Off-campus
The university provides off-campus living resources and assistance for students, landlords and residents. From transit to housing to general inquiries about living off campus, our team can help you.
For more information, email ocl@ontariotechu.ca.
Durham Region Transit (DRT)
- Common routes to campus: 310, 401(B&C), 416, 417, 420, 910, 915 and 950
- PRESTO and DRT information
- U-Pass information
GO Bus services to campus:
- 52 – 407 East GO Bus
- 93 – Durham College/University of Ontario Institute of Technology/Scarborough Express GO Bus
- GO System maps
- List of stations and bus stops by city
- Trip Planner
In addition to other living options, International students have an opportunity to be a part of a homestay program. A homestay is an opportunity for an international or exchange student to live with a host family in their home that provides you with a warm and welcoming stay where you feel supported during your time in Canada.
These host families (and their homes) have gone through an application and screening process to make sure they are suitable for hosting Ontario Tech Students.
Our university's homestay program is operated by the Canada Homestay Network (CHN).
The university does not manage rental listings. The rental listing website we recommend is Places4Students.com. This website provides a place where students can find rental listings near the university, post a sublet, or find roommates. Landlords can also post their rental unit(s).
- Determining your needs: Things to consider when deciding where to live.
- Lease checklist: What to look for in your lease agreement.
- Supplies: What you should bring to your new home.
- Visiting a place: A walkthrough checklist to use when viewing a potential home.
Housing Information
- Tenant information – Learn about the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA), Municipal by-laws, information sessions you can attend, and other useful relevant tenant tips provided by the City of Oshawa.
- Residential Rental Housing Licensing (RRHL) – Be familiar with the City of Oshawa’s Residential Rental Housing By-law, which has special rules for properties near campus. It is important to ensure that you live in a licensed home.
Legal Information and Support
- Landlord and Tenant Board – Created by the RTA to give residential landlords and tenants rights and responsibilities and sets out a process for enforcing them.
- Durham Community Legal Clinic – Provides free legal information, legal advice, and representation