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con t en t s11 Getting to Know the Community 1

22 Finding a Place to Live 2

33 Your Lease 5

44 Tenant/Landlord Rights and Responsibilities 6

55 Managing your Finances 16

66 Throwing a Party 18

77 Tips on Running your Home 20

88 Appendices 22

It is important for anyone moving to a new place to get toknow the community that they are becoming a member of.This includes not only being able to your way aroundbut also meeting your neighbours and getting involved incommunity activities.

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FR E D E R I C TO N N E I G H B O U R H O O D SBelow a map showing the rent residential neighbour-hoods in Fredericton:

M E E T I N G YO U R N E I G H B O U R SHaving a good relationship with your neighbours is incredi-bly important. If you have a good relationship with yourneighbours they will be much more likely to help you withthings like watching your house while you’re gone, it alsogreatly increases the likelihood that your neighbour willtake their complaints directly to you instead of to thepolice.

You could meet your neighbours by just knocking on theirdoor and saying ‘hello’. This can be hard to do at times, but

baking something like cookies and bringing them to yourneighbours’ door makes a great icebreaker.

T H I N G S TO D O I N FR E D E R I C TO NArts and CultureThere is a fairly big art scene in Fredericton, with over 10galleries around the city. Some of the galleries you shouldcheck out are:

The Beaverbrook Art GalleryGallery 78Gallery ConnexionUNB Art CentreIf you enjoy seeing plays, you will also want to check outthe Fredericton Playhouse. The Fredericton Farmer’s Marketis a great place to get great food and a dose of culture all atonce.

Walking Tr ia lsFredericton has over 80km of walking trails. For more infor-mation on these trails visit: http://www.fredericton.ca/en/recleisure/trailinformation.asp

ParksThere are quite a few parks within Fredericton. Some of thenotable parks are:Odell Park Queen’s SquareMorelle Park The GreenUNB Woodlot Centennial Park

s Squar e Carleton Park

Volunteer OpportunitiesVolunteering is a great way to give back to the communityas well as get to know it. There are many non-pr organi-zations in Fredericton who could use volunteers.

UNB Employment Services has a volunteer opportunitiessection on their jobs database. To see what volunteeropportunities are available please visit:https://www.unb.ca/employment/postings/student/index.cgi?section=volunteer

For information on services available in Fredericton, pleasevisit the Fredericton Community Services Database athttp://www.frederictoninfo.ca/.

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OPT ION S FOR PL ACES TO STAYThe first choice any student should make when looking fora place to live is whether they want to live in residence oroff-campus.

RESIDENCEUNB has a vibrant residence community with 14 residencehouses in total - 12 traditional, one suite style and oneapartment style. There are many benefits to living in resi-dence, including:

• You will live on campus• You will be very thankful for the short walks to class

in the winter months• You will have the opportunity to meet many other

students and participate in many on-campus activities• You will have all your meals provided by the cafeteria• You will not have to worry about bills

“Residence is a great environment to meet new people andjump start your university experience. The transition fromliving at home to residence is very smooth, paying up fronteach semester and not worrying about bills, being on campus close to the heart of student life, and having aclose network of residence staff you can rely on.”

– Jon, 3rd year BSc.

If you would like more information on living in residenceplease visit: http://www.unbf.ca/housing/reslife/welcomest/index.htm

OFF-C AMPUSIf you choose to live off-campus there are several optionsavailable to you:

• Buying a House• Renting a House• Renting an Apartment• Renting a Townhouse• Renting a Room in a House

If you are planning on living off-campus be sure to visithttp://www.frederictonstudenthousing.com

HHoouusseessStudents often choose to live in houses because it allowsthem to live with a group of friends and they do not have toworry as much about noise as people living in apartments.This is especially useful for students who play loud instru-ments such as the drums or the saxophone. Some of thedrawbacks of living in a house are:

• The number of people that you will have to share a kitchen or bathroom with.

• Loss of privacy• You can be held responsible for the actions of your

roommates.

BBuuyyiinngg aa HHoouusseeOne thing that students sometimes do is buy a house, rentout the other rooms and sell the house when they gradu-ate. This option requires a mortgage, which few studentsqualify for, so it is usually only available to students whocan find a co-signer. Owning a house and renting out theother rooms can be financially rewarding but it is also aconsiderable amount of work. You will have to act as thelandlord for your other tenants.

“Running the house can be a pain, especially the mainte-nance work you will have to do such as fixing plumbing ordry walling. Don’t get messy roommates because theywon’t just be trashing some rental unit, but a house thatyour parents own. Any conflict between a roommate andthe landlords will be funnelled through you.

However, in three years my parents made a pretty decentprofit if you include the fact they didn’t have to pay rent forme. I also learned a lot about housing maintenance.”

– Jamie, 2nd yr. Law

RReennttiinngg aa HHoouusseeRenting a house is a popular option for students living off-campus. Students will generally find 3-5 roommates andcollectively lease an entire house.

RReennttiinngg aann AAppaarrttmmeennttRenting an apartment is probably the most popular optionfor students living off campus. There are two types of

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apartments in Fredericton, apartment complexes and apart-ments in houses. These two types of apartments are quite dif-ferent from each other and have distinct advantages and dis-advantages. Note that there is quite a variety in apartmentsand that these generalizations will not apply in all cases.

Apartment ComplexSome of the advantages to living in an apartment complexinclude:

• Living with a smaller number of people than in a house.

• Not having to worry about a number of maintenance tasks such as:• Taking your garbage to the curb• Mowing your lawn/shovelling your driveway• Gener ally more secure than houses• Gener ally more modern than houses

Some of the disadvantages of living in an apartment com-plex include:

• Less tolerance for noise due to the proximity of neighbours

• Limited access to a lawn

Apartment in a HouseSome of the advantages to living in an apartment in ahouse include:

• Living with a smaller number of people than in a house.

• Possible access to a lawn• Often cheaper than an apartment in a complex

Some of the disadvantages to living in an apartment in ahouse include:

• Less tolerance for noise due to the proximity of neighbours

• Having to worry about maintenance tasks such as:• Taking your garbage to the curb• Mo wing your lawn/shovelling your driveway• Generally less modern than apartment complexes• Generally less secure than apartment complexes

Renting a TownhouseRenting a townhouse is halfway between renting an apart-ment and renting a house. Noise is not as much of a pr ob-

lem in a townhouse as in an apartment because there arenot tenants above and below you but it is more of a prob-lem than in a house because you still share walls with yourneighbours. Townhouses are generally designed for morepeople than an apartment but less than a house. If you arelooking for a middle of the road option you should considerrenting a townhouse.

