CONTENTS

Mission Statement inside front cover

Words of Welcome 01
Once a Time ... 02
Principles of Co-Operation 04
Governance and the Board of Directors 05
07
Occupancy Agreement (aka your lease) 08
Rent Q&A 09
Unit 10
Committee (SAC) 12
NW Facilities 13
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(RAs) 17
(MCP) 20
21
Front Desk Services 23
Maintenance 24
The Hotel 25
NW Telephone System (NWTEL) 26
The Neill-Wycik Bursary 27
of Phone NO' and Services 28
Toronto Map inside back cover
MISSION
STATEMENT
Neill-Wycik is ...
The First Place Students Want To Live
(and their greatest disappointment if
they can't get in!)
Where Members Take Pride And Ovvnership
By Contributing To The Community.
Where Staff And Members Grow.
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manual
editor
associate editor
contributors Prepared from material
supplied by members
and staff of Wycik
photography
art directorllayout Dave Belford
Thanks to everyone who
assisted in the creation of this manual and
our apologies if we missed anyone.
Neill-Wycik Owner's Manual
2000 Neill-Wycik Co-operative College Inc.
96 Gerrard Street East
Toronto, OntariO, Canada, M5B 1 G7
Voice: 416.977.2320
Fax: 416.977.2809
email:housing@neill-wycik.com
Web Site: www.neill-wycik.com
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Welcome to Neill-Wycikl
\ Newcomer to Neill-Wycik? First time away from home?
i Returned Wycik veteran? Mature student returning to
f /\: school? We are very happy you have chosen Neill-
:=f ' ' J., \ Wycik as your home. We hope you will make this
S :\ place yours by getting to know the other members in
\ this building, by participating in our volunteer program
/' and by actively voicing your opinions in Members'
meetings and forums.
ZL -VJ'{ THIS IS A STUDENT CO-OPERATIVE much different than a
student residence or an apartment building. We encourage you
to make your mark while you live in this community. Living co-operatively
means caring about the people around you. Instead of lecturing you about the
obligations of membership, we prefer to encourage you to think co-operatively.
Treat others the way you wish to be treated and try to resolve situations with
your fellow members by working with them for solutions.
AND above all volunteer!
WHY DO WE MAKE YOU VOLUNTEER IN THIS BUILDING? Because we believe we
are the springboard for your next life outside of Wycik. With regular cutbacks in
social programming we all have a vested interest in helping to create that
social safety net. Volunteering is a noble and right thing to do. When you leave
Wycik, we hope you will leave it a better place and continue to contribute to
the larger global community.
PLEASE READ YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL. Understand what your community
offers you and what you can offer in return ... then take a big breath, dive in
head first and get involved - life will never be the same!
WELCOME!
01
In 1966,
a small group of motivated Ryerson students
headed up by Kathy Whalen persistently
lobbied to create affordable student accom-
modation. They particularly liked the idea of
a Co-op as opposed to a normal school
residence because it offered students control
over their environment as well as low-cost
housing.
In September 1967, it was decided that
Ryerson was to have a high-rise co-op. In
December of that year, the Canadian Union of
Students sent Stan Adelman, as a field work-
er, to Ryerson to help the group find money
and a plan for the long project ahead. The
first thing the Co-op needed was a building
from which they could operate to gain some
experience and raise capital. Ryerson
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offered its property at 325 Church Street, a
building slated for demolition, to be used as a
residence. After selecting a site, the Co-op
then needed a mortgage.
On Christmas Eve, 1968, a $5.4 million dollar
mortgage was finally approved by the CHMC.
Many problems arose, but the building finally
opened and by August 15, 1970, all the spots
were filled.
So who is Mr. Neill-Wycik?
Well, the building was actually named after
three individuals: Wycik was the last name of
Aurilee and Raymond Wycik, two warm
hearted individuals who ran a small cafeteria
in Ryerson's Kerr Hall. Wycik College sound-
ed a lot like Wycliffe College, a divinity school
at the University of Toronto so Kathy then
suggested adding on A.S.Neill's name. Neill
was the Principal of Summerhill, one of the
most successful English free
schools. The group
admired his work and
the principle behind a
'free school'.
In December 1986, work
began on the Marten's Wing (aka the McGill
Wing). After several delays, the Marten's
Wing was opened in January 1988.
In 1995, with much fanfare, Neill-Wycik
celebrated its 25th Anniversary and
September 2000 will mark our 30th
Aniversary!
F.Y.I
Since 1995 $4,000,000 in renovations have
gone into this building! This includes:
washroom and kitchen upgrades, common
furniture and carpeting to all multi-units,
appliance upgrades to Gerrard Wing multi
units and A, B units; washroom upgrades to A
and B units; new washing machines,
upgrades to the Hanke Lounge, Billiards
Room, Meeting Room, 23rd Floor Roofdeck,
Lobby renovations, boiler retrofit, corridor
painting and carpeting. Now the east wall
will have new windows and cladding.
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We welcome you to this community called Neill-Wycik
Because we are such a diverse and large mini-community, we need certain PRINCIPLES and GUIDELINES
to keep our world sane and happy. Please read them and strive to be a good member of the community.
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11 OP'ENAND VOLUNTARY MEMBERSHIP
You must be a fulHime student to be accepted into Neill-Wycikand we try to achieve a 50-50
male to female ratio. Apart from these guidelines, anyone can become a Member regardless of
social, political, ethnic or religious affiliation.
21 DEMOCRATIC CONTROL
Members elect the Board of Directors' at Any rent increase or major policy change
must be passed at a general meeting open to all Members. If you have a criticism, or suggestion,
you can express it at a board meeting, to the staff', or at a general meeting
3] APOLITICAL
Neill-Wycik doesn't take sides on the political spectrum. We will not make donations to one politi-
cal party nor will we become involved in political movements not di.rectly related to
housing. We do, however, respect any Member's activities in these 'areas.
41 A COOPE.RATIVE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT
Neill-Wycikis not just a place to hang your hat. By bringing a group of people together from
around the world, and supplying them with private and communal space, we hope to teach the
art of co-operation. By offering educational facilities and seminars in current issues and by
encouraging opportunities for volunteering and for working, we hope to create an environment
where our Members can develop personal skills while contributing to their community.
5] NON .. PROFIT
We take in a certain amount of money from,rents and the hotel and spend it on maintenance,
salaries, mortgages, utilities and other expenses. Anything left goes into the reserves for major
repairs, capital expenditures etc. There is no person or group of people who benefit if we have a
surplus; we all share in our financial successes and failures.
6} COMMUNITY AND CO"OPERATION
Neill-Wycik's objective is to promote and build community and relationships with
surrounding communities and co-operatives locally, nationally and internationally. i

