FAQs
Clear answers to help you understand your living experience
Housing & Move-In
Move-in day is September 5, 2026. Early arrivals cannot be accommodated for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Yes, all rooms are furnished with a bed, mattress, desk, and chair. You’ll need to bring personal items such as bedding, toiletries, and study supplies.
Room changes are not permitted during the first two weeks. After that, requests may be considered.
Roommates are assigned based on compatibility factors such as age, program, and living preferences.
Fees & Payments
Fees cover internet, utilities, bike storage, student programming, and access to common spaces.
Fees are paid before the start of each term, with the first payment due August 15, 2026. If this payment structure provides financial hardship, please contact info@paxhouse.ca.
Yes. Student work opportunities may be available to help offset residence fees. Contact the Pax House office for details.
A $50 late fee applies to all late payments.
Meal Plans & Dining
Our three-meal-per-day plan will serve as our main offering and will be priced similarly to the UBC Residence Meal Plan program. We are currently evaluating additional meal options to address varying needs.
Meal plan changes are limited and subject to availability.
Yes. Please indicate dietary needs when confirming your meal plan, and we’ll make every reasonable effort to accommodate them.
Single rooms do not include kitchens. Residents are expected to eat in the dining hall.
Summer dining will include flexible bundles or drop-in rates per meal. You will choose your summer options at the end of 1st term.
Accessibility & Belonging
Yes. Pax House offers 3 accessible rooms and barrier-free common areas. Eligibility is based on documented need.
Yes. Service animals are permitted with approval from the Dean of Students.
No. Students of all backgrounds are welcome. What matters is openness to community and mutual respect.
Community Life
Residents are expected to join weekly family-style dinners, two annual retreats, dorm meetings, and participate in Gratis.
Gratis is our weekly chore system. Tasks like tidying lounges or helping with meal cleanup are shared by all residents.
Yes, with registration. Guests may stay up to 2 nights per month and must be accompanied at all times.
Retreats, weekly dinners, and dorm meetings are required. Other events (discussion circles, bible studies, social activities) are voluntary.
House Policies
Students over 19 may consume alcohol in private rooms, but not in common spaces.
No. Smoking and vaping are prohibited anywhere on Pax House property.
We use a restorative approach. Issues may be addressed through conversation or review by the Student Issues Committee.
Students may submit written appeals if they disagree with a decision. Details are provided in the housing contract.
Application & Cancellation
Yes. You may apply before receiving an academic offer.
Applications are due January 28, 2026. The fee is $50 CAD (non-refundable).
Students are expected to fulfill the full residency term of 12 months. Cancellation requests may be submitted in writing and are reviewed individually.
Yes, with approval. Subletting is permitted May–August under specific conditions.
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