Renting a Room in a HouseRenting a room in a house is probably the cheapest andeasiest way to live o� campus but it comes with its fairshare of problems as well. There are several ways to rent aroom in a house. Sometimes you are renting a room in thehome of the owner. In this instance meals are sometimesincluded, making the experience similar to living at homewith your parents. Sometimes y ou live in a house where allthe rooms are rented out separately and the landlord main-tains the common areas. Bene�ts of r enting a room in a house include:

• Only responsible for your room• Generally cheaper rent• Meals sometimes included• Very little maintenance• It can be kind of like living with your parents

Disadvantages include:

• Less autonomy than the other options• It can be kind of like living with your parents

CO ST A N D D I STA N C EOther things that you should consider when selecting aplace to live are the cost of the accommodation and the dis-tance to important destinations.

CostThe cost of the apartment is more than just rent. Thingsthat you will have to consider in the cost of the accommo-dation are:

• Rent• Amenities.

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• As of April 2010, Roomers and Boarders now have some protection through the Residential Tendencies Act and the Rentalsman has jurisdiction to assist roomers/boarders and their landlords for information and help with rental issues that may arise.

Amenities that may be included in rent are:Heat CableElectricity InternetWater Heat

Make sure to take all of these things into considerationwhen selecting a place. A place that rents for $300/monthwith nothing included could cost you more than a placethat rents for $400/month with electricity, heat, cable andinternet included. Pay extra attention to the cost of heat ifyou are renting a house, especially if it is old.

If you will only be living in Fredericton for 8 months there isan obvious benefit to getting an 8-month lease. You wouldspend the same amount on a 12-month lease for$400/month as an 8-month lease for $600/month. Youcould sublet the other 4 months of your 12-month lease butthere is very little demand for summer sublets. 12-monthleases also give you the advantage of being able to leaveyour stuff in your apartment over the summer; this willprobably make your next move much easier.

DDiissttaanncceeIf you don’t have a car, the distance from where you liveand the places you need to go to frequently is one of themost important qualities in a place to live. The cost of rentgoes up the closer you get to the University. If you have acar you may want to consider living on the north side asrent is generally cheaper there.

SELECT ING A ROOMMATEYour choice of housemates is something that will have ahuge effect on your living experience. You will have to sharea space with these people for a year so you need to makesure that you and the people you live with can coexistpeacefully for that time. Important things to consider in apotential housemate:

• Tolerance for mess• Sleep schedule• Trustworthiness• Smoking and Pets

“Make sure that you spend some time with your roommatesbefore you sign a lease. I found 2 of my roommates onFacebook last year. They looked alright on paper and wehad a nice conversation over the phone so we added themto the lease. We did not meet in person until the day wemoved in. I realized within about half an hour that I couldn’tstand them. It was too late though; I was stuck living withthem for the next year.”

– Jeff, 2nd year Law

TToolleerraannccee ffoorr MMeessssIt is a sad reality of living with housemates that the personwho has the lowest tolerance for mess does the bulk of thecleaning. Try to pick someone with a similar tolerance formess to minimize conflict.

SSlleeeepp SScchheedduulleeTry to find roommates that have somewhat similar sleepschedules to you. Constantly waking your roommates orhaving to be quiet all the time because somebody is sleep-ing can put significant strain on your relationship andmakes everyone miserable.

TTrruussttwwoorrtthhiinneessssIn this case trustworthiness does not only relate to theirmoral fibre but also to the soundness of their judgement.Your housemate could be the nicest person in the world buttheir bad judgement could lead to the destruction of yourproperty or any number of other negative consequences.Remember that if you sign the same lease as your house-mate you can be held responsible if they do not pay therent. You can also be held equally responsible for noisecomplaints or damage to the property.

SSmmookkiinngg aanndd PPeettssBeing a smoker and having a pet are both things that willseverely limit your choices when it comes to finding a placeto live. Pets and smoking are also things that bother somepeople and are a necessity to others so make sure you andyour roommates are in agreement on these subjects.


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Leases are legally binding documents that set out the termsof the relationship between the landlord and the tenant.There is a standard form lease that sets out the generalterms of any lease but additional terms may be added tothe lease at the agreement of both the landlord and thetenant. You cannot, however, remove any of the mandatoryrights and responsibilities that are included in the standardform lease. A copy of the standard form lease can be foundhere: https://www.pxw1.snb.ca/snb7001/e/1000/CSS-FOL-SNB-45-0065E.pdf

There are two ways that you and your roommates can signa lease. You can either sign the same lease or separateleases for each person.

SSaammee LLeeaasseeA same lease is when you and your housemates have yournames on the same lease that covers the entire living area.If you choose to sign a same lease you can be held liablefor your housemates’ portion of the rent if they fail to pay.You and your housemates have shared rights and responsi-bilities over the whole living area. Most leases where youshare a living area are same leases.

SSeeppaarraattee LLeeaasseeA separate lease is when you and your housemates eachsign individual leases. If you do this you are only responsi-ble for your portion of the rent and cannot be held liable ifyour housemate fails to pay.

SSeeccuurriittyy DDeeppoossiittYour landlord has the right to demand a security depositfrom you. The security deposit should be paid before, or at,the start of your tenancy. A security deposit cannot be morethan 1 month’s rent.

Your security deposit is held by the Rentalsman, who willmail you a receipt when they receive your security deposit.If you do not receive a receipt from the Rentalsman within 7days of paying your security deposit you should contact theOffice of the Rentalsman as soon as possible. Your landlordhas 7 days after the end of the lease to claim the securitydeposit. Things that the landlord can claim the damagedeposit for include:

• Physical Damage• Cleaning• Unpaid Rent

Any money not claimed by the landlord will be returned tothe tenant. The tenant can request the security deposit anytime after the tenancy ends using forms that are availableat the Rentalsman’s Office.

LLaasstt MMoonntthh’’ss RReennttYour landlord is not allowed to ask for your last month’srent in advance. They can only ask for your first month’srent and security deposit.

IInnssppeeccttiioonnBefore signing your lease, make sure that you follow theinstructions on inspecting your place that are contained inChapter 4: Tenant/Landlord Rights and Responsibilities.


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TENANT RIGHTS ANDRESPON SIBILIT IESMost tenant rights have corresponding responsibilities forthe landlord or community and most tenant responsibilitiescorrespond to rights of the landlord or other members ofthe community.

