Potential Fees
For residents moving out of residence, below is a listing of potential fees that will be applied if move-out is not completed/conducted according to residence guidelines.
Eco Move-Out
Move Out with Ease
Moving Out?
Please keep these guidelines in mind as you prepare to leave residence.
When do I need to leave?
As per your residence contract, you will need to move out and return your keys to the building key drop boxes or Student Services Center within 24 hours after your last exam. The check-out time is 11 a.m. To check-out, you can visit the Campus Service Centre in International House during office hours or use a check-out envelope in your building. Make sure to check-out before 11 a.m. or there is a $50 late check-out fee.
When you move out, you must remove all your personal belongings from your room (including garbage and packing materials). The room must be left in the same or better condition than when you arrived. This includes cleaning/vacuuming the floors and wiping all surfaces. For suite style rooms, this includes cleaning the fridge, stove and microwaves, as well as toilets, sinks and showers. If the room is not left in good condition, there may be a cost associated with cleaning the room and collecting your items left behind. Items will be kept for only 30 days and then discarded or donated.
The housekeeping team is available for hire to support your cleaning efforts, please contact housekeeping@ucalgary.ca.
Winter Move-Out Key Dates
March 17
Volunteer applications open
April 7
Eco Move-Out will accept donations from April 7 until May 8
May 1
Freestore Drop-In on May 1, 5, 6, 7 and 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
May 2
Volunteer Appreciation Lunch
Simple Move-out Steps
Start packing
Cardboard boxes can be purchased from Campus Service Centre at International House for $5 each.
Donate what you don't need
The University of Calgary Residence prides itself in being in alignment with the Office of Sustainability Institutional Sustainability Strategy. Eco Move-Out is a residence-wide initiative to set you up for success during your move out process, while helping the planet at the same time. Sort your waste, donate your unwanted items, and leave your unit sparkling clean for the next inhabitants.
Need Storage?
Residence provides a great deal on storage lockers available for the entire Spring & Summer Term. Lockers go on sale April 2 at 8 a.m. at the Campus Service Centre.
For more questions about storage, please email the Campus Service Centre at campusservicecentre@ucalgary.ca.
Clean up
No one wants extra charges on their account at the end of the year. Get some great tips, a room inspection checklist and borrow a vacuum to reassure you that you’ve done all you can to avoid getting damage or cleaning charges.
Before You Check Out
- Remember to check your mailbox
- Clean your room, including defrosting your freezer. If you wish, Housekeeping can come by to do an inspection of your room and let you know if your room needs more cleaning.
- To book this you will need to contact the Housekeeping Office at 403.220.5311. Use the Room Inspection Checklist as a guide to make sure you will pass inspection.
- Moving carts are available for sign-out at the Campus Service Centre in International House.
Checking-out with the Envelope
- Fill out your move-out envelope.
- Put your keys inside the envelope.
- Sign and seal it.
- Deliver it to one of the locations below by 11 a.m. on the day of your check-out:
- The Campus Service Centre (CSC) located in International House during business hours.
- The return mail slot near the mailboxes at the Dining Centre, Yamnuska or Cascade Hall.
- The drop box at the Crowsnest Hall front gate or at the 400 lounge in Varsity Courts
Storage
Residence Services offers storage lockers in many of the residence buildings that students can use over the summer months. There are two types of units that can be rented: 6ft x 3ft x 2ft (large) or 3ft x 3ft x 2ft (standard). They usually go on sale the first week of April for Spring/Summer.
If are looking for larger storage space, off campus, you can visit the find storage fast website for information on local storage companies.
Transferring Rooms
If you are staying in residence for the next term but are moving to a different building or room, you will receive a transfer date. Your move-out date is synchronized with your transfer date so that you go from your old room directly into your new room on the same day.
Late check-out fee: $50
This fee applies if you are not moved out of your room by 11:00 a.m. on your scheduled move out day.
Improper Cleaning of Unit
- Cleaning charges: $40/hour - minimum of 2 hours
- Smoke deodorization: $250
- Vaping/Smoking indoors: $100
Extra day fee: $100
This fee will be applied for every day following your move-out appointment that you have not moved out of residence
Move-out charges: $250
This fee applies if Residence Services has to move your belongings.
Lost keys: $40
Keys that are lost, stolen, not returned or otherwise need to be replaced, result in a replacement fee.