While Seneca provides off-campus partners to help you with your housing search, it is important for you to do your due diligence and choose a provider that is right for your needs. You are encouraged to review the tips below and learn important tips for your housing safety and to protect yourself from scams. Seneca can assume no responsibility for any scams.
SOME SUGGESTIONS FOR AVOIDING RENTAL SCAMS
(Source: Places4Students)
Stay Informed If you suspect you have received a fraudulent email, please report this to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
The following are some great safety tips and resources you should review:
The Government of Ontario provides information about fire safety for parents who have a child/children attending college or university. The fire safety information helps parents make conscious decisions to find suitable accommodation for a daughter and/or son attending postsecondary education.
Another resource for fire safety is available at knowfire.ca. This website provides fire safety awareness programs for students.
Ontario, like other provinces and territories, has seen an increase in bed bug infestations. Anyone anywhere can pick up these hitchhikers during travel, in public places and from second-hand items. The Government of Canada provides important information that will assist you to identify, prevent and control bed bugs.
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