RIGHTSEvery Tenant has a right to…

• Peaceful use and enjoyment of their home and yard• A warm, clean and safe accommodation• Privacy in their home• A written contract outlining the rental agreement• Have the landlord follow clearly defined procedures

for a variety of landlord-tenant issues (with the exception of people staying in boarding houses)

• Procedural recourse should your landlord not meet their obligations (with the exception of people staying in boarding houses)

PPeeaacceeffuull UUssee aanndd EEnnjjooyymmeennttPeaceful use and enjoyment of their home and yard is aright that all tenants have. It means that no one else hasthe right to act in a way that interferes with your enjoymentof your property. Since everyone has the right not to havethe enjoyment of their property interfered with, everyonehas the RESPONSIBILITY not to do anything that will inter-fere with others’ enjoyment of their property.

WWaarrmm,, CClleeaann aanndd SSaaffee AAccccoommmmooddaattiioonnAll tenants have the right to a warm, clean and safe accom-modation. This right is protected through By-Law R2(Maintenance and Occupancy Standards for ResidentialProperties) and By-law Z-2 (Zoning).

Tenants can report problems to:• The By-law Enforcement Officer• The Rentalsman• The Building Inspector

BY-L AW R2 (MAINTENANCE AND OCCUPANC YSTANDARDS FOR RESIDENT IALPROPERT IES) covers the following topics:

• Cleanliness• Heat• Space Requirements• Structure/Protection from the Elements• Safety• Rodents and Insects

CClleeaannlliinneessssEvery floor, wall, ceiling, furnishing and fixture in a dwellingor dwelling unit shall be maintained in a clean and sanitarycondition.

HHeeaattEvery dwelling shall be provided with a heating systemcapable of maintaining a room temperature of 70 degreesFahrenheit (21 degrees Celsius) at five feet above floor levelin all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms whenthe temperature outside the dwelling is -20 degreesFahrenheit (-29 degrees Celsius).

SSppaaccee RReeqquuiirreemmeennttssIn a dwelling unit in which the occupants prepare food fortheir own consumption, or are intended to or are permittedto so prepare food, a suitable and convenient cupboard forstorage of food, containing at least four cubic feet of space,shall be maintained in good repair.

A dwelling unit shall have at least 75 square feet of habit-able room floor area for each person resident therein.

A habitable room used for sleeping purposes shall have afloor area of at least 50 square feet.

A habitable room shall be at least 7 feet in height over atleast one half of the floor area.

SSttrruuccttuurree//PPrrootteeccttiioonn ffrroomm tthhee EElleemmeennttssEvery part of a dwelling shall be maintained in a structurallysound condition so as to be capable of safely sustaining itsown weight and any additional weight that may be put on itthrough normal use.


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A ffoouunnddaattiioonn wwaallll of a dwelling shall be maintained so as toprevent the entrance of moisture, insects and rodents.

Every iinntteerriioorr wwaallll and cceeiilliinngg in a dwelling shall be main-tained so as to be free of holes or cracks and loose plasteror other material, the collapse of which might cause injury.

WWiinnddoowwss, eexxtteerriioorr ddoooorrss and basement or cellar hhaattcchhwwaayyssof a dwelling shall be maintained so as to prevent theentrance of wind and precipitation into the dwelling.

A rrooooff of a dwelling shall be maintained in a watertight con-dition so as to prevent leakage into the dwelling.

Every fflloooorr in a dwelling shall be maintained so as to befree of loose, warped, protruding, broken or rotted boardsthat might cause an accident, or admit rodents into thedwelling.

A bbaatthhrroooomm fflloooorr or toilet floor shall be maintained so as tobe reasonably impervious to water and to permit easycleaning.

Every cchhiimmnneeyy, smoke pipe and flue servicing a dwellingshall be maintained so as to prevent gases from leakinginto the dwelling.

Every habitable room, bathroom and toilet room shall haveaaddeeqquuaattee vveennttiillaattiioonn.

SSaaffeettyyOn an open side of a stairway, balcony, landing or stairwell,a handrail or banister shall be installed so as to providereasonable protection against accident or injury.

An inside or outside stair or a porch shall be maintained soas to be free of holes, cracks and any other condition thatmay constitute an accident hazard.

Steps, walks, driveways, parking spaces and similar areasof a yard shall be maintained so as to afford safe passageunder normal use and weather conditions.

All eelleeccttrriiccaall wwiirriinngg, eeqquuiippmmeenntt and aapppplliiaanncceess located orused in a dwelling shall be installed and maintained ingood working order so as not to cause a fire or electricalshock hazard.

RRooddeennttss aanndd IInnsseeccttssA dwelling shall be kept free of rodents and insects at alltimes, and methods used for exterminating rodents orinsects or both shall conform with generally accepted prac-tice.

A basement or cellar window used or intended to be usedfor ventilation, and any other opening in a basement or cel-lar that might let in rodents shall be screened with wiremesh or such other material as will effectively excluderodents.

During the time of year when insects may enter a dwelling,each outside door shall be equipped with a self-closingdevice, and every opening that opens to outdoor space,used or intended to be used for ventilation, shall be appro-priately screened with wire mesh or such other material aswill effectively exclude insects.

BY-L AW Z-2 (ZONING)NNuummbbeerr ooff tteennaannttss

• No more than 4 unrelated persons living in the upstairs or main level.

• No more than 3 unrelated persons living in abasement apartment.

SSlleeeeppiinngg qquuaarrtteerrss iinn tthhee bbaasseemmeenntt must have egress win-dows which are big enough to allow an adult to escapethrough should there be an emergency such as a fire (3.77sq. ft. or .35 sq. m or no less than 15 inches)

PPrriivvaaccyyEvery tenant has a right to privacy in his or her own home,even with respect to their landlord. This right to privacyfrom the landlord is protected under the notice of entryrequirements of the Residential Tenancies Act. Landlordsmust also respect your privacy by refraining from askingcertain types of questions.


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Here are some examples of what your landlord can and can-not ask:

A landlord can ask: The landlord can ask questions that will help him/herassess your suitability as a tenant, as long as they do notinfringe on your rights.

• What is your income? Where do you work?• How many people will be living with you and what

are their names?• Do you have pets? Do you smoke? Will your family

be visiting?• Could you provide written permission for a credit

check?• May I see your references, and their current contact

information?

A landlord cannot ask:The landlord cannot ask questions that infringe on yourrights under the Human Rights Code for your province.

• Do you plan to have (more) children?• What is your ethnic background, religion, or sexual

preference?• What is your Social Insurance Number? If you don’t

provide your SIN, I won’t rent to you.• Are you married, single, or divorced?