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Governance at Neill-Wycik
If you thought that Wycik was just another resi-
dence, you're wrong. WYCIK IS A CO-OP which
means everyone who lives here has a stake and
voice in all decision made affecting Neill-Wycik.
This could be the colour of the lobby, how much to
spend on renovations and what is acceptable
behaviour. We discuss and pass by-laws that
govern how we live within the building as a
membership.
Board meetings
Most of this is done through your Board of
Directors. The Board of
Directors are 12 mem-
bers who volunteer
their time to ensure
the building is
operating to the
standard demanded by
the membership. The board meets every 2ND AND
4TH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH in the Meeting
Room (2nd Floor McGill Wing) at 7:00pm.
All members are welcome to attend a meeting.
LET THE VOICE
OF THE PEOPLE BE HEARD!
The Board is elected by you at the Annual General
Meeting (AGM) held every spring. If you have
CONCERNS, QUESTIONS, or SUGGESTIONS we
are always glad to hear them. Each Board Member
has a mailbox at the front desk. If you wish to com-
municate with anyone on the Board, this would be
the first step. After receiving your note, the Board
Member will contact you if necessary, to discuss the
matter further. If you would like to meet with the
Board as a whole, leave a message for the Corporate
Secretary who will contact you for the next meeting.
The advisory council
The Board of Directors is also fortunate to have an
ADVISORY COUNCIL consisting of volunteers out-
side the building. Our Advisory includes six respect-
ed members of Torontonian Society from various
backgrounds.
The role of the Advisory Council is to offer guidance
and advice to the Board as needed.
BRIAN ILER, of lIer Campbell, is a lawyer well
known in the Co-op sector;
GAYLE CHRISTIE is former Mayor of York;
JOHN FLINT is president of a medical software
company and board member of vaQous hospitals;
BOB LUKER is an instructor of Community
Development at George .BrownCoHege and
former Registrar at Neill-Wycik; and
GEORGE MCNABB is a vemal communications
consultant and broadcaster.
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The Board of Directors
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L -> R Adam Becker - President, Danmore Reddy-Girard - Co-op Corp. Secretary,
Anne Bock, Brent Ross - Treasurer, Aaron Wolski
Front - Kevin Bailey, VP & SAC Chair
Candi Fitzgibbons
Board Member and Member
Liason Officer
NW By-laws, What do they mean to you,the member?
Neill-Wycik is a mini-city of 780 PEOPLE living in
one environment complete with our own community
security, maintenance crew, recreational facilities,
board of directors, and our very own By-laws to
ensure peace reigns throughout the building.
As a good member of Neill-Wycik, it is important for
you to FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF with the policies
and by-laws. Remember that the by-laws were pro-
posed, argued, voted and passed by you, the
Member! When you sign that Occupancy Agreement
you have agreed to abide by these simple rules of
courtesy and behaviour. If you want more detail, full
copies of the by-laws are available in the office or you
can ask your Residence Assistant.
There are CONSEQUENCES if you fail to abide by
the by-laws, but we sincerely hope you will
never have to get familiar with them.
~ FOR MINOR BY-LAW BREACHES
[ ego noise complaints, incomplete work hours I
1] Meet with CA or Community Security Representative
to resolve situation.
2] Meet or receive letter from CDC.
3] Appear before the Member Relations Committee (a
committee of members who live in the building and
decide on sanctions). They may decide to assign you
work hours, issue letters of apology, revoke your
privileges to use the facilities, upgrade to another
room, or attend a Board Meeting for possible eviction.
~ FOR MAJOR BY-LAW BREACHES
[ ego pulling a fire alarm, drug use, theft, harassment I
1] Required to meet with CDC to discuss the situation.
2] Appear before the Board where possible
consequences are: community service hours, fines,
non-renewal in the co-operative and/ or eviction,
trespass notices.
3] For serious situations, the police may be called.
A SUMMARY OF THE MOST IMPORTANT BY-LAWS:
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Occupancy Agreement Overview (What does that lease say anyway?)
Each member signs an occupancy agreement. A copy of the occupancy agreement is available at the Front
Desk or in the 22nd floor office but here are the 'HOT HIGHLIGHTS'. You should acquaint yourself with the
occupancy agreement and the by-laws as these two items govern the way you must conduct yourself.
Details and further information must be taken from the actual occupancy agreement.
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Members planning to move before their
occupancy agreement expires must give two months
the first oftne ,montb)and
to Vacate) There is a $50.00adlninlstratiho 'fee
breaking the occupancy agreement
2] ' Members musfget permission of the Col'operative
to paint or decorate unit
3J must keep their unit clean and hot allow
garbage to accumulate. Members must dean their
unit BEFORE terminating occupancy.
4] Members agree to pay for repair and maintenance
of his/her unit and fixtures if repairs are needed
.because of damage caused by the Member, the
Member's guests or friends.
5} agree to report all damage to Co"op
immediately.
f,il The has the right to enter units in ca$8 of
as per Bylaws, for exterminators, room
checks, maintenance repairs, alterations, decorations
Qr to show unit to new Members.
1] Members should purchase fire/extended
insurance coverage to cover his/her own goods and
fUrnishings. Neill-Wyclk'S coverage only covers the
building and equipment of Neill-Wycik.
8J Members agree to promote PrincipJesotthe Co-
operative and to abide by its Charter, Bylaws, Rules,
Policies and adopted. the
Board and its Committees. This includes the
Member's family, visitors etc.
10] Members who are In default of the occupancy
or his(her gr
8ylaWS;mayhaveMembership terfu'inated M,
resolution passed by the Board of Directors. The
