday, September 4, for a pro-rated fee. Move-in time slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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REMINDER! Before you register for your move-in time slot, you must:
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Upload your photo for your student ID card – it can take at least 24 hours for your photo to be verified. See the email you received from the Office of the University Registrar for instructions.
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Sign the Residence Contract during your time slot selection process. We expect that you read and understand your Contract prior to signing it – it outlines expectations for all members of our residence community.
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Move-in FAQs
Q: If I’m in an early move-in group, do I need to pick a time slot?
While students in early move-in groups do not need to pick a time slot, you must still sign your Residence Contract through the time slot selection process. You will also need to submit your student ID photo through the Registrar’s Office.
Q: When do I get my student card?
Students living in Residence will receive their student card when they pick up their keys during move-in.
Q: How can I request an accommodation for my move-in?
To request an accommodation for your move-in, please email movein@queensu.ca.
| | Mail in Residence – important dates | |
Deliveries will not be accepted at the Residence Mail Depot before August 31, 2026. Please do not arrange for packages to arrive before this date. Any items delivered prior to August 31, 2026, may be returned to the sender.
The Residence Mail Depot will begin distributing student parcels on September 6, 2026.
We encourage you to order any time-sensitive items to your permanent address, bring what you need with you, and shop locally to ensure you have what you need when you need it.
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New link! Pre-Arrival Module
Before moving in, all students must complete the Residence Pre-Arrival Module. This short module will help you learn about residence expectations, available supports, and your role in fostering an inclusive living and learning environment.
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It Takes All of Us
We all have a role in helping to prevent sexual violence. To demonstrate your commitment to creating a safe and inclusive living and learning environment here at Queen’s, you are required to complete the It Takes All Of Us online learning program before September 7, 2026.
If some of the content is difficult to review, you can skip various modules or contact Sexual Violence and Prevention Response Services if you require assistance.
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Before you bring it: Sustainable Move-In Tips!
You can have a positive impact on your very first day. Being mindful of what you bring to Residence can help create a more sustainable space for you and your campus community.
Before you arrive, unwrap, unpack, and leave the extra packaging at home. No one wants to start the year surrounded by a pile of boxes, plastic wrap, and styrofoam in their room or hallways.
Less waste in Residence means having more space for what really matters – making your room your own, finding your people, and building your community.
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Buy your bed and bath linens
If you want to make your move-in a breeze, check out Campus Linens. They've got everything you need for a comfy stay, from bed linens to bath packages, and they'll deliver straight to your residence building!
Order your linens
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Prepare for the year ahead with Navigating First Year Frenzy
Your first year doesn’t have to feel like a free fall into chaos. Navigating First Year Frenzy is a weekly, therapist-led group where you’ll meet fellow students, get real about what’s ahead, and pick up strategies for navigating campus life. Snacks, laughs, and practical tips included.
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Discover Dining at Queen's
Your Residence Meal Plan grants you access to three all-you-care-to-eat dining halls across campus, each offering a variety of food choices to accommodate all tastes and dietary needs.
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Tour our dining halls – virtually!
If you haven’t been to campus or would like a closer look at where you will be dining during the year, why not take a self-guided virtual tour? Start exploring below!
Jean Royce Dining Hall & Barista (West Campus)
Leonard Dining Hall (Main Campus)
Ban Righ Dining Hall (Main Campus)
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Questions about your Residence Meal Plan?
Visit our website to get familiar with your Residence Meal Plan, discover where you can use TAMs, find meal plan hacks, learn how to be sustainable and save money with GOOD TO GO, and more! Our handy chat function can help direct you if you can’t find what you’re looking for.
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- Before you register for your move-in time slot on August 13:
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Upload your student ID photo (see email from Office of the University Registrar)
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Review the Residence Contract – you must sign it during the move-in time slot registration process
- Check for your move-in instructions email during week of August 31
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Complete the Residence Pre-Arrival Module
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Complete the Food and Allergy Dietary Needs Form before arriving to campus
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Complete "It Takes All Of Us" online learning program by September 7
- Update vaccines with a healthcare provider, including Meningitis Type B
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Do your part to support a Wasteless Move-In!
General Reminders
- Regularly check Queen’s email for updates
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Review and complete all applicable checklist items on the Next Steps web page
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