Source CMHC Guide to Renting a Home, p.15.

NoticeA landlord can enter your place after providing writtennotice. Notice must include:

• 24hrs notice for viewing• 7 days notice for repairs• Reason your place is being entered• Day of entry• Time of entry (Must be between 8am and 8pm)

Your landlord can enter your home without notice if:• You have agreed to let your landlord in• You have an agreement that cleaning services will be

provided• There is an emergency

You can refuse your landlord entry if these rules are not fol-lowed.

You do not need to be present when your place is entered

Written contract outlining the rental agreementEvery tenant has the right to a written contract outlining therental agreement between the landlord and themselves.This contract is called a lease and it should outline theexpectations that you and your landlord have of each other.

There is a Standard Form of Lease that is used in all land-lord/tenant situations and covers all of the basics of thelandlord/tenant relationship. You and your landlord canagree to additional conditions outside of those covered inthe standard form lease (smoking, pets, etc.) but themandatory rights included in the Standard form of Leasecannot be removed.

Boarding HousesA boarding house is an accommodation where you only renta room in a building and the common areas are shared. Thiscould either be a room in someone else’s house or a housefull of boarders who are only responsible for their ownrooms and sign separate contracts.



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The Residential Tenancies Act applies even if you do notsign a lease but does not apply to:

• Students living in residence• Roomers/Boarders

Procedural recourse should your landlord not meet theirobligationsThe Residential Tenancies Act allows for proceduralrecourse for both the tenant and the landlord should theother not meet their obligations. Procedural recoursemeans having a clearly de�ned way to have your problemsheard and addressed. This recourse is through the O�ce ofthe Rentalsman.

Office of the RentalsmanP.O. Box 6000Kings Place Mall440 King Street4th �oor, Room 420Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1Phone: (506) 453-2557 (collect calls accepted)Fax: (506) 457-7289Email: [email protected]

T E N A N T R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E STenants have responsibilities to their landlord, to the com-munity and to themselves.

To the Landlord• Tenant is responsible for ordinary cleanliness of the

premises and any chattels (movable property such as fridge and stove) provided therein by the landlord.

• Tenant shall repair within a reasonable time any damage to the premises or to any chattels pr ovided therein by the landlord.

- If it was caused by the wilful or negligent conduct of the tenant or of persons who are permitted on the premises by the tenant.

• Keeping the landlord informed of any repairs or maintenance that is required.

• Understanding and ful�lling their obligations in the landlord-tenant relationship such as payment of rent and giving notice of ending tenancy.

Payment of RentA tenant must pay rent when it is due. If they fail to do sothe landlord can take action to end the tenancy.

The �rst time rent is late the landlord can serve the tenantwith a notice to vacate, which gives the tenant 20 days toleave. If the landlord waits 10 days before serving thenotice, the notice to vacate may give only 10 days to leave.The tenant has 7 days to pay all rent owing after receiving anotice to vacate. If the tenant pays their r ent in time, thenotice does not take e�ect.

If the rent is late again, the landlord may give the tenant a�nal notice to vacate. The tenant has to leave by the date inthe �nal notice to vacate and is still responsible for payingthe rent.

Do not withhold rent even if you landlord is not ful�llingtheir obligations. Withholding your rent can be grounds foreviction. If your landlord is not ful�lling their obligationscomplain to the O�ce of the Rentalsman.

Giving Notice (of ending tenancy)Fixed term leases end automatically at the end of the speci-�ed term. Tenancies that run week-to-week, month-to-month or year-to-year can be ended by giving notice of ter-mination.

A notice of termination must be in writing and must includethe following:

• Address of rental unit• Date notice is written• Termination date• Your signature

The amount of notice required is dependant on the type oftenancy.

• Year-to-year tenancy- 3 months before the anniversary of the lease



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Rooming and Boarding Houses do not includeaccommodations where the tenant shares a bathroom orkitchen with the landlord, those occupied for a temperaryperiod of less that 90 days, and those provided to studentsliving in residence without self-contained bathrooms and kitchens

mailto:[email protected]

• Month-to-month tenancy- 1 month in advance

• Week-to-week tenancy- 1 week in advance

All notice must be given at least 1 full period in advance.This means you must give your notice either before or atthe same time as you pay rent for your final period, or your3rd last month in the case of a year-to-year tenancy. Ifnotice is being sent by mail, you must allow at least 3 daysfor notice to arrive.

EExxaammppllee:: If you have a year-to-year tenancy that begins onSeptember 1st you would have to give your notice by June1st. If you are sending it by mail you have to put your noticein the mail by May 29th.

TToo tthhee CCoommmmuunniittyyOther residents in the community have the same right topeaceful enjoyment of their home and yard as you do. Youhave a responsibility not to interfere with this right.

Tenants must conduct themselves and require other per-sons on the premises with his/her consent to conductthemselves in a manner that will not cause a disturbance ornuisance. Things that can cause a disturbance or nuisanceinclude, but are not limited to.

• Noise• Garbage• Animals• Fire

NNooiisseeNoise complaints are the most common call for service thatthe Fredericton Police Force has to deal with. Noise distur-bances that cause a public disturbance or otherwise disturbinhabitants of the city are prohibited by By-law S-13, whichcarries a minimum fine of $250. Noises that can cause adisturbance include, but are not limited to:

• Shouting• Loud Parties• Motor Vehicle Noises• Loud Music

GGaarrbbaaggeeResidents of Fredericton must deal with their garbage in away that does not cause a nuisance to others. Collectionand disposal of garbage in Fredericton is regulated by By-law W-4, the violation of which can lead to fines rangingfrom $50-200. The By-law has the following rules for deal-ing with garbage:

• Garbage must be in a garbage can or securely tied large garbage bags.

• Garbage cannot be brought to the curb earlier than 8pm the day before collection.

• Garbage must not remain on private property more than 7 days between garbage collections.

• Broken or discarded furniture/appliances will not be accepted for collection. Must be taken to the landfill at the owner’s expense.

AAnniimmaallssLandlords may or may not allow you to have an animal inyour home. If you are allowed to have animals in your homeyou still have to comply with the city of Fredericton’s rulesregarding animal control. These rules can be found in By-law S-11, which can be found here:http://www.fredericton.ca/en/citygovernment/resources/Bylaws-Safety-S11.pdf

FFiirreeFires of any kind outside a residence are not permittedwithout a permit. Information/permits can be obtainedfrom the local Fire Department.

