Booking Space at the Student Commons

The Student Commons is the new hub for students on campus, providing space to relax, study, and even host events! We are now accepting applications to book rooms and space at the Student Commons from recognized clubs and service groups, as well as bookings for lockers from the general student body. See more information about our available rooms and spaces below.

Room Bookings are available from 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. on weekdays (excluding holidays). Please allow for a few business days’ notice for bookings or cancellations. Evening and Weekend exceptions are possible for paid special events; only through contacting bookings@utsu.ca.

To book, please use the appropriate form. Please note that due to COVID-19, bookings may need to be revised or cancelled pending Public Health requirements and University of Toronto protocols. Please see here for Events Services Guidelines & Booking Information.

Book a Room/Space/Table

Book a Locker

Permits

The Student Commons is a licensed venue. As a U of T venue permits must obtain a special permit to serve alcohol, please consult with the Student Commons Events Manager for more information about alcohol at your event.

Photos of your event within the Student Commons are free of charge to our renters. However, any pictures on U of T grounds require the renter to obtain a photography permit through the Campus Events U of T.

Security

After-hour events will require security on site. This will be established on a case-by-case basis. All licensed events where alcohol is being served require the accompaniment of licensed security staff. The events team will be happy to book this security for you from one of our trusted suppliers.

Decor

The Student Commons space and design are an excellent way to make your event unique, and we encourage you to use the space in ways that will impress your guests and create a memorable event. However, no alterations can be made to the venue (i.e. Puncturing or taping walls). Furniture rentals, flowers and any other décor items are welcome, and we look forward to working with your suppliers.

Rates & Availability

The Student Commons space is available for rental anytime upon request. Rental rates vary depending on the date and length of time of your event.

Team Suites

Need a space to chat with your club’s co-president or let members drop in to meet with you? Our club’s offices are just the right fit. Team Suites are meant for more one-to-one meetings, each room is equipped with a table or two and up to six chairs. These rooms are open at the ceiling and are not meant for a private conversation. Reserve yours today through the link above.

Room 534	Accessible, perfect for small clubs, studying or tutoring offices. Open-air, furnished with mobiles tables and chairs. Free for UTSU clubs and U of T students. Max 2 hours per booking.
Capacity	6
Size	8 ft x 15 ft 121 sq. feet
Ideal for	Study Groups Team Meetings

Room 536	Accessible, perfect for small clubs, studying or tutoring offices. Open-air, furnished with mobiles tables and chairs. Free for UTSU clubs and U of T students. Max 2 hours per booking.
Capacity	6
Size	8 ft x 15 ft 124 sq. feet
Ideal for	Study Groups Team Meetings

Room 538	Accessible, perfect for small clubs, studying or tutoring offices. Open-air, furnished with mobiles tables and chairs. Free for UTSU clubs and U of T students. Max 2 hours per booking.
Capacity	6
Size	8 ft x 15 ft 123 sq. feet
Ideal for	Study Groups Team Meetings

Room 540	Accessible, perfect for small clubs, studying or tutoring offices. Open-air, furnished with mobiles tables and chairs. Free for UTSU clubs and U of T students. Max 2 hours per booking.
Capacity	6
Size	6 ft x 15 ft 98 sq. feet
Ideal for	Study Groups Team Meetings

Room 542	Accessible, perfect for small clubs, studying or tutoring offices. Open-air, furnished with mobiles tables and chairs. Free for UTSU clubs and U of T students. Max 2 hours per booking.
Capacity	7
Size	9 ft x 15 ft 142 sq. feet
Ideal for	Study Groups Team Meetings

Meeting Rooms

Looking for a place to brainstorm with your team or host a small event with your club members? Consider one of our meeting rooms! With room capacity for over 10 people, these rooms are fully furnished and can be rearranged to suit your needs. Use the form above to book one today!

Room 315	Conference style tables and chairs, view to lower entrance south side of the building. Furniture can be rearranged to suit your needs.
Capacity	35 Standing	22 Seated
Size	TK
Ideal for	Meetings Presentations

Room 366	Small meeting room (open connection to room 329). Square table settings, good for break-out, group-style meetings. The room faces south, no external windows but frosted windows to the hallway.
Capacity	21 Standing	16 Seated
Size	TK
Ideal for	Meetings Workshops

Room 406	Conference style tables and chairs, view to the south.
Capacity	12
Size	18 ft x 15 ft 277 sq. feet
Ideal for	Meetings Workshops

Room 408	Conference style tables and chairs, view to the south.
Capacity	12
Size	18 ft x 15 ft 281 sq. feet
Ideal for	Meetings Workshops

Room 422	Conference style tables and chairs, view to the west.
Capacity	6
Size	11 ft x 15 ft 156 sq. feet
Ideal for	Meetings Workshops

Room 426	Conference style tables and chairs, view to east. Furniture can be rearranged to suit your needs.
Capacity	30 Standing	20 Seated
Size	28 ft x 15 ft 446 sq. feet
Ideal for	Meetings Workshops Presentations

Room 432	Conference style tables and chairs, view to west Furniture can be rearranged to suit your needs.
Capacity	30 Standing	20 Seated
Size	28 ft x 15 ft 436 sq. feet
Ideal for	Meetings Workshops Presentations