10 days, no!ce of the meeting .1#
the sOard at which 'the resolutiOn will be considered:
The' Member may appear to make submissions on
their Termination will occur on the date
specified by Board of Directors in Its Resolution, bUt
the date will not be less than 10 days after the
hearing,. further details are avaifab1e on ,the
occupancy agreement.
11) The Co-operative is oolliable for damage, to
property entrusted to employees of the Co-Oj) or loss
of any property by theft or otherwise. The Co-
operative is not liable for injury or damage to personS
or property resulting from any substance which may
leak from the building.
12] The Co-operative Is governed by the Co-op
Corporations Act, NOT the landlord and Tenant Act
13] The waiver form within the agreement absolves
Neill-Wycik of any responsibility while Members use
any of SAC facilities or common areas or
any events.
What every good member needs to know about housing & rent
Q] AM I A TERM PAYER?
A] If you have been assigned a multi-unit
(four or more people in the unit), you MUST
pay by the four month term (ie. September to
December; January to March and April would
be your last month which is kept on account).
Q] HOW DO I GO ABOUT GETTING MONTHLY PAYMENT STAniS?
A] Only Members who can prove they have at least 20 hours
of regular employment per week, or Members whose parents'
pay the Co-op directly can usually be granted monthly status.
You must complete a request form in the office and get
approval.
Q] WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW IF I WISH TO PAY MONTHLY?
A] If you are in an A, B, or K unit, OR have been given approval
as a monthly payer by our Bookkeeper, then you MUST submit
postdated cheques on the first day you sign your lease.
Cheques are cashed promptly on the 1 st of every month.
Q] WHAT IF THERE IS A DELAY IN GETTING MY OSAP?
A] You must immediately contact our Bookkeeper and bring
a copy of your 'Student Information Document' in order to get
an extension. There is no extension for your first month or
maintenance deposit, this must be received before you can
move into the building. If you do not get your OSAP the follow-
ing month, you must notify the Bookkeeper and pay on a
monthly basis until your OSAP is received.
Q] WHAT IF I CAN'T PAY BY THE FIRST OF EVERY MONTH?
A] REMEMBER that if you are having financial difficulty, it is
your responsibility to ask the Bookkeeper for an extension
(NOTE: Extensions are only granted occasionally) before the
1 st of every month, otherwise you will be in arrears. If a
cheque has been cashed and it comes back NSF (not suffi-
cient funds), you will have to pay the $25.00 administration
fee and your monthly status may be revoked.
Q] WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I AM IN ARREARS?
A] A number of things will happen, there are a number of
successive penalties for each time you are late (outlined
below). You may have to appear before the Board of Directors
for eviction, and your outstanding account may go to
Collections, which means that you will not be able to obtain
loans, get a credit card or pass future credit checks. It is very
serious, so PLEASE make sure you fulfill your obligations to
the Co-op on time.
LATE RENT PAYMENT - ARREARS PENALTIES FOR MEMBERS IN ...
MULTI-UNITS
1st late payment - $10.00 late fee.
2nd late payment - $10.00 late fee and pay
that month must be paid by certified cheque.
3rd late payment - $10.00 late fee and make
all future payments must be paid by certified
cheque.
4th late payment - $1 0.00, late fee and the bal-
ance of the term is due immediately by certified
cheque and the member will lose their monthly
payment status (if applicable).
5th late payment - the member will automati-
cally be served with a Schedule F; notice to
appear before the Board of Directors for possible
eviction.
IN A, B OR K UNITS AND FOR ALL MEMBERS IN THE SUMMER
1st late payment - $10.00 late fee .
2nd late payment - $10.00 late fee and .pay
that month must be paid by certified cheque.
3rd late payment - $10.00 late fee and make
all future payments must be paid by certified
cheque.
4th late payment - $10.00 late fee and
continue to make all future payments by certi-
fied cheque.
5th late payment - the member will automati-
cally be served with a Schedule F; notice to
appear before the Board of Directors for possible
eviction housing and rent.
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a Unit
2 Bedroom Gerrard Wing Unit
[ unfurnished - 72 available]
BEDROOM BEDROOM
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8' (
AUnif
1 Bedroom Gerrard Wing Apartment
[ unfurnished - 40 available]
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Two-Person Units and Apartments
HOW DO I APPLY FOR A '8' UNIT?
These units do become available occasionally, If one
comes up, the Housing Coordinator will post them on
the Laundry Room door on the 22nd floor and down
in the lobby by the elevators. Because there are only
two people in a B unit, the person who is remaining in
the other half is allowed to interview people for their
next potential roommate. The Housing Coordinator
will give you the phone number and details on how to
set this up with that person. REMEMBER, only mem-
bers in good standing are allowed to move to another
unit in the building.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR AN
APARTMENT 'A' UNIT OR BACHELOR 'K' UNIT?
Put your name on the waiting list. These do not come
up that often and are allocated based on first come,
first served, AND couples in the building get priority.
The wait list is in the office upstairs. AGAIN, only
members in good standing are allowed to apply for
these units.
f( Unit
McGill Wing Bachelor Apartment
[ unfurnished - 8 available]
Multi-Units BluePrints
Pictured on these two pages are layouts of the many different Unit styles in Neill-Wycik. If you are
interested in moving from your present unit, drop by the office and speak with the Housing Co-ordinator.
The availability of each Unit varies from month to month.
C/DUnit
5 or 6 person McGill Wing
[ furnished]
IE Unit
5 or 6 person Gerrard Wing
[ furnished]
HJJUnlt
5 or 6 person McGill Wing
[ furnished]
WELCOME TO SAC!