TToo YYoouurrsseellff You have a responsibility to protect yourself and yourbelongings. This includes:

• Insuring your Belongings (Tenant Insurance)• Inspecting your new place• Selecting the proper roommate • Ensuring you are complying with your lease• Getting everything in writing!

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aware of the specifics of your policy. It is important to notethat people who live in boarding houses (generally 3 ormore unrelated individuals living together) cannot purchasetenant insurance. They can, however, be covered undertheir parents’ insurance policy.

HHooww ttoo ggeett TTeennaanntt’’ss iinnssuurraannccee• Through your parents.

Generally a dependant student can have their belongings covered under their parents’ home insurance policy for a small fee.Have your parents check their policy to see if you qualify.

• On your own.Approximate cost $250/yearFor $20,000 damage, $1,000,000 liability.$500 deductibleA deductible is the amount of money you have to pay out of pocket on a claim before the insurance company will pay anything.

WWhhaatt ddooeess tteennaanntt iinnssuurraannccee ccoovveerr??• Damage to personal property• Liability for damage to the property of others.

IInnssppeeccttiinngg yyoouurr nneeww ppllaacceeIt is important to inspect your place with your landlordbefore and after your tenancy. The main reason for this is todetermine what damage was already there when youmoved out and what damage was caused during your ten-ancy. This will be useful when you move out and have toclaim your security deposit. Make sure that you write downevery little fault that you find on your initial inspection sothat you cannot be held responsible for it at the end of yourtenancy.

INIT IAL IN SPECT ION WORKSHEET

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SSeelleeccttiinngg RRoooommmmaatteessBe careful in selecting your roommate. Who you choose tolive with will have a major impact on your living experience.You can be held equally responsible for damages and finesthat result from your roommate’s actions and, if you signthe same lease as them, you can even be held responsiblefor their portion of the rent if they do not pay. It is impor-tant to consider potential roommates’ level of responsibili-ty, cleanliness, trustworthiness and sleep schedule as all ofthese things will have a major effect on your living experi-ence.

“It’s hard to harp on your best friend about his personalhabits. Being honest and making rules can sometimesdamage what was previously a strong friendship,as most best friends haven’t LIVED with one anotherbefore.”

– Jono, 4th yr. BSc

“Make sure that you spend some time with your roommatesbefore you sign a lease. I found 2 of my roommates onFacebook last year. They looked alright on paper and wehad a nice conversation over the phone so we added themto the lease. We did not meet in person until the day wemoved in. I realized within about half an hour that I couldn’tstand them. It was too late though; I was stuck living withthem for the next year.”

– Jeff, 2nd year Law

CCoommppllyyiinngg wwiitthh yyoouurr LLeeaasseeIt is important to make sure that you are always in compli-ance with your lease, failure to do so could lead to fines oran eviction. A lease is legally binding once it is signed somake sure that you read it carefully BEFORE you sign it. Ifyou have a problem with any of the terms of the lease youcan ask for a written exception or modify the contract.Remember that a lease contract is a negotiation. Anychange that is made to it before it is signed by you and thelandlord becomes part of the lease agreement.



Getting Everything in Writing!It is important to have a written record of any agreementbetween you and your landlord in case there is ever a dis-pute. Anything that you get in writing should be dated andsigned by both parties. Things that you should have in writ-ing include:

• Any change to your lease agreement• Any repairs that your landlord has agreed to do• A receipt of funds for your security deposit (even if

your landlord is giving it immediately to the rentalsman)

• A copy of your inspection checklist

L A N D LO R D S ’ R I G H TS A N DR E S P O N S I B I L I T I E SMost landlord right have corresponding responsibilities forthe tenant just as the tenant rights have responsibility tothe landlord. Also, most landlor d responsibilities corr e-spond to the rights of the tenant or other members of thecommunity.

R I G H TSEvery Landlord has the right to…

• A written contract outlining the terms of the rental agreement

• Receipt of rent in a timely manner as speci�ed in the lease agreement

• Procedural recourse should the tenant not meet their obligations (with the exception of boarding houses)

A written contract outlining the terms of the rental agreementLandlords have the right to a written contract outlining therental agreement between the tenant and themselves. Thiscontract is called a lease and it should outline the expecta-tions that you and your landlord have of each other.

There is a S tandard Form of Lease that is used in all land-lord/tenant situations and covers all of the basics of thelandlord/tenant relationship. You and your landlord canagree to additional conditions outside of those covered inthe standard form lease (smoking, pets, etc.) but themandatory rights included in the Standard form of Leasecannot be removed.

Procedural recourse should the tenant not meet their obligationsThe Residential Tenancies Act contains procedures for howlandlords and tenants should behave. It includes proce-dures on notice of entry, rent increases, ending tenancy anddispute resolution. Your landlord can ask for the help of theO�ce of the Rentalsman should you fail to pay your rent,refuse to leave once your tenancy is over (either naturallyor through eviction) or violate any other term of your lease.Your landlord can also claim your damage deposit throughthe O�ce of the Rentalsman to pay for damage, cleaningand unpaid rent.The O�ce of the Rentalsman can be reached at: Office of the RentalsmanP.O. Box 6000Kings Place Mall440 King Street4th �oor, Room 420Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1Phone: (506) 453-2557 (collect calls accepted)Fax: (506) 457-7289



http://www.gnb.ca/acts/acts/l-01.htm

R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E SA landlord has responsibilities to the tenant and to thecommunity in general.

To the TenantEvery landlord has the following responsibilities to theirtenants…

• Understand and comply with the laws that govern rental property

- Most of these laws are found in the Residential Tenancies Act and the city of Fredericton By-laws.Boarding houses are not covered by theResidential Tenancies are covered by theLandlords and Tenants Act instead.

• Provide adequate parking for all tenants according to city by-laws

• Follow clearly de�ned procedures for a variety of landlord-tenant issues(With the exception of boarding houses.)

• Do repairs and maintenance• Ensure that the tenant has a warm, clean and safe

accommodation.

ParkingYour landlord is required to provide you with a certainamount of parking. Below is a table of the minimum num-ber of parking spaces required by Fredericton By-law Z-2.

