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February 20, 2026
Issue 28
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Your Weekly Update
Residence News
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We’re Hiring – New Opportunity Available
Join our incredible team for the 2026–27 academic year!
Apply for the Residence Admissions Assistant, Move-In Assistant, or Jean Royce Hall Peer Ambassador positions by Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 9 am.
New: Apply to be the Projects and Communications Assistant by Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 9 am.
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Smudging space in Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Room 290
Residence Life and Services is happy to share that we now have a dedicated Smudging Room available for use by students in Residence.
The Smudging Room, located in Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Room 290, is now accessible to students 24/7, 7 days a week. Students can sign out a fob from the Endaayaan – Tkanónsote front desk (3–11 pm only) and Victoria Hall (24/7).
We are investigating options to make this a bookable space.
- Students do not need to request permission from the Office of Indigenous Initiatives prior to Smudging taking place in this space.
- Campus Security and Emergency Services are not required to be notified prior to Smudging taking place in this space.
- Materials used for Smudging must be burned in an earthenware bowl, a large shell, or other fireproof vessel during periods of prayer and meditation.
- Students are responsible for providing their own materials.
- Doors shall remain closed for the duration of the Smudging and until all smoke has dissipated.
- Fully extinguish and safely dispose of any material remaining after Smudging.
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'No Guest' Periods coming up in March
As part of our efforts to support a safe and respectful environment during high-traffic periods, please note that guests are not permitted in Residence over the following weekends:
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Who Counts as a Guest?
A guest is any non-resident of your Residence building. When hosting in your assigned Residence room, a guest is any non-resident of that room. Anyone visiting you (whether signed in under your name or not) is considered to be your guest, even if they live in a different Queen’s Residence building.
You can review section 3.10 in your Residence Contract for more information.
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Upcoming Events in Residence
Reconnect with your Residence community after the break! Next week's events will encourage you to get creative, celebrate Black Canadian artists, and explore career options.
Remember, you can view the Residence OnQ Calendar for more Residence and campus-wide event details.
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Keychain Creations
Monday, February 23
6:30–7:30 pm
Jean Royce Private Dining Room
Make your keys or backpack stand out and design your own custom beaded keychain! Bring your friends, enjoy some snacks, and get creative with colours and letter beads.
Biweekly on Mondays, alternating between Main Campus (Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room) and West Campus (Jean Royce Private Dining Room)
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Juice and Paint: Black Histories and Futures Month edition
Wednesday, February 25
6:30–7:30 pm
Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room
Let’s unwind, sip tasty juice, and get creative with painting or colouring. This week, we'll learn about and celebrate Black Canadian artists!
Biweekly on Wednesdays, alternating between Main Campus (Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room) and West Campus (Jean Royce Private Dining Room)
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En Vision Board Your Career
Thursday, February 26
6:30–8 pm
Endaayaan – Tkanónsote Community Room
Get inspired! Explore career options and express your goals through a personalized vision board.
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Hours of Operation
Regular hours of operation for all food locations resume on Monday, February 23. To plan your meals this weekend, please check our Hours at a Glance.
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Ramadan Mubarak!
If you’re observing Ramadan, please remember to complete the Pick and Pack and Food Allergy and Dietary Need forms.
Don't miss our weekly Ramadan-inspired dinner features on Thursdays! Enjoy shawarma tonight, and butter chicken, Arabic-style pizza, and tandoori chicken in the coming weeks.
For questions about Ramadan support on your Residence Meal Plan, email dietitian@queensu.ca.
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Final Black Histories and Futures Month Dinner Feature
Wednesday, February 25
Join us for dinner in the dining halls next Wednesday and indulge in some delicious potato curry stew!
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Signed a lease recently?
Leases are legally binding, which means you’re responsible for the terms once you sign. It’s important to review your lease and feel confident you understand it. If anything is unclear to you, connect with an Off-Campus Living Advisor (OCLA). We can go through the lease with you, flag any clauses that don’t follow the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA), and help you understand your rights and responsibilities.
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Prepare for life off-campus with monthly tips!
Want to feel more confident about living off-campus next year? Subscribe to the OCLA newsletter and stay up to date with happenings at the OCLA office, gain insight into navigating housemate relationships, learn about your tenant rights and responsibilities, and much more.
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Got questions?
We've got answers! Stop by the Off-Campus Student Support Team booths to chat with upper-year students and check out resources from the OCLA office.
Tuesday, February 24
- 10:30 am – 1:30 pm, Ban Righ East Foyer
- 5:30–8:30 pm, Victoria Hall
Friday, February 27, 1:30–3:30 pm, Victoria Hall
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Black Histories and Futures Month Events
Remember to keep visiting the BHFM Event Calendar for live updates to community-based events and initiatives across Kingston and Queen's campus.
Some upcoming highlights include Black Studies at Queen's and Elsewhere, Black Care Night at Yellow House, and the Black Passport Book Launch.
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Register for the International Awareness Certificate
Queen's University International Centre (QUIC) invites you to join us for our Intercultural Awareness Certificate program. This five-session series will help you to understand the influence of culture on our day-to-day experiences and connect with fellow students. Participants who attend all five sessions in a specific series will also receive a certificate.
Register for either of the following series by Monday, February 23:
- Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30 am, starting February 24
- Thursdays, 2:30–4:30 pm, starting February 26
Learn More
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