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Front Desk (Summer Accommodations and Information)
T: 1 (416) – 977 – 0707 (ext. 0)
E: frontdesk.chestnut@utoronto.ca

Hours: Open daily, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Chestnut Catering
E: chestnut.catering@utoronto.ca

Chestnut Residence Life Office
T: 1 (416) – 585 – 3160
E: chestnut.residence@utoronto.ca

Hours: Open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed for lunch from 12:00 – 1:00 PM)

*Summer hours (Canada Day – Labour Day) are 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Interested in a residence tour? Visit our Residence Tours page for more information.

POSITIVE SPACE

Chestnut Residence is a Positive Space where we celebrate the diversity of our community which includes LGBTQ students and staff. For more information on our Community Commitment, go to: Diversity Statement

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Have a fun night carving pumpkins with friends! 🎃⁠ ⁠ Who will have the scariest pumpkin? ⁠ ⁠ Register early - space is limited!⁠ ⁠ - October 30 @ 5:00 PM/6:00 PM/7:00 PM⁠ - 5 people max per time slot⁠ - Each student will be provided with a pumpkin + carving kit⁠ - Carved pumpkins can be kept for your room or donated to decorate Urban and the Front Desk⁠ ⁠ Register at: bit.ly/34gWoC6⁠ ⁠ _⁠ #TeamChestnut #ChestnutResidence #UofT
No really, it is. ⁠ ⁠ The University will be c No really, it is. ⁠ ⁠ The University will be closed from Wednesday, December 23, 2020 to Friday, January 1, 2021 inclusive. The option to stay in Chestnut Residence over the winter break is available to current Chestnut students only. To stay in residence over the Winter Break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 3) students must fill out a winter break application. The submission deadline is December 1, 2020.⁠ ⁠ For full details and to apply, visit:⁠ chestnut.utoronto.ca/winter-check-out
A new committee is being formed as a platform to g A new committee is being formed as a platform to give constructive feedback that will support the continual improvement of the quality, variety and service within the food service operations of the Chestnut Tree Dining Hall. ⁠ ⁠ Committee members will receive $50 meal plan dollars for their participation. Participation will include 5 online meetings once a month, beginning in October. Members are expected to attend all meetings. ⁠ ⁠ Want more info? Want to join? Visit: bit.ly/34j8ZDP⁠ ⁠ _⁠ #TeamChestnut #ChestnutResidence #UofT
Friendly Reminder: All residents are asked to wear Friendly Reminder: All residents are asked to wear a mask or face covering which covers the nose, mouth and chin when in common spaces (including the Dining Hall, Lobby, Elevators, Lounges, Laundry Room, etc).⁠ ⁠ You are also reminded to adhere to the posted signage in common spaces regarding capacity restrictions. ⁠ ⁠ Thank you for your continued participation in ensuring Chestnut is a safe space for all community members.😁⁠ ⁠ _⁠ #TeamChestnut #ChestnutResidence #UofT
Now that we have your attention, we are happy to r Now that we have your attention, we are happy to report that prices have been lowered on some of the regular items in the dining hall, including pizza! ⁠ ⁠ Price changes include: ⁠ - Pepperoni Pizza - $4.00 ⁠ - Cheese Pizza - $4.00 ⁠ - Premium Pizza - $4.49 ⁠ - French Fries - $3.25 ⁠ - Beef Burger - $7.00 ⁠ - Vegetable Burger - $7.00
We have eagerly been looking at ways to find more We have eagerly been looking at ways to find more space for residents and are happy to report that a new outdoor seating area has been set up on the south side of the building (visible from the Dining Hall). We have set up picnic tables in this area, so please feel free to use the area for eating, studying or just to take in some fresh air. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Please note that access is through the outdoor gate only - there is no access from Dining Hall.⁠ ⁠ We also ask that you continue to adhere to the signage posted regarding safe social distancing. ⁠ ⁠ The outdoor furniture will be cleaned twice daily, a garbage bin is available, and the area will be swept daily.⁠ ⁠ _⁠ #TeamChestnut #ChestnutResidence #UofT
Friendly Reminder: We have a dedicated team of in Friendly Reminder: We have a dedicated team of in house maintenance staff that are here to help support the needs of all students in their physical spaces. ⁠ ⁠ Maintenance requests can be submitted at any time on the Chestnut Residence Portal: uoft.me/portalx⁠ ⁠ _⁠ #TeamChestnut #ChestnutResidence #UofT
We are SO excited to be sharing additional updates We are SO excited to be sharing additional updates on behalf of Food Services regarding changes in the Chestnut Dining Hall. ⁠ ⁠ We’ve highlighted below some of the changes that have been implemented since the last update:⁠ ⁠ • NEW Fixed Price Options: Breakfast at $5, Lunch a la carte at $7 and Dinner for $9. You’ll have the flexibility to mix and match proteins, vegetables and starch choices and they’ll provide 2 and 3 course fixed priced menu options. Hooray! With the introduction of fixed pricing options, we are happy to confirm that the pay per weight station has been removed.⁠ • Extended Dinner Service Hours: Dinner service has been extended to 8:00 PM Monday to Thursday. ⁠ • Cold Beverage Program: Multiple plastic bottled items will be replaced with aluminum cans as well as less expensive choices.⁠ • Condiments: Ketchup, mustard, and mayo are unlimited as part of your meal. Two (2) portion packs of jam, peanut butter and peanut free “wow” butter are now complimentary with your breakfast meal and toasted breads. Butter and cream cheese will be applied to your food selections by a Food Services employee at the food service station.⁠ ⁠ As additional improvements and changes come into effect, we’ll be sure to share them with all residents⁠ ⁠ ⁠ _⁠ #TeamChestnut #ChestnutResidence #UofT
We're still actively recruiting for residents to t We're still actively recruiting for residents to take part in our Residence Affairs Committee (RAC)! RAC is a committee made up of students and staff members who meet 4 times/academic year to review issues. RAC makes recommendations and provides advice on:⁠ ⁠ - The Co-Curricular Record (CCR)⁠ - The Chestnut Tree and related food operations⁠ - Student spaces at Chestnut⁠ - Communications⁠ - Student Policies⁠ - Funding requests (where applicable)⁠ - Other matters, as brought forward⁠ ⁠ To apply to join the committee, please email eliza.daviesg@utoronto.ca to indicate your interest.⁠ ⁠ Please include your name, student number and a short statement on why you would like to join RAC (150 words or less).⁠ ⁠ Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis until all spots on the committee are filled.⁠ ⁠ _⁠ #TeamChestnut #ChestnutResidence #UofT
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  • Student Residence
    • COVID-19 Information and Updates
    • 2020-21 Winter Break
    • 2020-21 Move-in
    • Admissions
    • Fees
    • Meal Plans & Food
    • Residence Life
    • Floor Communities & Student Rooms
    • Rights & Responsibilities
    • Services & Amenities
    • Bookable Spaces
    • ResLife Blog
    • Residence Tours
    • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Summer Accomodations
  • Conference Services
  • Parking
  • Contact Us