# BACKGROUND Northern College (the 'College') is dedicated to providing housing options and related services that support the academic success and well-being of all students. In alignment with the Ontario Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act (2024) and Strengthening Accountability and Student Supports Act (2 | | | |---|---| | Type | PDF | | Size | 185 KB | [Open original PDF →](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/2025/09/A-31-Student-Housing-Policy.pdf) Referenced from: [Policies & Procedures](/pages/academics/policies/) ## Document text SUBJECT ## BACKGROUND Northern College (the 'College') is dedicated to providing housing options and related services that support the academic success and well-being of all students. In alignment with the Ontario Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act (2024) and Strengthening Accountability and Student Supports Act (2024) , this Policy outlines the College's principles, commitments, and available resources to support students in finding suitable housing on and off campus. ## POLICY Northern College is committed to providing housing options and services that support academic success and the well-being for students within all campus communities. ## SCOPE This policy applies to all student housing services offered by the College, including on-campus residences, off-campus housing resources, and support services. The Policy is designed to guide the provision of housing options and related services to all students. ## DEFINITIONS Off-Campus Housing Resources- Services and supports provided to students seeking or residing in housing not owned or operated by the College. Student Housing- Residential accommodations provided or facilitated by the College for students, including both on-campus and off-campus options. Student Resource Coordinator- Designated individual responsible for coordinating student housing services, providing support, and addressing housing-related inquiries. | ISSUE DATE | SUPERSEDES | MANDATORY REVIEW DATE | REFERENCE | SECTION | PAGE OF | PAGE OF | | --- Source: [https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/2025/09/A-31-Student-Housing-Policy.pdf](https://www.northerncollege.ca/uploads/2025/09/A-31-Student-Housing-Policy.pdf)