Following clearly defined procedures for a variety of landlord-tenant issuesThe Residential Tenancies Act contains procedures for howlandlords and tenants should behave. It includes proce-dures on notice of entry, rent increases, ending tenancy anddispute resolution. The procedure for notice of entry is cov-ered in the section on tenant rights and the procedure fornotice of ending tenancy is covered in the section on tenantresponsibilities to the landlord. Disputes with the landlordshould be taken to the O�ce of the Rentalsman.Partners in Legal Education Information Service (PLEIS) hascreated an excellent guide to the residential Tenancies Act,which can be found here:


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Single detached dwelling, duplex dwelling, semi-detached & mobile homes

Accessory Dwelling Unit

Apartments, Row Housing & S tacked Row Housing Dwelling Units (outside of town plat residential area)

Apartment Row Housing & Stacked Row Housing Dwelling Units (within town plat residential area)

Boarding, Rooming and Lodging Houses

Home Occupation

1 space/unit

1 space/unit

1 space/bachelor unit & 1 bedroom unit; 1.5 spaces/2 bedroom unit; 1.75 spaces/3 bedroom unit or larger

0.75 space/bachelor unit and1 bedr oom unit; 1.25 spaces/2 bedroom unit or larger

1 space/sleeping unit

2 spaces, plus the normal parking space requirement of the zone


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RReeppaaiirrss aanndd MMaaiinntteennaanncceeThe landlord is required to repair anything that is includedin the tenant’s rent that breaks or does not work properly.Examples of this include:

• Fridge• Stove• Hot Water Heater• Washing Machine• Leaky Roofs

The landlord is also required to fix and maintain any com-mon areas, such as:

• Laundry Rooms• Lobbies• Stairways• Elevators• Security Systems• Swimming Pools

If the landlord fails to do these things contact theRentalsman.

EEnnssuurriinngg tthhaatt tthhee tteennaanntt hhaass aa wwaarrmm,, cclleeaann aanndd ssaaffee aaccccoomm--mmooddaattiioonn..Landlords are legally required to ensure that accommoda-tions they rent comply with minimum health and safetystandards. They are also required to ensure that the heat-ing system is functioning properly. Even if the property metall standards at the time the place was rented, the landlordis still responsible for ensuring that the accommodationdoes not fall below the standard.

BY-L AW R2 (MAINTENANCE ANDOCCUPANC Y STANDARDS FORRESIDENT IAL PROPERT IES) CONTAIN SREGUL AT ION S ON:

• Cleanliness• Heat• Space Requirements• Structure/Protection from the Elements• Safety• Rodents and Insects

CClleeaannlliinneessssEvery floor, wall, ceiling, furnishing and fixture in a dwellingor dwelling unit shall be maintained in a clean and sanitarycondition.

HHeeaattEvery dwelling shall be provided with a heating systemcapable of maintaining a room temperature of 70 degreesFahrenheit (21 degrees Celsius) at five feet above floor levelin all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms whenthe temperature outside the dwelling is -20 degreesFahrenheit (-29 degrees Celsius).

SSppaaccee RReeqquuiirreemmeennttssIn a dwelling unit in which the occupants prepare food fortheir own consumption, or are intended to or are permittedto so prepare food, a suitable and convenient ccuuppbbooaarrdd ffoorrssttoorraaggee ooff ffoooodd, containing at least four cubic feet of space,shall be maintained in good repair.

A dwelling unit shall have at least 75 square feet of habit-able room floor area for each person resident therein.

A habitable room used for sleeping purposes shall have afloor area of at least 50 square feet.

A habitable room shall be at least 7 feet in height over atleast one half of the floor area.

SSttrruuccttuurree//PPrrootteeccttiioonn ffrroomm tthhee EElleemmeennttssEvery part of a dwelling shall be maintained in a structurallysound condition so as to be capable of safely sustaining itsown weight and any additional weight that may be put on itthrough normal use.

A ffoouunnddaattiioonn wwaallll of a dwelling shall be maintained so as toprevent the entrance of moisture, insects and rodents.

Every iinntteerriioorr wwaallll and cceeiilliinngg in a dwelling shall be main-tained so as to be free of holes or cracks and loose plasteror other material, the collapse of which might cause injury.

WWiinnddoowwss, eexxtteerriioorr ddoooorrss and basement or cellar hhaattcchhwwaayyssof a dwelling shall be maintained so as to prevent theentrance of wind and precipitation into the dwelling.

A rrooooff of a dwelling shall be maintained in a watertight con-dition so as to prevent leakage into the dwelling.



Every fflloooorr in a dwelling shall be maintained so as to befree of loose, warped, protruding, broken or rotted boardsthat might cause an accident, or admit rodents into thedwelling.

A bbaatthhrroooomm fflloooorr or toilet floor shall be maintained so as tobe reasonably impervious to water and to permit easycleaning.

Every cchhiimmnneeyy, smoke pipe and flue servicing a dwellingshall be maintained so as to prevent gases from leakinginto the dwelling.

Every habitable room, bathroom and toilet room shall haveaaddeeqquuaattee vveennttiillaattiioonn.

SSaaffeettyyOn an open side of a stairway, balcony, landing or stairwell,a handrail or banister shall be installed so as to providereasonable protection against accident or injury.

An inside or outside stair or a porch shall be maintained soas to be free of holes, cracks and any other condition thatmay constitute an accident hazard.

Steps, walks, driveways, parking spaces and similar areasof a yard shall be maintained so as to afford safe passageunder normal use and weather conditions.

All eelleeccttrriiccaall wwiirriinngg, eeqquuiippmmeenntt and aapppplliiaanncceess located orused in a dwelling shall be installed and maintained ingood working order so as not to cause a fire or electricalshock hazard.

RRooddeennttss aanndd IInnsseeccttssA dwelling shall be kept free of rodents and insects at alltimes, and methods used for exterminating rodents orinsects or both shall conform with generally accepted prac-tice.

A basement or cellar window used or intended to be usedfor ventilation, and any other opening in a basement or cel-lar that might let in rodents shall be screened with wiremesh or such other material as will effectively excluderodents.

During the time of year when insects may enter a dwelling,each outside door shall be equipped with a self-closingdevice, and every opening that opens to outdoor space,used or intended to be used for ventilation, shall be appro-priately screened with wire mesh or such other material aswill effectively exclude insects.

RReessppoonnssiibbiilliittiieess ttoo tthhee CCoommmmuunniittyyThe landlord is responsible for ensuring that the propertiesthat they rent are not dangerous or unsightly, as defined inthe Municipalities Act.

DDaannggeerroouuss aanndd UUnnssiigghhttllyy PPrreemmiisseess(Municipalities Act, s.190)

No person shall permit premises owned or occupied by himor her to be unsightly by permitting to remain on any partof such premises

• Any ashes, junk, rubbish or refuse,• An accumulation of wood shavings, paper, sawdust

or other residue of production or construction,• A derelict vehicle, equipment or machinery or the

body or any part of a vehicle, equipment or machinery, or

• A dilapidated building.

