University District, Kingston
As a second attempt in 2011, the Alma Mater Society passed a resolution through its legislative body, the AMS Assembly, to formally recognize the area as the "University District.
"[6] Unlike the "Student Village", the 2011 campaign gained widespread acceptance, leading to the City of Kingston formally recognizing the name and implementing distinct street signs officially denoting the area as the University District.
[5] Holiday Housecheck is a free student-run service run by the Alma Mater Society that operates during the Winter and Summer breaks.
of Community Housing for landlords who have had their units inspected by an independent third party for compliance with the City of Kingston's property standards by-law.
[10] As of December 1, 2022, Queen's Community Housing has announced that it is winding down the Landlord Contract Program (LCP), and will no longer be accepting new properties.
As students begin to arrive in the fall, SMART expands its role in ensuring that the University District is clean and safe.
They host regular community-wide clean ups, paying particular attention to the busy times of the year, such as Orientation Week, Homecoming, Halloween, and St. Patrick's Day.
The Housing Resource Centre, also run by the Alma Mater Society, offers support for students who are experiencing a conflict with a landlord or housemate in a safe and confidential space.
Trained student volunteers can also answer questions and provide information on property standards, leases, tenant rights, house hunting, home security, and more.
After extensive public consultation, City Council subsequently passed a motion on September 1, 2015, which marked the completion of the initiative.
The festival takes place on the Saturday night of every homecoming, and offers a solution to the previous lack of programming during this time period.
Approximately 80% of Queen's students volunteer in the community, providing valuable and unique services that create a natural bond with permanent residents in Kingston.
