Spaces & Experiences at U of T is responsible for improving life outside the classroom.
Whether it’s by providing locally and sustainably sourced meals, memorable campus events, warm and friendly residences or innovative development projects for students, staff and faculty…
Spaces & Experiences recently had the opportunity to speak to three former residents of UFH’s Charles Street community (two of whom are currently working as Community Program Support Staff at UFH) that lived at UFH for many years and still call it home.
U of T Marks Diwali: The holiday of lights and sweetness was recently celebrated on campus with a festive meal and special decorations at our dining halls.
The green roof atop the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus directly supports U of T’s Climate Positive Action Plan.
Spaces & Experiences recently had the opportunity to speak to three former residents of UFH’s Charles Street community (two of whom are currently working as Community Program Support Staff at UFH) that lived at UFH for many years and still call it home.
U of T Marks Diwali: The holiday of lights and sweetness was recently celebrated on campus with a festive meal and special decorations at our dining halls.
We were once two separate portfolios —
Ancillary Services and Real Estate. Now,
Space & Experiences combines our
intimate knowledge of U of T’s community
needs with the capacity to identify and
develop innovative spaces and services.
We take a holistic approach to our work, collaborating with internal and external partners to create environments that power new possibilities at the University.
The Spaces & Experiences portfolio includes the following campus business units
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❄️ As we approach the winter break, we’d like to wish all of our residence community across Oak House, Chestnut Residence, Knox Residence and Graduate House a very happy holiday season and a restful break!
🏡 If you’re stating in residence during the break, remember that:
- The Don on Call is available 24-hours-a-day
- There are events being run throughout the break — look for posters around residence!
- There are others staying in residence just like you, take the time to say hello and make new connections!
🔗 Visit your residence website for all guidelines, including service closures and changes. Click the link in bio to see more.
✨ We look forward to seeing you in 2026!
#UofT #UniversityOfToronto
The holidays can be magical… but a little stressful! This is your reminder to take a weekend reset. 💙
Join Ellie as she gets in the spirit with some holiday baking and decorating her dorm room Oak House! ✨
Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season, we`ll see you in 2026!
📸 Ellie, Student Social Squad Content Creator at Oak House
#UofT #SandE #UofTResidence
Not only does the Landmark garage under King’s College Cir. have great rates and the convenience of being located at the heart of campus, the acoustics are also amazing! 💙
Wishing our U of T community the happiest of holiday seasons from Transportation Services! This year, make sure to park smart, always plan your route, and drive safely.
Have a safe and joyful holiday break U of T—see you in 2026!
#UofT #SandE #ParkSmart #ParkatUofT
Some of the clips that didn’t make the final cut in 2025 🎬😅 Thank you for being a part of our wonderful community 💙 We’ll see you in 2026, UFH!
📣 We’re hiring! We’re currently recruiting for a number of student positions at Oak House, Chestnut Residence, Knox Residence and Graduate House:
Chestnut Residence
• Don
• Lead Don
• Architecture LLC Don
• Engineering Science LLC Don
• Engineering Science Lead LLC Don
Oak House
• Don
• Lead Don
• Architecture LLC Don
• Engineering Leadership LLC Don
Graduate House
• Don
• Lead Don
Knox Residence
• Don
Across S&E Residences
• Community Programming Advisors
🫶 Positions are available for undergraduate, graduate and second-entry students (check individual job descriptions for eligibility).
📆 Applications close at 9am on Monday, January 12th
🔗 To learn more and apply, click the link in bio or visit uoft.me/se-residences-hiring
#uoft #universityoftoronto #uoftjobs #studentjobs #residencedon
Step into Sakura’s world as a Chestnut Don this holiday season! From creative bulletin boards to cozy hot chocolate nights, she’s making every moment count for the Chestnut community.
What would you love our Dons to share next? Tell us below! ✨☕
📸 Sakura, Student Social Squad Content Creator at Chestnut Residence
#UofT #SandE #UofTResidences
🌟Food Services Employee Spotlight!🌟
As we wrap up the semester, we’re shining the spotlight one last time on the incredible staff who keep our campus dining experience running strong. From prepping meals to keeping our spaces welcoming and efficient, their hard work and dedication don’t go unnoticed. 🙌
Thank you for bringing comfort, flavour, and community to U of T all year long, we’re so grateful for everything you do!
#uoft #uoftfoodservices #uoftfood
Did you know that the UFH Free Store recycles an average of 18,696 items and 2,216 kilograms of clothing every year?!
You can help us continue to make the world a more sustainable place by dropping by our Donation Station on December 19th in the 35 Charles lobby.
From 4pm-8pm UFH residents can bring small, clean, gently-used items to donate to the Free Store – just make sure you check out the Free Store’s acceptable donations list beforehand. We’ll also have a fun photo booth and prizes up for grabs!
See you at the Donation Station!
Our Winter Wonderland Festive Dinner Buffet was one to remember! ❄️🍽️
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and enjoy the festive spread in our residence Dining Commons. An extra special shoutout to our amazing campus chefs and culinary teams who put together such a delicious meal for this special night! 👏
#uoft #uoftfood #uoftfoodservices
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… when the therapy dogs come for a visit! 🐶
#UofT #UniversityofToronto #UofTDorm #TherapyDogs
📣Heading out for the winter break? Don’t forget to return your Eco2Go containers before you leave!
No need to scrub or clean them, we’ll handle that part for you. Just drop them off at any residence Dining Commons before you leave.
Also, if you’ve got any lingering Dining Commons dishes or cutlery hanging out in your room (you know who you are 👀 ), now’s the perfect time to bring them back too!
Let’s keep things sustainable 💚
#uoftfood #uoftfoodservices #SustainableUofT
Canada`s largest public science festival, Science Rendezvous, welcomes hundreds of people to U of T’s front campus every spring for an exciting day of curiosity, creativity and community.
Campus Events & Conference Services works hard each year to plan this event, collaborating with organizers to make sure that an event of this size goes off without a hitch! From coordinating logistics across campus to supporting volunteers and exhibitors, CECS helps to transform our spaces into interactive hubs of science and innovation.
#UofT #CampusEvents #ConferenceServices #ScienceRendezvous
