McEown Park FAQs

SEAGER

What should I bring?
Seager is fully furnished so you only need to bring linens, cooking ware, and dishes. Many roommates decide to share a toaster, microwave and rice cooker. In addition, many residents bring their own personal fridge (4.5 cu.ft.) as sharing one fridge between six roommates can be challenging.

Clothing: Saskatoon experiences four distinct seasons with temperatures ranging from 30C (86F) on the warmest summer days to -40C (-40F) on the coldest winter days. It is important to bring appropriate clothing for your time in Saskatoon. A long running joke in Saskatchewan is if you dont like the weather wait 10 minutes!

*The International Student and Study Abroad Centre hosts a winter clothing program for international students offering free coats mittens and outerwear!*

What should I leave at home?
Pets, furniture, electric blankets, waterbeds, barbeques, guns/weapons (including paintball, airsoft, and imitations), firecrackers, candles, incense, explosives and propane.

Why can't I know who my roommates are ahead of time?
Up to the day before move-ins we deal with cancellations and movements within the building. Because of this, we cannot release who your roommates will be. Every effort is made to accommodate your requests.

What is my mailing address?
Name
(box) (this is NOT! your apartment number)
103 Cumberland Ave S
Saskatoon, SK S7N 1L6

What activities can be held in the Lounge?
The lounges are available resident use. You may use the lounge to study or have small gatherings. Alcohol is not allowed in the lounge.  Talk to your RA or RLC about booking the lounge.

How do I set up the internet?
It is important to discuss the internet usage and bills will all six roommates. Often times housemates will split the internet six ways or get two internet connections and split them three ways. There are a couple of options for internet in Seager Wheeler Hall. The first is through Sasktel (1-800-727-5835) or through Shaw (306) 664-2121.

How do I set up a phone in our apartment?
The apartments are equipped with one telephone line. It is very important that all six people in the apartment discuss and agree on telephone usage, particularly for long distance calling and bills. We recommend that the telephone bill be put in the name of the person who is likely to make the most long distance calls. We also recommend that agreements between roommates be made in writing. It may also be helpful to have your own cellular phone to avoid conflict. Phone service can be set up through Sasktel 1-800-SASKTEL (1-800-727-5835) or through Shaw Digital Phone (306) 664-2121.

The buildings are equipped with an enter phone system administered by Sasktel. Once your phone is connected, guests can call up to your apartment from the front entrance. You can speak with the individual calling you and permit or deny entrance from your apartment.

How do I set up cable in our apartment?
There are a few options for cable in Seager Wheeler. Again, it is important to discuss these options with all the roommates. You can get Sasktel Max 1-800-773-2121 or Shaw Cable (306) 664-2121.

ASSINIBOINE/WOLLASTON

What activities can be held in the Lounge?
The lounges are available resident use. You may use the lounge to study or have small gatherings. There is no food or alcoholic beverages allowed.

What is my mailing address?

Assiniboine:
Name
Apt # - 101 Cumberland Ave S
Saskatoon, SK S7N 1L5

Wollaston:
Name
Apt # -107 Cumberland Ave S
Saskatoon, SK S7N 2R6

How do I set up the internet?
It is important to discuss the internet usage and bills with roommates. Often times housemates will split the internet. There are a couple of options for internet in Assiniboine and Wollaston Halls. The first -is through Sasktel (1-800-727-5835) or through Shaw (306) -664-2121

How do I set up a phone in my apartment?
Phone service can be set up through Sasktel 1-800-SASKTEL (1-800-727-5835) or through Shaw Digital Phone (306) 664-2121.

The buildings are equipped with an enter phone system administered by Sasktel. Once your phone is connected, guests can call up to your apartment from the front entrance. You can speak with the individual calling you and permit or deny entrance from your apartment.

How do I set up cable in my apartment?
There are a few options for cable in Assiniboine/Wollaston. You can get Sasktel Max 1-800-773-2121 or Shaw Cable (306) 664-2121.

SOURIS

Where can my children go to school?
Brunskill school is located a block away from Souris Hall and there is a pedestrian cross walk for children to safely cross Cumberland Ave.

Is there daycare nearby?
There are two daycares on campus.

What services are there for my spouse?
The International Student and Study Abroad Centre has many Community and Family Resources.

How many people can live in my apartment?
The Tenant will use the Apartment solely for the purpose of a residence for him/herself  and his/her spouse, if any, and his/her children, to a maximum of 4 people including children.

How can I get a plot in the McEown Park Garden?
You must be a resident of McEwon park, pay a fee and contribute to the planning and watering of the garden. Information sessions and plot designation happens in early May each year.

What other resources are near to me?
There are other playgrounds within walking distances that offer a great place to play in the summertime. Also, some playgrounds have playground programs in the summer with supervised activities, check out the City of Saskatoon website: http://www.saskatoon.ca/org/leisure/facilities/playgrounds.asp

Most everything you need can be found on campus including a pharmacy, Canada Post outlet, health centre, a hospital, counseling services, bank machines, restaurants, convenience store, computer store, and a kiosk that sells concert tickets. The nearest grocery stores are located on 8th Street which is just south of campus via Cumberland Ave. Should you have any questions on how to find anything those first few days please ask a Residence Staff member.

How can I book the playroom?
You can book the playroom through the McEown Residence Office on the first floor of Seager Wheeler Hall.

What sort of activities are allowed in the playroom?
It may be reserved for playtimes for children (always a good idea in winter) and specific functions (non-alcoholic only) such as childrens birthday parties, etc. Only light snacks are permitted in the playroom not lunches or full meals.

I have an idea for an activity in Residence. Who can I talk to?
Speak to the McEown Park Residence Life Coordinator. They can be reached at 966-1420.

What is my mailing address?
Name
Apt # - 105 Cumberland Ave S
Saskatoon, SK S7N 1L7

How do I set up the internet?
It is important to discuss the internet usage and bills will all roommates. There are a couple of options for internet in Souris. The first is through Sasktel (1-800-727-5835) or through Shaw (306) 664-2121.

How do I set up a phone in our apartment?
Phone service can be set up through Sasktel 1-800-SASKTEL (1-800-727-5835) or through Shaw Digital Phone (306) 664-2121.

The buildings are equipped with an enter phone system administered by Sasktel. Once your phone is connected, guests can call up to your apartment from the front entrance. You can speak with the individual calling you and permit or deny entrance from your apartment.

How do I set up cable in our apartment?
There are a few options for cable in Souris. You can get Sasktel Max 1-800-773-2121 or Shaw Cable (306) 664-2121 .