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SAC is a committee of the Board of Directors.
Our purpose is to ensure YOU, the member,
have FUN while living here at Wycik. We have
a new logo that will be used for all memos and
correspondence on our behalf to all of you.
FACILITY FUNDS
Every month $6.00 of your rent creates our annual
budget of $47,000 TO FUND facilities, events and
clubs & committees around the building. There are
educational and social events. Get the most of your
$6.00 - GET INVOLVED!
SAC MEETINGS
SAC holds meetings EVERY 1 ST AND 3RD
MONDAY OF EACH MONTH and posts agendas on
the bulletin boards by the elevators on your floor. If
you wish to get on the agenda, leave a note at the
front desk for the 'SAC Administrator' and he/she
will contact you or talk to your RA. SAC has many
great ways for you to get your MCP hours!
HOW YOU CAN HELP!
SAC ALWAYS NEEDS PEOPLE TO HElP. You may
help by joining the Events Committee to plan building
wide activities, or to assist in the managing of a Facility,
or running new or existing Clubs or Committees. you
have an idea for an event, a club, and/or a new facility,
bring a Funding Proposal or Club Application to SAC at a
regular1y scheduled meeting (remember to ask to be put
on the agenda). These forms are available through the
Front Desk. To assist SAC drop a note in our mail box at
the Front desk or phone the SAC extension #6006 and
leave your name, unit # and phone number.
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THE SAC COMMITTEE
Cory SWick [ Administrator ]
Cory has served on the Board as well as helped out at
social events and with the management of the Steamer.
The Administrator is responsible for taking minutes at the
meetings, posting the agenda & managing the finances of
the committee.
Russ Johnston [ Events Co-ordinator ]
Russ is credited with some of the best major social
events of last year AND this year! The Events Co-
ordinator ensures events and activities take place at NW
year round. Russ is also responsible for driving the
Events Committee.
Kevin Bailey [ Chair]
The Chair's position is filled by the Vice-President of the
Board. Kevin is responsible for chairing all SAC meetings,
ensuring the policies and procedures of SAC are followed
and is the liaison to the Board.
Jennifer French [ Facilities Co-ordinator ]
In her spare time, aside from her CA duties, Jennifer is
the SAC liaison for the Facility Managers. She ensures
that the facilities are maintained and operational at all
times.
catherine Stanel [Communications Co-ordinator ]
This busy CA is also the SAC liaison with the Members
and all NW clubs and committees. She's also in charge of
the newsletter submissions. If you've got some extra
time to help out, I'm sure she'd appreciated it.
SAC and its Facilities
Wycik has some GREAT facilities, and members are
welcome to use all of them! BUT before you do, you
MUST get a NW photo 10 Card and sign your lease.
The lease includes a general waiver form for using the
facilities. You can obtain your photo ID when you
move into the building. On September 1 st and 2nd
photo ID will be taken place in the NW Cafeteria. If
you miss these dates, you can always come up to the
office between 9am-5pm Monday to Friday to get one.
WEIGHT ROOM 2ND FLOOR MCGIll WING [ Itn ] WOODSHOP BASEMENT LEVEL [ Itn ][ 0 ]
Fully equipped with universal gym, free weights, life- Tools and equipment to build anything your
cycles, stairclimber and exercise mats and a new imagination desires. Remember to clean up after
Bliptical cross trainer.
GAMESJSPORTS EQUIPMENT [ 6 ]
1VNCH CARTS [ 6 ]
Sign out a number of different board games through Members may use this for their common areas or for
the front desk. You can also get baseball gear, volley- holding a movie night in a lounge. There is a new 1V
balls, basketballs, tennis and badminton racquets. for members. Three hour time limit .
STEAMER ROOM AND AN EQUIPMENT [ b ][ 0 ]
Sign out this popular facility at the front desk and Located on the basement level, the Steamer Room is
catch up with your pool and table soccer skills. It has available for parties and functions for members. It is
BIU.IARDS ROOM [ 6 ]
it's own darts and stereo. equipped with a cassette/cd stereo system, a video
projection TV screen, a VCR and lighting system.
PHarO SHOP BASEMENT LEVEL [ ib ][ 0 ]
MEETING ROOM 2ND FLOOR MCGILL WING [ b ]
Equipped for processing black and white film. Rim Meeting tables, chairs, erasable board, used
processing room, photo mount machine and Jol?O for studying and committee meetings.
processor. Please supply your own film & chemicals.
SEWING ROOM 2ND R.OOR MCGILLWING [ Itn ][ 0 ]
Industrial sewing machines, a judy; serger and iron.
LEGEND
[ 6 ] Facility needs to be signed out at the front
desk.
1V1VCR CARTS [ 6 ] [ 0] Facility requires special orientation. The facility
Members may use this for their common areas or for managers post orientation dates and times through
holding a movie night in a lounge. There is a new 1V the building or call SAC's extension #6006 request-
for members. Three hour time limit. ing an orientation.
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COMMON NON-SAC FACILITIES
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THE FOLLOWING FACIUTIES ARE 'OPEN AREAS' AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE!
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PUBUC PHONES
22nd floors and l.Dbby 1.8VeJ$.
POP MACHINES
You'H find several vending machines throughout the
building: the cateteria, 2nd floor, 4th, 5th, 9th, 15th,
18th, 20th floors and Hanke lounge.
SAUNA
located in the basement, the sauna is equipped with
a change room and tINo showers. Hours are posted
on the dobr. Door axle is 15.:4.
TV LOUNGE
Just off from the 22nd floor laundry room.
Pay-Tv, comfortable couches.
HANKE LOUNGE
Located on the 2200 floor, the Hanke is furnished
with comfortabfe couches for casuaJ conversation,
features and 0Qt to mention,
excetlent view of Lake Ontario. Door code is 1-2:..5.
ROOfDECKS
Roofdecks are located on the 4th, 5th and 23rd
floor. Closed at midnight
PHOTOCOPIER
l.ocatQd in the C8feteI1a.,;OnIy 5t per CPPY: '

