External Client Frequently Asked Questions

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We're happy to answer any questions you may have. If you do not find a suitable answer below, please feel free to reach out to us at confserv.utm@utoronto.ca and we will get back to you as soon as possible.  
 

General

  1. I want to host an event at UTM, who should I contact?
  2. What spaces may I book for an event?
  3. Do you have accommodations on sight?

Fees

  1. What are your room rental fees?
  2. Is there parking available on site? What are the parking fees?

Booking

  1. Do I have to sign a contract to book a space on campus?
  2. What do I need to provide in order to book a space on campus?
  3. May I book accommodations throughout the year?

Event-Specific

  1. Am I allowed to bring catering on site?
  2. Do you provide alcohol for events?
  3. May I bring external entertainment vendors to campus?
  4. Do you provide internal AV equipment, and if so, what is the price?

Venue-Specific

  1. How long does it take to get to the airport? 
  2. Do you have a Print Shop? 
  3. Is there a gym I may use? 
  4. May I use the library?
  5. Where may I eat on campus?
  6. Where is the closest health center?
  7. What is the Oscar Peterson Hall service desk phone number?
  8. Is there somewhere I may do my laundry?
  9. How may I contact Campus Police?
  10. Where is the nearest bank machine? 
  11. Where is the nearest shopping center / groceries?
  12. Where is the nearest drug store?
  13. How do I get to downtown Toronto?
  14. Where can we rent a bike and/or a car?
  15. What is the number of a local taxi company?

 


 

General

I want to host an event at UTM, who should I contact?

Please fill out the webform on the External Client Functions page. Please go to the page, and scroll down to below the 4 bookable space catalogues. You will see a "Contact Us Form" there.


What spaces may I book for an event?

You may book any of our Event Spaces, Meeting Spaces, Academic Spaces, and in some situations our Overnight Accommodations Spaces. To view our bookable spaces please visit our External Client Functions page and scroll down to see our four bookable space catalogues.
 

Do you have accommodations on sight?

Yes. We have three types of accommodations: townhouses apartments and dorms. To view our Overnight Accommodation options visit our External Client Functions page and scroll down to see our four bookable space catalogues. Select the Overnight Accommodation Catalogue.

 

Fees

What are your room rental fees?

Our prices vary depending on the type, size and building. To view our bookable spaces & the rates please visit our External Client Functions page and scroll down to see our four bookable space catalogues.
 

Is there parking available on site? What are the parking fees?

Yes. We provide parking permits at the rate of $15/day. We also have special prices for weekly or monthly permits.

 

Booking

Do I have to sign a contract to book a space on campus?

Yes. Bookings will not be confirmed until a contract is signed on both ends.


What do I need to provide in order to book a space on campus?

In addition to a signed contract, we also require a certificate of liability insurance and a payment method (cheque, credit cards, debit card, or exact cash) to confirm your booking.


May I book accommodations throughout the year?

No. Due to the fact that we are an active university our residences are only available for booking outside of the regular academic school year calendar. Exact dates vary, however this is typically mid-May to mid-August. 

 

Event-Specific

Am I allowed to bring catering on site?

Outside food is not allowed as all food & beverage orders must go through our approved food services provider on campus. Please visit our Food & Beverage Services | Catering page for more information.
 

Do you provide alcohol for events?

Yes. We provide host bar or cash bar. Please coordinate your bar request with your Special Events Coordinator at least one month in advance. Bars might require a catering endorsement if your space is unlicensed. Catering endorsements cost $400 and must be submitted at least one moth in advance to guarantee approval.
 

May I bring external entertainment vendors to campus?

Yes. You may bring your own AV company, stage, etc. We are also happy to assist you with our in-house AV, or external vendors.
 

Do you provide internal AV equipment, and if so, what is the price?

We do have in-house AV support and can provide assistance as well as equipment. Prices vary between $120/day to $200/day for basic AV packages. Additional requests can be accommodated at an extra cost.
 

Venue-Specific

How long does it take to get to the airport? 

Via the 403 east, 401 east, and the 427 north, it is approximately a 20 minute drive
 

Do you have a Print Shop? 

Yes we do, and they are located in the William G. Davis building, Suite 1132 down the hall from the Bookstore.

(905) 828-5248
copy.utm@utoronto.ca
utm.utoronto.ca/hospitality/ThePrintShop 
 

Is there a gym I may use? 

The Recreation, Athletics, and Wellness Centre (RAWC) that includes indoor & outdoor facilities that you are welcome to use.  Visit utm.utoronto.ca/athletics for more information.


May I use the library? 

Yes, you have access to the Hazel McCallion Academic Learning Centre. Visit library.utm.utoronto.ca for more information.
 

Where may I eat on campus? 

We have many food service locations across campus for you to enjoy! Visit utm.utoronto.ca/hospitality/FoodHours for more information.
 

Where is the closest health center?

Walk-in Clinic:

South Common Medical Centre
2110 Burnamthorpe Road W #3
Mississauga
(905) 820-3209 

Hospital:

Credit Valley Hospital
2200 Eglinton Ave. West
Mississauga
(905) 813-2200 

What is the Oscar Peterson Hall service desk phone number?

(905) 828-5286 
 

Is there somewhere I may do my laundry?

Laundry facilities are available for a fee.
 

How may I contact Campus Police?

Campus police are located in the William G. Davis building, Suite 3116
General Inquiries: (905) 828-5200
Emergency: 911


Where is the nearest bank machine? 

There is a Scotiabank ATM Located in the:

  • UTM Student Centre
  • William G. Davis Building, outside of the Davis Food Court


Where is the nearest shopping center / groceries?

Erin Mills Town Centre
5100 Erin Mills Parkway
Mississauga

Square One
100 City Centre Drive
Mississauga

Michael Angelo’s
4099 Erin Mills Parkway
Mississauga


Where is the nearest drug store? 

Shoppers Drug Mart
2126 Burnamthorpe Road West
Mississauga, ON
5 minute drive | 30 minute walk
 

How do I get to downtown Toronto?

  By Car: QEW & Gardiner Expressway East or Hwy 403 East & Hwy 427 South
  Mississauga Transit: Mississauga.ca/portal/miway
  Toronto Transit: ttc.ca
  GO Train: gotransit.com
  U of T Shuttle Bus: utm.utoronto.ca/shuttle/fares-boarding
 

Where can we rent a bike and/or a car?

Bike Rental:
Monday - Friday  |  11:00am - 3:00pm
Located at the Student Centre Extension

Car Rental:
2255 Dundas Street West
Mississauga
(905) 569-2495

What is the number of a local taxi company?

Mississauga Taxi (905) 277-7777