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Fall move-in started on Sunday, Aug. 24, and Residence Services welcomed thousands of students to campus. 

Throughout the year, spaces in residence can become available due to no-shows at move-in, visa issues, or mid-term withdrawals.

鈥淲e know that finding safe, stable housing can be a challenge for students, especially in a competitive rental market,鈥� says Brittanie Walker-Reid, director of Residence Services. 鈥淚f a student is facing unsafe conditions, such as a sudden change in their rental situation, or difficulties with a landlord, there鈥檚 a good chance we can help even after the term has started.鈥�

That support may include:

• Residence placement: spaces often open up throughout the year
• Emergency housing: short-term accommodation for students in urgent need
• Off-campus housing support: dedicated help from 抖阴APP导航鈥檚 Off-Campus housing coordinator to help navigate housing challenges

鈥淲hen a student reaches out in a difficult housing situation, our first priority is to make sure they feel safe and supported,鈥� says Walker-Reid. 鈥淪ometimes we can place them in Residence right away, and if not, we鈥檒l connect them with emergency or off-campus resources. Either way, they鈥檒l have someone walking alongside them to help figure it out.鈥�

Whether you are a staff or faculty member who encounters a student in need, the most important step is a quick referral. Encourage them to email housing@ucalgary.ca.

鈥淓ven one simple referral could make the difference between a student struggling to focus on their studies or having a safe, stable place to call home,鈥� adds Walker-Reid.

As we head into another academic year, thank you for helping us ensure every student feels supported, safe and connected at 抖阴APP导航.

Please help spread the word: whether it is right before Move-in day or midway through the semester, Residence is here to help.