COMPUTER lAB 22ND R.OOR 0 )
11te Lab is Jocated on the 22nd FIcu, access through
the Hanke Lounge. Six coglf)UterS and
FaciIiW of the, Board.
BARBEQUES
located on the 5th and 23rd floor roofdecks.
Gaspowtnd.
LAUNDRY ROOMS
Located on the 4th fkxlr McGI WIng and the 22nd
ftooc Door code Is 1-2-5.
l!GEND
{b 1 facility needs to out at Ute 1rcnt
desk.
[ 0 ] Facility requires special orientation. The facility
managers post orientation dates and UrneS through
the building or callSAC's:extension
log an orIen1ation.
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OUR TEAM!
Michelle Walker [ Hotel Manager]
Michelle is the youngest of hotel managers
in Toronto but is a formidable competitor
in the industry. It is not every hotel that
is given the distinction of being branded
"The Best Hotel Value in Toronto", by
Fodor's Hotel Guide. During the summer she
runs a crackerjack hotel and during the school year, she
is busy drumming up new business, working on new
marketing initiatives and planning for the next year.
Shawna Smail [ Hotel Sales Manager]
Shawna, once a professional egg flipper,
has supervised the hotel cafe team for
the past 2 years and now moves on to
tackle the Hotel Sales Manager position.
She will be working hard to sell Neill-
Wycik's empty rooms during the summer by
schmoozing at upcoming tradeshows and dining with
tour operators to bring in all those groups!
Colleen Durland [ Housing Co-ordinator]
Colleen is the magician of the office who
rents the co-op's rooms, maintains
waiting lists and handles all housing
inquiries. If you want the straight goods
on any aspect of housing, re-applying,
transferring, etc, talk to Colleen. It's also nice
to just drop by Colleen's office to get an extra dose of
oxygen from her tropical greenhouse!
Peter Allen [ General Manager]
The 'Buck' Stops Here!!
lurker Guney [ Accountant]
A veteran to the building, Turker looks after
all of the Co-op's financial matters.
You will find him pouring over numbers
and statistics to ensure Wycik's financial
health. He's a pretty cool guy and can
play one mean game of pool!
lindsay Moir [ Housing Assistant/Office
Support ]
Lindsay assists Colleen with all housing
inquiries and is the first welcoming face
to the office upstairs.
Jon Cohen [ Part-Time Accounts Payable Clerk]
Jon pays all the mountains of bills it takes
to make sure Neill-Wycik runs properly.
During the summer he pulls double duty,
paying the bills for the hotel and doing
the hotel banking. Our newest member
of staff!
Larry Louisy [ Systems & Security Manager]
Larry was with U of T, has extensive
computer training and is our "S" man,
"Security & Systems"
Melissa Wilkes [ Community Development
Coordinator]
Truly a co-op guru, she has all the
connections to get things done. She also
has a background in accounting.
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FULL TIME MAINTENANCE STAFF
larry Wall [ Maintenance Worker]
The man with the "HOG" - Larry is a die-
hard biker and maintenance man. A Mr.
Fix-It , he specializes in keys, locks and
electrical repairs. A true veteran of
Wycik, Larry has been with us for over ten
years. (He also has the nicest hair).
Vladimir Badanjak [ PaintlPlasterlTiling
Specialist]
If you ever wonder who is frantically
painting your unit, Vlado is the man. He
is in charge of all of the painting,
plastering, tiling and anything else that
needs to be done. He can paint a room in
less time than it takes the average member to clean it - a
real whirlwind!
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Chris Alivantov [ Maintenance Supervisor]
Chris oversees the janitorial requirements of
the building and oversees the work hours
for members who wish to participate in
the volunteer program through
maintenance tasks. He also assigns
penalty hours to those who may breach a by-
law and can always find a job which fits the breach!
Chris has also got a way with our international students
and can speak several languages including: French,
Spanish, Bulgarian, Macedonian, AND Italian!
Rick Bonner [ Plumber]
If your toilet is overflowing, or another
plumbing concern arises, Rick is always
willing to come to your rescue. Rick has
a solid background in boilers and high
rise maintenance and has proven to be a
valuable addition this past year to our
maintenance team. An unassuming fellow, he is the king
of the "snake" and has amusing stories about items
blocking our plumbing systems.
AND LETS NOT fORGET ...
the other maintenanCe staff without Whom the
building could not functionl They are:
Sly, Emma,Rebecaa. Craig and'Chris
THE COMMUNITY ASSISTANTS
PROGRAM
The CA (Community Assistants) Program has been
revamped! We now have Community Assistants to
orient new members to the building and area, sup-
port members in completing their Member
Contribution Program Hours (this is where you get
involved!), promote co-operative principles, and
provide start up and resource help to clubs and
committees.
What Does My CA Do For Me?
If you have questions about the building, if you wish
to start a club or committee, if you are not sure
what to do for your Member Contribution Program
hours, if you need help in organizing a cleaning
schedule for a multi-unit, then call your CAl
This Year's CA's
The hiring for this fall 's CA's is not quite finished
and room assignments may change. We have the
following 11 members on board:
Jennifer French (14Al)
Looking after the 14th & 15th floors,
Jennifer is a returning CA and com-
mitted co-oper, who enjoys working
with SAC in addition to helping
members.
Catherine Stancl (7A2)
Catherine is a veteran CA, going into
her 3rd year of providing excitement,
laughs and info for members on the
7th & 8th floors. If she's not organiz-
ing and participating in Wycik events,
she's out on the town taking in concerts,
clubs, movies and anything else the city has to
offer. Catherine - your coolest Neill-Wycik and
Toronto information source.
THE MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CAS ARE:
to Contri,pution
Program [MCP] 'by getting you Involved 1n
volunteering.
WEtGOME the
building,
TO be available andJll",LiNPan and
direct you to places that
To ACT as an Information source,
To PROMOTE community spIrit and floor unity
within the building.
To be AVAILABlifor unit conflicts or to help
create cleaning schedule.
. "iTo ORGANIZE social events and member
contribution opportunities.
To PROVIDE leadership in areas relevant to
communal living,such a human
conflict management, and mutual respect.
Michelle Hernandez (18B6B)
A here and "Now" person, overdrive is
too slow for Michelle - you have to
be fast to keep up! Members on
floors 4 & 18 can call Michelle.
Amy Morin (13F2)
Entering her forth year studying archi-
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tecture at Ryerson, Amy enjoys trying
new things and is looking forward to
new experiences as a CA for the 3rd
& 13th floors.
More to come after Sept 1".
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Derek Lunshof (12F1)