No person shall permit a building or structure owned oroccupied by him or her to become a hazard to the safety ofthe public by reason of dilapidation or unsoundness ofstructural strength.



Managing your finances can be one of the most challengingaspects of living on your own. There are several aspects ofmanaging your finances, including:

• Budgeting• Financial Aid Options• Bank Loans/Lines of Credit and Credit Cards• Tips on Saving Money

If you have any questions or concerns about managing yourfinances please feel free to contact UNB’s (FrederictonCampus) Financial Aid Office at:

Website: www.unbf.ca/financialaide-mail: [email protected]: 506-453-4796

BBuuddggeettiinnggIt is important to plan your finances in advance so that youcan avoid the financial distress that comes with running out ofmoney earlier than you expected. To calculate a future budg-et, you must first estimate your expected costs and resources.You then subtract your expected costs from your resources,which will determine your expected financial position.

Here is a helpful online budgeting tool from the federal gov-ernment: http://tools.canlearn.ca/cslgs-scpse/cln-cln/40/fp-pf/fp-pf.obp.do

Budgets are also useful to see exactly how much you spend ondifferent items. (eg: buying 2 cups of coffee a day will cost youmore per month than your internet and cell phone combined).If you are having trouble figuring out exactly where yourmoney is going, it is a good idea to track where you spendyour money each day and add it all up at the end of the month.

FFiinnaanncciiaall AAiidd OOppttiioonnssThere are several options offered through the Financial AidOffice that will help you through some difficult financial sit-uations. Those programs include:

• Work-Study• UNB Special Bursary Program• University Small Loan Program• Advances (Personal and for Books)• Great Computer Give Away Program

For more information, please contact the Financial AidOffice.

BBaannkk LLooaannss//LLiinneess ooff CCrreeddiitt aanndd CCrreeddiitt CCaarrddssBank loans, lines of credit and credit cards are all ways thatstudents borrow money to supplement their income andstudent loans. Bank loans and lines of credit are quite simi-lar in their interest rates and requirement for a co-signorwhile credit cards have a MUCH higher interest rate and donot require a co-signor. A co-signor is responsible for yourdebt if you are unable to repay it.

If you have both a credit card and a bank loan/line of credityou should keep all of your debt on your loan/line of creditinstead of your credit card in order to save on interestcosts.

TTiippss oonn SSaavviinngg MMoonneeyyHere are some tips that will help you save money while liv-ing off campus:

• Sealing windows in the winter• Turn appliances off when not in use

- Keep on power bars• Cook instead of eating out as much as possible.• Walk, bike or take the bus. Try to avoid using taxis.• Only run the washing machine when you have a full

load - Dry on the clothesline when possible.• Download the Financial Aid Office’s brochure

Living on a Student Budget! Stretching your dollars!http://www.unbf.ca/financialaid/documents/CheapBrochure.pdf


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http://www.unbf.ca/financialaid

mailto:[email protected]

http://tools.canlearn.ca/cslgs-scpse/cln-cln/40/fp-pf/fp-pf.obp.do

http://www.unbf.ca/financialaid/documents/CheapBrochure.pdf

HERE ARE SOME T IPS ON SAVINGMONEY FROM STUDENTS WHO HAVEE XPERIENCE LIVING OFF C AMPUS:

Be sure to set a budget, and DON’T bring your bank cardwith you everywhere. If you make yourself take out a cer-tain amount of cash each week you’re less likely to spendon useless junk.


My best tip on saving money is to budget. Review yourbudget every month and compare it to your bank state-ments so you see what you actually spent! Make a note ofwhere you went over and try to spend less on those things.Account for things in your next month’s budget that youmay have overlooked before. It’s the little things adding upthat that you don’t realize drain your bank account. Worrymore about recurring expenses than those twice a year,big expenditures.

– Peter, 3rd yr. BBA

Buy juice from concentrate. It’s easier to store and carryand it’s way cheaper.


Learn to cook. Fresh produce is cheaper than processedstuff. (It tastes better, too!)


Buy prepaid calling card for long distance and keep tryingdifferent ones. Some are way better than others!


STICK TO YOUR BUDGET! Make it very detailed instead ofputting x amount of dollars for living or emergency expens-es. Detail out what those expenses should be. Factor in theamount you’re paying for partying and don’t kid yourselfabout it to justify it.

– Sulaye, Masters Student

Don’t eat out if you can avoid it. Bring a packed lunch toschool. Cafe and restaurant food will tend to be moreexpensive and less healthy.

– Christopher, 4th yr. BA/BCS

I found that by shopping at places like Victory Meat Market,the farmers market and the Dollar Store I found some reallyaffordable food. I would spend $50 at Victory on groceriesthat would have cost me almost $100 at a regular grocerystore.

– Jessica, BRSS Grad

A good idea would be to visit the Financial Aid departmenton campus. They have great budget forms that help yourealize how many items you actually spend money on! I didit and I really stuck to my entertainment budget and I didnot over spend!



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Being able to throw a party in your own house is one of themost exciting things about living on your own, but it is alsoone of the most risky. It is important to know how to throwa party to ensure that nothing goes wrong. It is also impor-tant to remember that the police do not mind you having agood time but they will intervene if your conduct is nega-tively affecting others.

PPllaannnniinngg aa PPaarrttyyIt is important to remember the 6 Ps when throwing a party.They are: Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents PoorPerformance.

When planning a party make sure that all roommates areincluded in the planning process and that responsibility isshared equally. This will help prevent any problems thatmay arise from one roommate not knowing the rules orbeing upset that their needs had not been considered (eg:has to work in the morning).

It is also important to inform your neighbours of your inten-tions to have a party. When you are discussing your partywith your neighbours you should talk about the following:

• When the party is supposed to be.• How the party will affect your neighbour

- What time do they need to get up the next morning?- Do they have children?

• A phone number they can call to talk with you if they have any concerns.

- It is much better for your neighbour to contact you than to the police.

• Inform them that you will take full responsibility for anything that happens as a result of the party.

- You are legally responsible anyway but letting them know that you plan to take responsibility makes you look good.

If necessary try to modify your plans to meet the needs ofyour neighbour.

Another thing that you should do before having a party is tohide or lock up your breakables and valuables. There is noreason to put your possessions at risk unnecessarily andhaving your breakable and valuable possessions out in ahouse full of people is not a smart risk to take.

