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DearParkside,
It’sFinallyMarch!
Colddaysarehere,somakesureyouare stayingwarm,anddoingyourpartforyour mentalhealth,includingstayingphysically active,goingoutforsomesunshine&stayingin touchwithyourlovedones.
Inthecomingweeks,we’llhaveplentyofevents andinitiativesdesignedtohelpyouconnect, learn,andgrow.Iencourageyoutotakepart, meetnewpeople,andmakethemostof everythingourcommunityhastooffer.
Stayconnected,Parkside!
Parkside Res Life Team
Hello there, I’m
ALDIYAR
My name is Aldiyar. I’m from Kazakhstan, i love doing sports, doesn’t matter which one. I’m 19 years old. After i came to Canada i knew that this is place for me. I do love this place, especially the building i’m living in, called Parkside.
ST. PATRICKS DAY
St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated every year on March 17 and honors St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. What began as a religious feast day has grown into a worldwide celebration of Irish culture—think green outfits, shamrocks, music, parades, and lots of community spirit. People celebrate to recognize Irish heritage and history, but today it’s also about coming together, having fun, and shaking off winter with a burst of colour and energy. Whether you’re Irish or not, everyone’s welcome to join in (just don’t forget to wear green ��).
Things to Do in Toron
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City Hall often gets lit up in green, and the square becomes a hub for photos, meetups, and festivities. Perfect for a daytime stroll with friends.
Toronto’s pubs and bars host St. Patrick’s Day events with live Irish music, themed drinks, and dancing. Expect packed crowds, green everything, and lots of sing-alongs.
Spring cleaning is more than just tidying up it’s a reset for your space and your mind. For university students, a clean and organized environment can help reduce stress, boost focus, and make studying feel more manageable. Clearing out clutter from last semester also creates room for fresh habits, better routines, and a more positive start to the new season. A small clean can make a big difference in your motivation and well-being. ��✨
RENEW RAFFL
Lease renewals are now open for the 2026–2027 academic year on your Resident Portal.
Residents who renew early can take advantage of our limited-time Renewal Rent Freeze and will also receive early entry into our Renew Raffle WIN event for a chance to win exciting prizes.
Choose between 8-month or 12-month terms.
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Monday,March2nd 7:00PM Wednesday, March 4th 8:00PM
NAME THAT COUNTRY TRIVIA BIKE TO KINGSTON
CREATE A WOMAN’S DAY MURAL
LINKEDIN TIPS
Sunday, March 15th 6:00PM Saturday, March 7th 2:00PM Tuesday, March 10th 7:00PM
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ST PATRICKS DAY
Tuesday,March17th
5:00PM
FRIDAY NIGHT AT THE AGO
Friday,March20th 6:00PM
BILLIARDS TOURNAMENT
Sunday,March22nd 4:00PM
PLANT YOUR OWN TERRARIUM
Wednesday,March25th
7:00PM
GALLERY NIGHT EXPO
Sunday,March29th
2:00PM
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