is a returning CA who also speaks
U French. Derek is the CA for the 11th
& 12th floors.
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A business and sport enthusiast Derek
Sarah Hollands
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A creative and friendly person who
has lived in Neill-Wycik for four
o years; Sarah has graduated from
~ OCAD and looks forward to meeting
her members this fall on floors 3 & 6.
Aynslie Thompson (1986)
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Since graduating from the Fashion

Design Program at the International
U Academy of Design, Aynslie has
been working on film sets as a
wardrobe assistant. She is VERY
outgoing and always smiling.
Gregg McCambley (10C3)

work with people and participate in
U community service. Gregg is the CA
for floors 9 & 10.
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Hailing from Ottawa, Gregg likes to
Sarah Gay (2Y1)
Sarah attends the Randolph Academy
of the Performing Arts studying
Music Theatre Performance. She
will be covering the 2nd floor.
Amanda Bursey (1905)
o Ryerson. Music, traveling and the
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CAforthe 20th floor,Amanda is cur-
rently studying Fashion Design at
~ outdoors round out her interests.
Jacqui Dunn (tba)

R y e r s ~ n and is interested in teaching
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JaCQUi is studying Social Work at
o the pnmary grades. She enjoys
camping and hiking, anything
outdoors!
Melissa Brant
Melissa is looking after floors 21 & 22.
If you live on one of these floors,
you'd be best to keep your unit
really clean. She has worked the
past 2 summers with our hotel
housekeeping department and we've
been told she has a keen eye for dust!
Melanie Wallbridge
Melanie was an RA several years ago
and will cover the 16th floor.
Kyle Graham
A Kyle is a returning CA ready to assist
@ the members of the 17th floor.
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A BIT OF BACKGROUND
The aim of a student-housing co-operative is to
provide housing that is affordable and responsive to
the particular needs of students. A co-op is afford-
able because members give their time in different
ways and responsive because each member has a
voice in decision-making.
YOUR PART
WHAT CAN I DO TO CONTRIBUTE?
As a member you can participate by serving on the
Board of Directors, helping the Social Activity
Committee operate the facilities, assisting the
Maintenance department, attending General
Members' Meetings to name a few. Now, this may
not sound particularly exciting but lets look at the
options:
Option 1:
OR
Option 2:
You could stay in your
room, do all your
studying and then read
a good book
You could GET OUT and
meet some TERRIFIC
people (after you study
of course!).
No one is expecting you to spend all your free time
helping out, just two hours a month (0.3% of your
time!). Some of the benefits of getting involved are:
connecting with other members, having fun, and
contributing something significant.
THE LIST OF IDEAS INCLUDE:
Joining a club or committee or start one
yourself (talk to your CA first). Some
committees from previous years; Movie,
Newsletter, Reading Buddies, Social
Awareness, Environment and
Fundrajsing (for local charities).
Outreach wort<; if you are aware of an
organizati,i)O that needs volunteers, talk
to your CAl We have provided baked
goods to a local women's shelter and
,sandwiches for the Salvation Army.
Run for the Board of Directors! We have"
elections at the Annual General
Members' Meeting. You can nominate
yourself' or have"someone do it for you.
It is the quickest to immerse your-
self in Wycik culture.
.organize an event for your floor or the
whole bOilding!SAC can be approached
to finance good ideas.
Participate infundraising and blood dri-
ves.
Attend Board forums, work on a pOlicy
taskforce or respond to surveys to help
with
Ask, about maintenance tasks and
cleaning at the front desk.
Help out with managing SAC facilities.
HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?
Your CA will contact you monthly to find out what
your interests are.
WHO KEEPS TRACK OF WHAT I DO?
Your CA will enter the hours you have completed in
the Neill Wycik database.
NW COMMUNITY SECURITY T.I.P.S
Neill-Wycik's Community Security con- If you have noticed an incident and don't wish to be
sists of approximately ten Community identified, call TIPS extension 8477 to report any-
Security Representatives (CSRs) and thing unusual. We will follow up.
Member Service Representatives
(MSRs). The CSRs and MSRs are
extensively trained Wycik members who
provide front desk and security services including
administering first aide and handling emergency
situations. Because the MSRs are at the front desk
from 7:00am to 7:00pm their focus is more on
front desk services and handling business calls
with the CSRs focusing more on building safety
during evening shifts when incidents tend to hap-
pen.
The team is COMMUNITY MINDED in its approach
and they try to build close ties with the members to
monitor the building for potential safety or security
problems. When the CSRlMSR approaches you with
any requests or questions, they are trying to ensure
that the rights of all members are being observed,
so please assist them in every way possible.
ACCESSIBILITY
Security is accessible 24 HOURS A DAY at
977 -2322, or if you have a Neill-Wycik phone, just
press the "Security" button. If you have an emer-
gency, a complaint, or a question, call anytime and
the person on-duty will be happy to assist you.
NOTE: FOR LIFE-THREATENING SITUATIONS,
PLEASE CALL 9-911 FIRST.
SURVEILLANCE
Our staff monitor all entrances, parking lot and
roofdeck areas through Closed Circuit lV. They also
monitor the elevators, respond to fire alarms, noise,
harassment, vandalism and other security issues.
NOTE: Please read this manual for a brief review of
the by-laws as they will be enforcing them.
REMEMBER ...
We are VERY lucky to have so many great members
who never cause any problems, but there are
always a few who decide to push the limits.
REMEMBER, ignorance is not an excuse in the
building, educate yourself, talk to your Community
Assistant and if you didn't get to an orientation
session on the by-laws, get a copy of them from
your Community Assistant.
A FEW REMAINDERS ABOUT SECURITY IN THE BUILDING:
ENTERING THE BUILDING
During the school year, the ENTRANCE
~ DOORS ARE LOCKED, please use your
'"'" ~ key and don't let anyone in who isn't
a member. The front desk staff on duty
will always ask you for your 10 to make sure they
know who you are. All Guests must sign in at the
front desk.
LOCKOUTS
If you LOCK YOURSELF OUT of your unit there is a
charge of $5.00 that must be paid immediately. If
you LOSE YOUR KEY and are in a multi-unit you will
be asked to pay for the charge to replace all locks
in the multi-unit. This could cost up to $100.00.
HERE'S THE LINEUP OF YOUR CSRS:
GUESTS
You are RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR GUESTS, so make
sure you know who you are letting into your unit,
especially if you share a multi-unit. You have the
right to make a complaint if your unitmate is allow-
ing a friend to stay overnight in your unit without
your permission and NO GUEST may stay more
than 10 aggregate nights in a multi-unit.
NOISE/PARTYING
