U.S. Embassy and Consulates Resources
Resources for U.S. Citizens – U.S. citizen registration in Canada and other relocation information
Toronto Resources
Northeastern University Toronto
- The Student Life Resources page has information about housing in Toronto, including the most useful rental listing websites for the city.
- Join the NU Toronto Campus Viva Engage Community – The official Viva Engage community for the Toronto Campus. A great place to look for information and resources. Students can also join the NU Toronto Students Viva Engage community. This community is only for NU Toronto students! It’s a great place to meet other students at the Toronto campus, ask questions, and find roommates!
City of Toronto Resources
- Moving to Toronto – Learn what to do Before You Arrive and what to do After You Arrive, as well as information on renting in Ontario (Toronto).
- Rental Housing Standards – Learn what is required of tenants and landlords and important rules and regulations pertaining to housing in Toronto.
Local University Off-Campus Housing Resources in Toronto
- Toronto Metropolitan University Off Campus Housing Resources – This website has a substantial amount of information for students moving to Toronto. Specifically, be sure to review the Search Tools Finding a Place and Resources sections.
- The University of Toronto Off Campus Housing Resources – This page is applicable to any student who is looking for an apartment in Toronto. Helpful links and information about renting and living in Toronto.
Student Residence Buildings in Toronto
- CampusOne Residency – Student specific housing affiliated with University of Toronto but other students may be able to live here as well
- Parkside Student Residence – Student specific housing and sister community of CampusOne
- Harrington Housing – Student and Intern housing (weekly rates)
- HOEM – Student specific housing in downtown Toronto
- Amber – Student accommodations near top universities
Short-term Furnished Rentals and Temporary Housing Resources in Toronto
Olivia’s Housing – Short term furnished rentals located in uptown, midtown, and downtown Toronto
Vancouver Resources
Northeastern University Vancouver
- Learn more about Northeastern University’s Vancouver Campus
- Join the Northeastern Vancouver Viva Engage community! Great way to meet other students at the Vancouver campus, ask questions, and find roommates!
British Columbia Government and City of Vancouver Resources
- Moving to Vancouver – learn helpful information on moving to Vancouver, including becoming accustomed to the neighborhoods, public transportation, and things to do for fun in the city.
- Information on renting in Vancouver
- Information on renting in British Columbia
- Renting it Right is a free online learning platform teaches BC tenants how to find rental housing, maintain problem-free tenancies, and resolve legal disputes with landlords.
- Information on Tenancy Agreements in British Columbia – learn the ins and outs of what legal tenancy agreements consist of in British Columbia
- Rights and responsibilities during a tenancy in British Columbia – learn both the tenants’ rights and the landlord’s responsibilities in British Columbia, including information on repairs and maintenance
Local University Off-Campus Housing Resources in Vancouver
- The University of British Columbia – Vancouver: Living Off Campus
Student Residence Buildings in Vancouver
- IVH Vancouver – An English Language School that provides housing.
- GEC Living – Dorm-style housing for students studying in Metro Vancouver.
- Austevilla – Pacific Palisades West – Residential apartments with furnished or unfurnished options.
Short-term & Temporary Housing in Vancouver
- St. Clair Hostel – Hostel with private or shared rooms.
- YWCA Hotel / Residence – Hotel in Downtown Vancouver.
Other Resources
Arrival Advisor – A free phone app, created by PeaceGeeks (a non-profit organization based in Vancouver), is a digital tool to help you navigate your new life in Canada. It can be downloaded on Google Play and App Store.
Disclaimer: Network Housing and Relocation provides information to Northeastern University students, faculty and staff members solely as a courtesy. Northeastern does not endorse any of the housing options listed. Northeastern University accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of housing listings with the office. Contact with persons listed herein must be conducted independently and at your own risk. The university does not screen, recommend, vouch for, or take responsibility for the condition or safety of housing arrangements made by students.