
First Peoples' House Residence
The First Peoples’ House also functions as a home away from home for Indigenous students by providing a spacious and welcoming residence for both undergraduate and graduate students. Located in an attractive red stone building adjacent to McGill’s Downtown campus, the four-storey house provides 10 single-occupancy rooms, with rooms being given priority to Indigenous students. The number of available spaces available each year varies, as resident students may renew their lease for the duration of their full-time studies at McGill.
Occupancy begins on September 1st and ends on July 31st, with monthly rent being set at $565/month. This rate includes electricity, utilities, and wifi. Furthermore, you have the ability to move into your unit earlier upon discussion with Hospitality Services.
Residences Admissions arranges priority for accommodation to Indigenous students, you can contact the Residence Admissions office or by phone at 514-398-6368 before June 1st. The number of available rooms varies year after year, as students may choose to renew their lease for the duration of their time at McGill.
Residence Highlights:
Co-ed house with single bedrooms and shared living and kitchen areas. | ||||
1o single bedrooms (availability varying on depending on year). | ||||
Electricity, hot water, heating, utilities, and wifi included in rent | ||||
Bedrooms: single size bed and mattress, desk and study chair, dresser, bookshelf, night table, and vertical blinds (furnishings may vary slightly depending on room size). | ||||
ID card access door for security, as well as OneCard operated laundry facilities in residence. | ||||
Shared living spaces:
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Features of The House
The First Peoples’ House offers a multitude of services for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students. We provide an open and inclusive space for students as they pursue their educational goals. Our re-furnished lounge and work study areas provide a comfortable place for students to decompress in between classes, mingle with their peers, enjoy a cup of coffee, browse the web, or read a book.
Frequently Asked Questions-
Do I have to purchase a Onecard meal plan if I choose to live at the First Peoples’ House?
Can I pay for laundry services with cash?
Does living in the First Peoples’ House still allow me to enjoy fun first-year activities like Rezfest?
How do the common spaces work?