MMaaiinnttaaiinniinngg aanndd RReeggaaiinniinngg CCoonnttrroollHaving a party can be fun but it can become a disaster ifyou lose control. Losing control of your party can lead toproperty damage, complaints from the neighbours, violenceand visits from the police.

MMaaiinnttaaiinniinngg CCoonnttrroollHere are some tips for maintaining control of your party:

• Keep the number of guests to a reasonable amount.- Do not have an open house party.- Limit the number of guests that your friends can bring.

• Never advertise your parties where everyone can see them.

- This means Facebook!• Keep the door closed to avoid party crashers.• Have one member of your household be non-drinking.

- It is very helpful to have someone who can think clearly.

RReeggaaiinniinngg CCoonnttrroollIf the party does get out of control you can call the police tohelp remove guests and shut down the party. Police willnot, however, remove people if you are not shutting downthe party.

The Fredericton Police Force can be reached at: (506) 460-2300.


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RReeppeerrccuussssiioonnssIf you fail to follow the rules and your party does get out ofhand you can get into some fairly serious trouble. You canbe held liable for damage to your property or the propertyof others or face fines for by-law violations. Canadiancourts have also ruled that a party host can be held liablefor their guests in both criminal and civil matters.

NNooiissee CCoommppllaaiinnttssNoise complaints are by far the most common reason thepolice are called to intervene in a situation. Noise distur-bances are prohibited under By-law S-13 and carry a mini-mum fine of $250. If you are a repeat offender the policecan contact your landlord directly, which could lead to evic-tion.

Here are some tips to avoid noise complaints:• Close your windows.• Give your neighbours a contact number so that they

can call you instead of the police.• Try to keep your noisy activities to rooms that do not

share a wall with your neighbours.• Keep the party indoors.• Don’t be too loud.

LLiiaabbiilliittyy ffoorr GGuueessttssAs the host of the party you can be held responsible for thebad behaviour of your guests. Pretty much any improperconduct that is a result of your party can result in civil orcriminal liability for you as the host. Here are a coupleexamples:

Property Damage: If you have a party and when you wakeup the next morning there is damage to your neighbours’property that was obviously the doing of some of yourguests you can be held liable for that damage.

Drinking and Driving: If you are the host of a party and youknow that one of your guests is intoxicated and is going todrive, you have a legal obligation to prevent them from driv-ing. If you fail to meet this obligation you can be held par-tially responsible for their actions, both civilly and criminally.

WWhhoo yyoouu aarree aaffffeeccttiinnggEven if it was not for the possible criminal and civil liabilityit is important to be aware of the negative impact that youractions could have on others. The neighbourhoods aroundthe university are mixed neighbourhoods that contain peo-ple from all walks of life, most of which could be adverselyaffected by your partying.

There are many elderly people, people with small kids, andpeople who work early in the morning who live in yourneighbourhood and you partying until 4am could causethem major distress.

TTiippss oonn bbeeiinngg aa rreessppoonnssiibbllee hhoossttMonitor alcohol consumption to make sure no one is goingoverboard.

• Have alternatives to drinking to slow down the pace,Such as games or dancing.

• Have food and non-alcoholic beverages available.• Do not let your guests drink and drive.


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HERE IS A COMPIL AT ION OF HELPFULT IPS ON RUNNING YOUR HOME FROMSTUDENTS WHO HAVE E XPERIENCE LIVING OFF C AMPUS:

CCooookkiinnggBuy juice from concentrate. It’s easier to store and carryand it’s way cheaper.


Learn to cook. Fresh produce is cheaper than processedstuff. (It tastes better, too!)


Don’t eat out if you can avoid it. Bring a packed lunch toschool. Cafe and restaurant food will tend to be expensiveand less healthy.


Leftovers are your friend. Cook big portions and save somefor lunch or when you don’t like cooking. This also allowsyou to buy things in larger packages, which saves youmoney.

– Jeff, 2nd yr. Law

Buy a bunch of hamburger, cook it all at once and freezethe pre-cooked meat that you don’t eat. When you need tomake a quick meal just thaw the meat and add it to whatev-er you are making. This will cut the cooking time for thingslike spaghetti in half.


It’s easy to forget that you need milk, fresh veggies andother perishable food. Getting stuck in the Kraft Dinner rutis possible, and bad. You have to stay healthy.


KKeeeeppiinngg YYoouurr PPllaaccee CClleeaannGet a rotation with your roomies. Each week have one per-son be in charge of tidying (a) bathroom, (b) kitchen and (c)living room. Just rotateeach week. Keeps things fair and clean.


My best tip on keeping clean is to keep at it. Do a little bitevery day so it doesn’t get so bad that it takes you all day. -


Bring as little personal junk as you can. That giant teddybear your BF gave you in Middle school is not useful! Avoidclutter and keep things simple. With notes and books andstuff you have enough to organize without adding a wholelot of junk you don’t use. - Sulaye, Masters StudentClean up regularly and keep it neat or it will be to the sizeof mess you won’t be able to motivate yourself to clean up.


Rinse your dishes as soon as you are done with them. Theyare much harder to wash if you let the food dry on.


I always take Saturday morning to sleep in some and theget up and clean the whole house. Crank up the music, geteverybody going, and make it fun. Throw in some washescause they take the longest and while they are going getthe rest of the cleaning done.

– Kevin, 4th yr. BSE


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I know this is going to sound dorky, but my roommate and Ihad tidy Sundays! On Sundays my roommate and I took 1hour out of our day to do all of the big cleaning around thehouse. Things like, sweeping, moping, cleaning the bath-room, and starting laundry. This really worked well.


To keep my own personal space clean I made sure to tidyup my room for 5 minutes every night before I went to bed.I just picked up things around my room while I let my facescrub do its job J.


BBiillllssIf any bills are in your name, pay them on time! Even if yourroommates still owe their part if it, it’ll look bad on yourpersonal credit score if you pay late. On the bills note,before you get your own place, put your name in your par-ents power bill account (assuming they pay it consistently...and they have power with NBPOWER). You’ll get aroundpaying the first timer’s fee. They’ll only charge you a servicefee for activating power at your new place.


When you get your student loan in September you feel richand sometimes forget that that money has to pay your rent,electricity, phone, internet and cable bills over the next 4months. I found a good solution was to open up a separatebank account for bills and rent. At the beginning of eachsemester I figured out how much I needed for my bills andput it into that account. I did not touch this money (evenwhen I was strapped for party cash), this ensured that Ialways had the money to pay my bills. It is important toremember to set aside money for January when you aredoing this because you will not get your winter studentloans until after your January rent is due.



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