Welcome to Timmins!
Welcome to Timmins, here you will find a culturally diverse atmosphere with a Northern perspective. Timmins offers a multicultural experience with a variety of ethnic restaurants, museums and cultural organizations.
Visit the City of Timmins for more information.
Rental Scams
It’s crucial to be mindful of rental scams, as they are a real threat. Your well-being is important, and we want to ensure you make informed decisions when renting.
6 Tips For Rental Scams In Ontario
- Basic Research:
It is imperative to conduct a thorough search to verify the existence of the landlord and the property, as well as to check for any potential complaints or scams associated with them. Remaining vigilant in these matters is crucial to ensuring a safe and secure rental process. - Never Rent Sight-Unseen
It’s important to take proactive steps when renting a property. Visiting the unit in person before signing a lease or making any payments is crucial to confirm its existence and ensure that it matches the advertised description. - Never Deal In Cash
When making payments, it’s best to avoid using cash, wire transfers, or other difficult-to-trace methods like Moneygram, Bitcoin, or MoneyPak. These forms of payment can be hard to track, so it’s better to use safer alternatives. - Meet The Landlord In Person:
Insisting on meeting the landlord in person is a powerful way to lower the risk of a scam and typically results in better service. If a landlord repeatedly gives excuses for being unable to meet or show you the unit, it’s important to be vigilant and proceed cautiously.
Off-Campus Housing: How to Start Your Search
Finding the right apartment or home to rent can be difficult and stressful. The secret is to plan ahead, and we’re here to help! Here are some helpful tips for finding the best rental homes and apartments in Timmins.
International Travellers: Please note that these are resources that should only be accessed after accepting your offer, paying your tuition deposit and successfully completing your course registration. We also strongly encourage students to seek long-term housing prior to arriving in Canada.
In Canada, we have many rental options available to suit your needs.
Finding the right rental can be hard! So, we created a document to help guide your search.
If you’re planning to rent, it is important that you understand the importance of a lease.
While tenant insurance may not be mandatory, you must understand the value of it.
Looking for long-term accommodation can be hard! Here are some Short-term options to help while you look for long-term housing.
A guideline to “Being A Good Neighbor” while living in the province of Ontario.
A guide to help you find the right accommodation while studying at Algoma University.
Please note that Algoma University has no direct or indirect affiliation with any of the organizations above. We are simply providing the information for you to access if you wish to pursue off-campus housing.