Members have THE RIGHT TO QUIET enjoyment of
their environment. If a member complains of exces-
sive noise, security will come up to address the
issue with you. Your co-operation is much
appreciated.
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Security Supervisor
Adam Becker
Megan Tallon
Peter Wark Josh Cannon
WHAT CAN YOU GET AT THE FRONT DESK?
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WE HAVE ADOPTED YOUR PARENT'S RULES:
CLEAN YOUR ROOM
IF YOU MAKE A MESS, CLEAN IT UP!
III, That's the jist of what you have to
remember while you live here.
- ~ If you live in a shared unit, you
have to EQUALLY SHARE the
responsibility of keeping your unit
clean and damage free. If you fail to do so, we
have to charge you, which we really don't like to
do. There are two annual inspections performed
every term in the multi-units to make sure you are
keeping your unit clean. Your Residence Assistant
will also let you know on a regular basis if your
unit is getting out of hand, but hopefully you will
find it in yourselves to keep it clean.
WARNING! The average cost to clean a unit is
$325.00 by a contract cleaning company and we
have charged members in the past. This is shared
EQUALLY amongst all members, unless you report
to your Residence Assistant that your unitmates
refuse to share the cleaning.
NEED SUPPLIES?
WE ENCOURAGE a clean building so we supply
everything you need! You can get garbage bags,
cleansers, lightbulbs, rubber gloves, vacuums and
putty at the front desk. What could be easier?
MOVE-IN INSPECTION FORM
As a member, you are responsible for filling in your
MOVE-IN INSPECTION FORM. Please complete it
within 15 days after move-in. This form may be
your only recourse in any damage deposit dispute.
Hand it into the front desk.
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Upon move-out, you will also be required to fill in a
MOVE-OUT INSPECTION FORM. Once the form is
filled out, please hand it into the front desk.
Maintenance will arrange to inspect your unit.
If there are any discrepancies between the
move-in and move-out forms, you will be charged
according to the damage.
KEYS
You will have to pay $10.00 for a SPARE KEY.
ANY KEY NOT RETURNED to us at move-out will
cost $10.00 except for parking keys which are
$25.00. LOST KEYS to a multi-unit may cost more
as we will have to charge for changing all the locks
in the unit.
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ONE OF THE UNIQUE THINGS HOTEL STATISTICS:
ABOUT WYCIK IS THAT WE
CONVERT APPROXIMATELY
HALF OUR UNITS INTO
A HOTEL EVERY
SUMMER I
Yep - a regular hotel with visitors
from all OVER THE WORLD. Many
students leave Wycik in the summer
when school is over which leaves
us a partially empty building. What
could have resulted in an enor-
mous financial problem for Wycik
(we still have to pay our mortgage,
our utilities, property taxes and
other operating costs) we instead oper-
ate a profitable summer hotel.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The hotel has also benefited members by providing
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT to over 35 people in
housekeeping, front desk and the cafeteria. During
May and June, when we have hotel vacancies, we
are able to paint, patch and fix up the units that
may have experienced damage through the school
year thus limiting disruption to members.
THE WORD IS GETTING OUT!
The hotel has grown and become more
well-known throughout the world. WE ARE
PUBLISHED in the famous "Let's Go" guides,
Lonely Planets Travel Books, Frommer's, Fodor's,
the CAA handbooks, Tourism Toronto maps and
brochures, etc. This advertising has increased the
public's knowledge of Neill-Wycik and has often
been the reason we have attracted new members "Moosaic Moose"
to Neill-Wycik during the school year. Artist - Lori Lemare Ritins
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NEILL-WYCIK TELEPHONE SYSTEM (NWTEL)
Neill-Wycik installed a building
wide phone system three
years ago to provide a
LOWER COST alternative to
our members. Any surpluses
generated are put back into the
co-op for future upgrades. The addi-
tion of NWTEL as a mandatory service cost to be
incorporated with multi-units housing charges, was
recently approved by the membership. This move
and ultimately the mandatory building-wide cover-
age of NWTEL will eventually allow us to offer new
services such as call display and internet access.
Rather than make Ma Bell wealthy, why not con-
tribute that money towards the co-op!
THE BENEFITS
For the same above service that we provide, Bell
Canada charges over $35.00. In addition, NWTEL
NWTEL has the added benefit that if you move
within the building there is no added cost, we
transfer your phone for free. Bell charges a moving
fee of $55.00. Your phone can also be hooked up
within hours rather than days. We also offer a very
competitive long distance plan with our chosen
carrier.
More information will be forthcoming in the move-
in packages or when you move into the building.
Not only do you get great rates, but the commission
goes back to our building!
SIGNING UP AND SERVICE
To SIGN-UP you can fill out the pre-registration
form you received in our move-in package or visit
the staff at the Front Desk.
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NEILL-WYCIK HAS A BURSARY PROGRAM!
THE NEILL-WYCIK BURSARY is an award based
on financial need, without undue emphasis on a
student's academic standing. There will be four
bursaries of $500.00 each per school year avail-
able to members in financial need. Two bursaries
will be given in the fall, and the remaining two will
be given out in the winter.
SOURCE OF BURSARY FUNDS
Money for the Bursary Program has been gener-
ously donated from two sources: $1000.00 per
year will come from the Board of Director's budget
and the other $1000.00 per year will be provided
by Coca-Cola Ltd.
DISBURSEMENT
The applications for fall Bursaries will be available
starting the first week of September and accepted
until September 30, 1998. Two Bursaries will be
awarded by mid-November. Applications for winter
Bursaries will be available sometime in December
and will be accepted until January 15, 2000. Two
Bursaries will be awarded sometime in late
February or early March.
ELIGIBILITY
TO BE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY for a Neill-Wycik
Bursary, you must be a member in good standing
and you must have lived at Neill-Wycik for a mini-
mum of 4 months at the time of application.
Returning members who lived here for a minimum
of 4 months last school year are also eligible. You
must be an undergraduate or teacher's college
student who is currently enrolled in at least 51 % of
a full course load, and you must have a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.0.
Because graduate students can pursue alternate
sources of funding, the Bursary will not be open for
them. The major consideration of the Bursary
Committee will be financial need, but your contri-
butions to the Neill-Wycik community over and
above minimal Member Contribution Program
requirements will also be an important factor.
For more Infonnation on the Neirl-Wycik Bursary
program, please feef free. to inquire in the Co-op
Officiron lt1e 2200 floor.
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NW SECURITY
Bay Centre for Birth Control
SUPERMARKETS

