Columbia Lake Village - North

All single grad bedrooms in CLV-North include:

• Single Bed with mattress
• Desk
• Desk Chair
• Dresser

All single grad suites in CLV-North include:

The main floor has a large living and dining room, a good-sized kitchen with fridge, stove, and sink, and an entrance foyer with a closet.

The stairs lead to the upper and basement levels. There is a door from the living room to a small outdoor patio.

The upper level has a full bathroom with 2 bedrooms, each with a closet.

The basement level has a study room/den, a small bathroom with sink and toilet, a utility/laundry area and storage space under the stairs.

Townhouse layout

Main floor layout. Approximate measurements include: Kitchen - 2.5 x 3.5 m, Living Room - 3.7 x 4.9 m

Second floor layout. Approximate measurements include: Master Bedroom - 4.1 x 3.4 m, Bedroom 2 - 2.6 x 3.3 m

Basement layout. Approximate measurements include: Basement study room - 3.6 x 3.7 m 

We have a place for you. We want two-spirit, trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming students to feel welcome and safe living in our residences. All-gender washrooms are spaces that individuals can access and use, regardless of their gender identity. Unlike gender-specific washrooms which are designated as being for either women or men, all-gender washrooms are available for use by anyone. 

Each first-year residence building has at least one all-gender washroom in our central complex area to use when studying and hanging out with friends, dining at an eatery or visiting a front desk.  If you are living in Claudette Millar Hall, each floor has all-gender washrooms. Our other first-year residence communities (dorm-style and suite-style) are organized by gender, where students who identify as female live together, and students who identify as male live together.  Washrooms in Ron Edyt Village and Village 1 are designated as being for either women or men. In suite-style residences (UWP, CLV and MKV), room assignments are based on gender and the washrooms are shared by the roommates within the suite. If you wish to not disclose your gender, we will never ask you to.   

If you would like to speak with someone before completing the First-Year Guarantee Residence Application, please email us at housing@uwaterloo.ca and we will connect you with our Residence Life team who are ready to support you and will find you the space in residence that works best for you. 

Individual resident responsibilities: 

• All residents are responsible for the day-to-day cleaning and maintenance of their townhouse. Early in the term, roommates should delegate cleaning tasks and set up a mutually agreed upon cleaning schedule. 

• Final move-out inspections are completed upon the return of the keys. 

• When moving out you are required to take all your personal and household belongings with you.  Removal of items is a minimum of $100 and additional cleaning beyond provided sanitization is also a minimum of $100. 

The grounds at Columbia Lake Village are maintained regularly. In the winter, the snow is shoveled along all walkways and in all other seasons, the grass is cut and all greenery is maintained. 

All maintenance and repair requests should be reported to the CLV-North maintenance team right away. 

• Children under 12 years of age must be supervised by an adult at all times. 

• Children are not allowed in the Community Centre after 8pm, even if they are with an adult. 

• Children under 12 years of age may not use the recreational equipment (e.g., pool table, foosball, etc.). For safety purposed, no one is allowed to stand on chairs to use this equipment. 

• Community Centre Services (e.g. campus and grocery shuttles, etc.) are available to registered Waterloo students ONLY. 

• All users are expected to clean up after themselves and to return the furniture to its original location. 

• Note: these regulations are for the safety and benefit of everyone. Failure to adhere to them will result in the loss of Community Centre privileges. 

Mail is delivered weekdays by Canada Post. Each townhouse has an assigned mailbox – Community mailboxes for CLV North are located in North Parking Lots.  For specific information about your assigned mailbox please refer to the stick attached to your mail key; CLV Families only – refer to the red label on the bottom of your key envelope. This information can also be obtained by asking the staff at the CLV Front Desk. Canada Post and other courier companies will deliver packages/parcels directly to the CLV Front Desk, located in the CLV Community Center. You will receive email notification once your item has been received and is ready for pick up. Please have your WatCard with you when picking up your item. 

*Note: Do not include University of Waterloo or the name of your residence (i.e. Beck Hall) in the address. If you include these pieces of information your mail will be sent on campus and eventually be returned to sender. It must come directly to the address below in order for you to receive it. 

Community Centre address:

CLV Community Centre
350 Columbia St. West
Waterloo, Ontario
N2L 6G8

Can you share my information with friends or family?

• No. If someone other than you, the applicant, is trying to obtain information on your behalf, we are not able to release your information to them.
• We will only release your information to you, the applicant, as per Policy 46.
• We care about your privacy.

What should I do if I notice unsafe conditions in my residence building?

• If you notice unsafe conditions in or around our residence buildings, report them to a nearby Housing staff member right away. As per Policy 34, we all have a responsibility to keep our campus safe.

Is tap water safe to drink?

• Yes. The Region of Waterloo maintain a high standard of quality assurance to ensure our tap water is safe to drink. For more information about the Region’s water treatment practices, please visit The Region of Waterloo website.

What happens if I lose my key(s)?

• Lost keys should be reported to your residence Front Desk immediately.
• If you lose your key(s), a spare one will be issued to you for up to 7 business days. If after 7 business days your key(s) has not been returned, you will be assessed a $100 fee to cover the cost of a lock change, and you (and your roommates, if applicable) will be given a brand new set of keys.

Who should I contact if I have a maintenance request?

• If an item in your room needs repairs, please contact the maintenance team in your residence building at the following email address:
  • CLV-North: clvmaint@uwaterloo.ca

How can I ensure I am recycling properly?

• For more information about proper recycling practices, please visit The Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management website.

Are the townhouses air-conditioned?

• They are not, however, you do have the option of purchasing your own air-conditioning unit. Please contact the CLV-North maintenance team for more information.

What is the Annual North Community Bicycle, Toy and Yard Cleanup initiative?

• A: This initiative was started to help ensure our community remains clean, attractive, and welcoming for our residents and their visitors. All unwanted bicycles that are removed from the community will be donated to FEDS. The cleanup usually takes place in May or June, and more information will be emailed to you well in advance of the cleanup.