George Brown Polytechnic Affiliate Residence
Welcome to Parkside
As an affiliate residence of George Brown Polytechnic, Parkside is conveniently located within walking, biking, and commuting distance of its many campuses, including just 1.5 km from the St. James Campus.
While your experience at George Brown Polytechnic begins on the city’s vibrant downtown campus, Parkside offers the ultimate student housing experience.
Fully furnished student apartments in Toronto near George Brown Polytechnic that feature:
Study desk and chair, bed, storage, nightstand, armoire, love seat, coffee table, internet, electricity, water.
With professional on-site management, Parkside brings you premier accommodations with peace of mind so that your studies and academic success remain top priority!
Less than 1.5 km from George Brown Polytechnic's St. James Campus and within walking, biking, and commuting distance of others.
24/7 security environment without sacrificing the quality of stylish living.
Dynamic shared spaces including a Cardio and Yoga Studio inclusive of Peloton Bikes, Fitness Centre, Arcade Room, and a variety of Communal and Quiet Study Lounges just to name a few!
All You Care to Eat Meal Plan* With a mission to make it easier for you to live well, eat deliciously and sustain a healthier lifestyle, we’re about providing you—the student—the options to eat great and make healthy choices.
Walk or bike to George Brown Polytechnic campus
Located in the heart of Downtown Toronto, less than 1.5km from the center of campus, Parkside offers George Brown Polytechnic students a space to live, study, and stay connected.
Supporting George Brown Polytechnic student wellness
Our Residence Life staff focus on using on-site, university, and community resources to provide engaging programs for all residents. To accomplish this, Parkside staff engage residents frequently and through a variety of platforms and support programs, such as Residence Council and educational programming events that focus on community engagement, financial literacy, academic support, employability, and health and wellness programs.
Additionally, as a George Brown Polytechnic student, you have a unique opportunity to be part of our Residence Life Committee (RLC), which is a formal partnership Committee comprising of key university partners, Parkside staff, Knightstone Student Communities (KSC) staff, and students that meet on a monthly basis to discuss trends, issues, and concerns related to the student life experience at Parkside. Be a voice in your community by joining this forum for ongoing review of policies and procedures, programming initiatives, and regular Residence Life functions and activities.
Our initiatives are designed to create opportunities for meaningful interactions between Parkside staff and residents, and create positive relationships among residents themselves. More importantly, they support the success of the community and contribute to a living learning environment intended to enable students to thrive academically and socially while attending George Brown Polytechnic.
Learn About Residence LifeAccording to our residents
Moving to Toronto to attend George Brown Polytechnic?
Whether a domestic or International George Brown Polytechnic student, if you’re looking to make a move to this vibrant, multicultural, and historic city, you can find all the resources you need about campus life by visiting George Brown Polytechnic's hub for Student Life. Explore everything George Brown Polytechnic student life has to offer from clubs, sports, professional networks, and support services to balance your life, work, and study.
When it comes to life in Toronto, you’ll experience first-hand its vibrant cultural scene, neighbourhood life, and why it was ranked the seventh most liveable city in the world. To learn more about Toronto, its attractions, the benefits of George Brown Polytechnic's location, the transportation options available to you, or program and admission details, visit Life with George Brown Polytechnic.
If you’re one of thousands international students planning to attend or already attending George Brown Polytechnic, you can visit International Admissions for more information and details on admissions, support services, and fast enrollment facts. Additionally, you'll be able to access the latest updates on important dates/notices, travelling to Canada, working and living in Canada, networking and social events, and much more!
Going to school is a huge investment and as social creatures getting into a routine is beneficial for health and wellbeing, especially during a student’s formative years away from home. Our goals are to make that transition as successful and rewarding as possible throughout your academic career at George Brown Polytechnic!
COMPARE PARKSIDE TO OFF-CAMPUS STUDENT APARTMENTS IN TORONTO
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Off-Campus Apartments |
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All inclusive rental price (including WiFi and access to all amenities) |
Price may not include extra costs such as hydro, WiFi and other utilities |
| On-site staff support | Limited support from landlords |
| In-person and virtual residence life programming and events | Limited programming or community building events |
| Fully furnished suites | Unfurnished suites |
| Individual liability leases |
No option for individual leases (you may have to sign and be responsible for a lease with multiple people) |
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Conveniently Located
Parkside Student Residence
111 Carlton Street Toronto,
ON M5B 2G3
Office/Leasing Hours:
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Front Desk Hours:
Mon-Sun 9am-1am
Tours Available:
Mon-Sun 10am-8pm