Room 427	Conference style tables and chairs, view to east. Shared retractable wall with room 433.
Capacity	12
Size	15 ft x 16 ft 251 sq. feet
Ideal for	Meetings Workshops Presentations

Room 433	Conference style tables and chairs, view to east. Shared retractable wall with room 427.
Capacity	12
Size	15 ft x 16 ft 252 sq. feet
Ideal for	Meetings Workshops Presentations

Room 544	Conference style tables and chairs, view to north-west. Furniture can be rearranged to suit your needs.
Capacity	30 Standing	24 Seated
Size	16 ft x 38 ft 614 sq. feet
Ideal for	Meetings Presentations Workshops Rehearsal Space

Multipurpose Rooms

Planning something that requires a little room? Our multipurpose rooms may be the answer! These rooms can be transformed into anything you need; a conference room for large work meetings or training, a casual space for students to drop in to learn more information about your club, or even the perfect party space! Find out more below and book through the link above.

B100	Room B100 is vented and has access to ablution rooms, perfect for smudging ceremonies or other religious gatherings. This room is on the east side of the building.
Capacity	100 Standing	70 Seated
Size	32 ft x 31 ft
Ideal for	Receptions Lectures Dinners Performance Space

B120	Unavailable until August 2022.
Capacity	153 Standing	120 Seated
Size	65 ft x 27 ft
Ideal for	Receptions Lectures Dinners Performance Space

Studio Spaces

Want a space to relax and unwind, or host fitness class? Our studio spaces are just the place to host a yoga practice or dance class. Learn more about the spaces below and book through the link above.

Room 440	This smaller studio space has hardwood flooring with floor to ceiling mirrors. Room 440 is on the east side of the building.
Capacity	30 Standing	24 Seated
Size	31 ft x 19 ft 604 sq. feet
Ideal for	Meetings Workshops Presentations Rehearsal Space

Room 444/450	This larger studio space can be partitioned into two separate rooms. It also features hardwood flooring with floor to ceiling mirrors, with a large window. This room is on the north side of the building.
Capacity	60 Standing	20 Seated
Size	26 ft x 58 ft 1333 sq. feet
Ideal for	Presentations Rehearsal Space Cocktail Hours Dance Classes Yoga Practices

Lounge Spaces & Open Areas

Want to host an event for students to mingle, or maybe set up a booth to bring awareness to your cause? Our lounges spaces are just the place for a networking event for your club’s members, and get students’ attention on a social cause. Learn more about each space below and book through the link above.

2nd Floor Lounge	This open lounge space is perfect for tabling during the day, and great as an event space, food programming or holiday parties. This lounge is on the east side of the building. Furniture cannot be moved.
Capacity	200 Standing	60 Seated
Size	55 ft x 32 ft
Ideal for	Receptions Lectures Dinners Cocktail Hour

2nd Floor Cafe Area	This open lounge space is perfect for tabling during the day, and great as an event space, food programming or holiday parties. This lounge is on the east side of the building.
Capacity	100 Standing	50 Seated
Size	34 ft x 30 ft
Ideal for	Receptions Dinners Cocktail Hour

4th Floor East Lounge	An open space ideal for receptions, cocktail receptions, ceremonies. This room faces south east.
Capacity	150 Standing	100 Seated
Size	49 ft x 39 ft 1515 sq. feet
Ideal for	Receptions Lectures Dinners Cocktail Hour Performance Space

4th Floor West Lounge	An open space ideal for receptions, cocktail receptions, ceremonies. This room faces west.
Capacity	50 Standing	50 Seated
Size	32 ft x 31 ft 1021 sq. feet
Ideal for	Receptions Lectures Dinners Cocktail Hour Performance Space

4th Floor Patio	An open air court yard ideal for yoga, cocktail receptions, and ceremonies.
Capacity	75
Size	48 ft x 27 ft
Ideal for	Yoga Cocktail Receptions Ceremonies

5th Floor Lounge	This open lounge space is perfect for tabling during the day, and great as an event space, food programming or holiday parties. On the east side of the building, this lounge has movable furniture and access to a small kitchen with water and microwaves.
Capacity	150 Standing	100 Seated
Size	50 ft x 97 ft 2651 sq. feet
Ideal for	Receptions Lectures Dinners Cocktail Hour (after 5 p.m.)

Console Room	Bookable for students/clubs and staff, the console lounge is perfect for hanging out with friends to destress from a day of school or work. Play on the PS5 or the Nintendo Switch by logging into your account or play the games provided by the UTSU Student Commons.
Ideal for	Hanging out Destressing Gaming with friends

Lockers

Need a place to store your stuff? Locker rentals are available on a semester basis (January to April, May to August, September to December). Clubs are able to book lockers on the 5th floor, while students can book lockers on the 2nd floor. Lockers are available first come, first serve. See our booking form above for more details.

5th floor lockers	Available to clubs for storage on a semester basis (September – December, January to April, May to August).

2nd floor lockers	Available to students for storage on a semester basis (September – December, January to April, May to August).