The education programs offered by the Professional and Continuing Education Division run on each of Algoma's three campuses across Ontario, offering diverse cultural and residential experiences.
Brampton is dynamic and is one of Canada's fastest-growing cities, occupying 9th place by population. With the city of Brampton aspiring to position itself as a key player within Canadian innovation, studying Algoma's Continuing Education programs in Brampton offers a unique opportunity to stay in the middle of Canada's Innovation Corridor.
Algoma's Brampton Campus lies in the heart of the historic downtown district, offers a truly urban experience, including entertainment, eating venues, sports, nightlife, and cultural events. Please note that there are no on-campus housing options at Algoma's campus in Brampton available for the moment. However, the central location offers many opportunities to source multiple rental opportunities near AU's Brampton campus.
Sault Ste. Marie is small enough to get around on foot, known for its relaxed and social lifestyle and ideal work-life balance. Sault Ste. Marie is a world-class tourist destination due to its proximity to Lake Superior and other natural attractions. As a hub for railway, highway, marine, and air transportation, Sault Ste. Marie has an international airport and offers multiple transportation options to get anywhere in Canada.
If you are considering living on SSM campus, apply early to ensure availability. Our campus is a 15-minute walk to East end amentities (grocery stores and shopping) and a 30-minute walk to the city's downtown core (shopping and entertainment). Each area offering multiple off campus rental opportunities. City transit services are complimentary to learners.
The Professional and Continuing Education Division offers on-campus residence in Sault Ste. Marie in our townhouses and dormitory, featuring a private single room as well as access to kitchens, laundry, common rooms, and other amenities. For more details about pricing and other conditions, please check the information on Algoma's Residence Fees and Meals Plans page.
Algoma's education programs in Timmins operate on the campus of the Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology, offering a truly northern perspective. Timmins is known for its multicultural experiences with a number of museums, eating venues, and cultural spots offering an urban lifestyle at almost half the cost compared to other Canadian cities.
Please note that there are currently no on-campus housing options available on our Timmins campus. Meanwhile, there are multiple off-campus opportunities in Timmins. For off-campus housing options in Timmins please visit the Off-Campus Housing page for Northern College.
Learners at the Professional and Continuing Education Division at Algoma University are eligible for homestay accommodations provided through Canada Homestay Network (CHN).
The CHN Network provides International learners with services for homestay in Canada while they attend their program of study on any of Algoma's 3 campuses. Homestays are hosted by Canadian families in general proximity to our campuses. Homestay placement is offered for a fee to cover general expenses and to ensure a successful experience for all.
Please note that CHN programs are designed for teenage (14-17) and young-adult learners (19-24). For more information about homestay programs for Algoma PACE learners, please visit Algoma's page on the CHN website.
Learners who do not fall into the above categories should consider other off-campus residence options.
When looking for off-campus housing near any of Algoma's campuses, make sure to plan ahead and check all available information on this and other websites. Finding the right residence is crucial to secure your long-term stay, but it can also be complicated. We recommend that all international learners secure long-term housing before moving to Canada.
You can start searching for off-campus housing by looking for properties using popular search websites, including Realtor.ca, Rentboard.ca or TorontoRentals.com. Search for properties by location (Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Toronto, Brampton, Sault Ste. Marie, or Timmins), selecting the required type of residence (apartment or a house), the number of bedrooms, or other details.
Before reaching out to landlords it is always a good idea to make a list of your needs and requirements, learn common rental practices, and find answers to the most common questions.
When searching for off-campus housing in Ontario online, identify what your requirements are and try to find rental properties which offer the closest match. If you don't see enough properties to choose from based on your criteria, ease your requirements to broaden the search until you get enough listings.
You need to determine how much you can spend per month renting a property while keeping enough funds left for tuition, meals, and other expenses.
The proximity of the rental property to Algoma's campus can be critical for your daily commute and schedule, so the location may have priority over other factors.
Rental properties can include houses, townhouses, and apartments, and each may differ in the number of bedrooms or other amenites offered.
When searching for rental properties online, you can set up filters to find housing with desired amenities and policies, e.g. smoking policy, availability of exercise room, washing on-site, and other amenities.
If you are a first-time renter in the Greater Toronto Area take the time to learn common lease terms before negotiating or signing an agreement.
A standard lease is an agreement with standard residential tenancy terms which must be signed by landlords and tenants entering leases in Ontario after April 30, 2018. Please check the Guide to Ontario's standard leases for more information and the latest version of the standard lease.
It is common for landlords to ask for a rental deposit, which is also known as the last month's rent. Meanwhile, it is illegal for landlords to require a deposit exceeding one month's rent or use the deposit for anything else, for example, to cover possible damages. For more information about the rental deposit, please check our FAQ section.
For many leases in Ontario, the rental fee includes the costs of electricity, water, gas, and/or heat, while some listings may exclude utilities. Keep this in mind when comparing rental listings online.
DISCLAIMER: Algoma University has no direct or indirect affiliation with any housing organizations or listing websites except for the Canada Homestay Network. PACE at Algoma does not assume or bear any responsibility for off-campus leases and agreements.
