Register for Residence | Thunder Bay Campus

2025-2026 housing applications open up at the end of March 2025.

You're just a few steps away from registering for residence!

There are two parts to the registration process:
1) Complete online form 
2)  Pay $250.00 down payment

Please note: Students must be admitted to Lakehead University prior to completing an application.

Click on the menu items below for details.  If you are unsure of which category applies to you, please call (807) 343-8010 extension 8060 or email resaccnt@lakeheadu.ca.

For the most current rates and payment schedule click here!

Click here to learn more about housing options

High School Students 

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (students who are planning to graduate from high school in June 2025)  

Application deadline is June 2, 2025.

Have your myInfo username and password on hand (check your Acknowledgement Letter).

APPLY TODAY


Admission to Residence is guaranteed to all high school students provided they are admitted to Lakehead University by June 2, 2025.

Early submission of your online Residence Housing Registration Form will increase your chances of getting the type of room you want.  Do not wait until the last minute to register for Residence, complete the Residence Housing Registration Form as you have made your decision to come to Lakehead University.

Do not wait until the last minute as rooms are assigned in the order students register.

Room assignments will not be completed until the online Residence Housing Registration Form has been completed and the Residence Office has received your down payment.

 

QUIET AREA AGREEMENT

Do you prefer to live in a "Quiet Area"?

The "Quiet Areas" were established for students committed to maintaining a quieter residence community more conducive to study.  It is the student's right, as a resident of these areas, to live in a quiet environment.  If this right is being violated, the student is encouraged to approach the person(s) responsible.  Resident Assistants will be responsible for mediating disputes between students as they arise.  Final decisions regarding dispute settlement rest with the Residence Area Coordinator.  The following represents the basic conditions which support the above objective.  Students requesting residence in the quiet areas must first accept the following conditions:

1.  Students are encouraged to maintain a level of room noise that cannot be heard outside the room when the door is closed. (Exception Item 3).  Stereo headphones are strongly recommended.

2.  Regular living noise is acceptable in the lounges (i.e. conversation, house meetings, use of kitchen facilities, etc.)  Students should not use the lounges for other activities such as music, large gatherings, boisterous behaviour, etc. (Exception Item 4)

3.  The foregoing conditions are waived from 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm on Friday and Saturday evenings.  During this time, a reasonable noise level will be allowed.  This does not mean "anything goes". This does not apply during the final exam period.

4.  House/Floor gatherings will be allowed on an occasional basis provided 75% of the community agrees to the event and that the approval is obtained from Residence Life Coordinator in advance.

5.  The Department of Residence strives to promote community living and social interaction among students.  Therefore, individuals expecting absolute silence at all times may not be well suited for residence life, even in a quiet area, and may want to consider other living arrangements.

Returning Students 
RETURNING STUDENTS

Returning students are those currently living in Residence. 

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Upper Year Students 

Upper Year Students

Upper Year students include anyone who:

  • Graduated from high school more than one year ago
  • Is transferring from another University or College
  • Is an Education, Graduate, or 8-month Exchange student
  • Is a Lakehead University student who lived off-campus in 2024-2025

Have your myInfo username and password on hand (check your Acknowledgement Letter). 

Application deadline is June 2, 2025.

Important Notations

  • As soon as you have received an offer of admission from Lakehead University you may register for Residence Housing.

  • Students who plan to arrive at Lakehead University prior to August 28th (start of Residence Contract) must submit an early arrival request form.  Early arrival charges will apply. Please ensure that the Residence Administration Office has accepted your request before arriving to Residence.

The $250.00 down payment is not required until if/when a room is offered to you by the Residence Administration Office. 

WHEN WILL I FIND OUT ABOUT MY HOUSING?

Applications will be reviewed after June 2, 2025.  Students will be contacted by email if a suitable room booking is available.  

APPLY TODAY

International Students NEW to Lakehead

International Students

International students include anyone who:

  • Is a NEW International Student to Lakehead University

Have your myInfo username and password on hand (check your Acknowledgement Letter).

Application deadline is June 2, 2025

Important Notations:

  • As soon as you have received an offer of admission from Lakehead University you may register for Residence Housing.

    • Students who plan to arrive at Lakehead University prior to August 28th (start of Residence Contract) must submit an early arrival request form.  Early arrival charges will apply. 

WHEN WILL I FIND OUT ABOUT MY HOUSING?

Residence room assignments will be emailed to Lakehead University email addresses prior to contract start date.  

APPLY TODAY

Exchange Students - 4-Month Fall Term

Exchange Students (4-Month Fall Term)

Application deadline is June 2, 2025.

Have your myInfo username and password on hand (check your Acknowledgement Letter).

Important Notations

  • As soon as you have received an offer of admission from Lakehead University you may register for Residence Housing

    • Four month exchange students are assigned rooms in the Residence Halls.

    • Students who plan to arrive at Lakehead University prior to August 28th (start of Residence Contract) must submit an early arrival request form.  Early arrival charges will apply.

WHEN WILL I FIND OUT ABOUT MY HOUSING?

Residence room assignments will be emailed to Lakehead University email addresses prior to contract start date.  

APPLY TODAY

Spring/Summer Students

Spring & Summer 2025 - May 1 to August 10, 2025

This housing registration form is for students registered in Spring/Summer courses at Lakehead University (Thunder Bay Campus).  

APPLY TODAY

THERE IS NO DOWN PAYMENT REQUIRED WITH THIS APPLICATION


AVAILABLE HOUSING

Accommodation period - May 1, 2025 to August 10, 2025
Townhouses (maximum 4 students).
Rate - $30.00 per day 
Minimum stay is 5 days.

All students are charged a $25.00 Residence Activity Fee.

Spring and/or Summer room charges (and tax if applicable) will be added to your student statement of account based on the information provided on your Residence registration form.  Please advise the Residence Accounts/Admissions Office of any changes with your stay.

If your stay is less than 4 weeks, you will be assessed applicable Accommodation Tax.

Please Note:  All residence rooms must be vacated by 12 noon August 11, 2025 unless individuals are in Residence for the 2025-2026 academic year.

If you have any questions about Residence at Lakehead University please contact the Residence Office.  Thunder Bay campus - (807) 343-8010 extension 8060 or email resaccnt@lakeheadu.ca


SUMMER MEAL PLAN OPTIONS

Aramark Food Services offers optional meal plans for students staying in the townhouses during the summer months.   

Winter Term - January 2026 to April 2026

Winter Term 2026 - January 3 to April 20, 2026

Housing applications will be available October 15, 2025.  Registration deadline is November 15, 2025.

Rooms will be booked in the order that applications are received based on availability and suitability.  Full Winter Term payment is due by December 15, 2025.

Special Notes:

1)  In the event that a student requires accommodation based on any disability, medical condition, height, dietary need, and/or requirements related to lifestyle, culture, gender, or religious needs please email resaccnt@lakeheadu.ca with your information. 

2)  Animals that are deemed Service Animals and have been registered with the Residence Administration Office are permitted.