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790 Bay St. , 8th Floor, S.w. corner of Bay &
Dominion
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Neill-Wycik Security
College - 351 -3700
977 -2322 or press security button on NW Just one block south on Mutual Street -
phone. Hassle Free Clinic 862-7171
Neill-Wycik Walk Home Committee
556 Church St. - Church & Wellesley. HIV
Loblaws
Testing, S.lD., Pregnancy Testing.
Queen's Quay Market

BLOOR ST. WEST BLOOR ST. EAST
977-2322 - Hours 7 pm -1 am
Men - 922-0603 Women - 922-0566
EMERGENCY
Jarvis and Lakeshore Blvd.
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Police/Ambulance/Fire
366-7613
No Frills

911 or 9-911 on NW phone.
PHARMACIES
Parliament Street 1 block north of Gerrard
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WELLESLEY ST. WEST WELLESLEY ST. EAST
Please call here first if it is a
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Farmer's Market

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Assaulted Women's Helpline
Yonge and Carlton - 465 Yonge St. - Open till
St. Lawrence Market, Jarvis & Front St.

midnight - 408-4000
- Regular marketTues., Wed. , Thurs. 8am-
(OLLEGE ST. CARLTON ST.

863-0511
6pm / Fri. 8am-7pm - Farmer's Market Sat.
Distress Centre
Gerrard & Bay - 700 Bay St. - Open 24 hours
5am-5pm - 392-7219
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408-4357
BOOKSTORES
W+E
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Pharma Plus
Suicide Prevention
Church & Wellesley - 63 Wellesley st. E. - World's Biggest Bookstore
GERRARD ST. EAST
408-4357
Open till midnight - 924-7769 1 block north of Dundas on Edward St. -
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TRANSPORTATION
977-7009
MAP not to scale
813-5900
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MEDICAL/DENTAL
TTC Toronto Transit Commission
Eaton Centre, inside upper level - 591 -3622 .....
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201 Harbord St. , 2 blocks south of Bloor off
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966-7111 GO Train: 869-3200
Buy The Pound, Jarvis & Adelaide -
QUEEN ST. EAST
Canhealth Medical Clinic Toronto Coach Terminal
366-2083
In Atrium on Bay at Yonge & Edward, just Bay and Dundas Street West
306 Gerrard St. E., 1 block E. of Parliament -
sou1h of Dundas. 393-7911 (bus terminal)
921-3396
eN Tower & KING ST. WEST KING ST. EAST
Hours? - Call and find out - they vary!'
Toronto Island Ferries
Honest Ed's
, SKYDOME
Dr. A.P. Kacinik & Associates 392-8193
Good selection, everything's under one roof,
600 Sherbourne St. , Suite 401, Sherbourne
Taxi
lot's of fun, Bathurst & Bloor, go to Bathurst
FRONT ST. EAST
Subway - 20% student discount - 922-1161
Beck: 751-5551 /449-6911
station - 537-1574

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Dental Clinic Diamond: 366-6868
POST OFFICE
U ofT -101 Elm St. , just East of University Crown: 750-7878
In the Atrium on Bay (Yonge & Dundas), just
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Ave - 979-4927
Travel Cuts off Edward St.
to the QEW & HWY. 427
HEALTH & COUNSELLING
74 Gerrard St. E. - 977-0441
In College Park, close to Bay & College
Addiction Research Foundation BANK MACHINES
entrance, upper level.
595-6000
CIBC Machine TOUGH TIMES
Legend
Credit Counselling of Toronto
Beckers downstairs & at
Daily Bread Food Bank
228-3328
Church and Carlton.
Bathurst & Lakeshore. Call to find out hours. 1. Ryerson Polytechnic University 8. No-Frills Grocery
AIDS Committee of Toronto
Royal Bank Machine
Very nice people, helpful. 203-0050
Dominion Grocery Store 2. George Brown College 9.
340-2437
On Yonge St. , just north of College,
St. Peter's Anglican Church
by McDonalds
Food Bank
3. University of Toronto 10. Queen / Spadina Fashion Distri ct Alcoholics Anonymous
487-5591
Scotia Bank Machine Sherbourne & Carlton. Limited hours, mid-
Yonge & College day, call first. 929-7572
4. Intemational Academy of 11. Queen's Park Legislature
Alanon
Toronto Dominion Machine
For friends or family of alcoholics -
Merchandising & Design 12. Royal Ontario Museum
410-3809
Carlton st. across from Maple Leaf Gardens
Corner of Church & Wellesley
5. Ontario College of Art 13. The Annex / Kensington Market
6. Metro Reference Library 14. Financial District
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7. Canadian Tire 15. St. Lawrence Market