MISSION STATEMENT

N eill-Wycik is ...
The First Place
Students Want To Live
(and their greatest
disappointment if they
can't get in!)
Where Members Take Pride
and Ownership by Contributing
To the Community.
Where Staff and Members Grow
and Grow On.
CONTENTS
Mission Statement inside front cover
Words of Welcome 2
Once Upon a Time .. 3
Principles of Co-Operation 4
Member Rights and Responsibilities 5
Governance and the Board of Directors 6
By-Laws 7
Rent Q & A 8
Occupancy Agreement (aka your lease) 9
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Community Assistants Program (CAs) 10
Membership Contribution Program (MCP) 11
The Social Activity Committee (SAC) 12
NW Facilities 14
High Speed Internet 16
NW Telephone System (NWTEL) 17
Office Staff 18
Maintenance Staff 19
Security Information 20
Front Desk Services 22
Maintenance Information 23
Neill-Wycik College Hotel 24
The Neill-Wycik Bursary 25
Floor Plans 26
Directory of Phone Numbers and Services 28
Toronto Map inside back cover
Neill-Wycik

Manual
Editor:
Melissa Wilkes
Contributors:
Prepared from material supplied
by members and staff of Wycik
Artwork and Printing
Dave Belford
Visedge Design Inc.
Thanks to everyone who
assisted in the creation of this
manual and our apologies if we
missed anyone.
, Neill-Wycik Owner's Manual
2004 Neill-Wycik Co-operative
College Inc.
96 Gerrard Street East
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 1 G 7
Voice: 416.977.2320
Fax: 416.977.2809
email:housing@neill-wycik.com
Web Site: www.neill-wycik.com
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Welcome to Neill-Wycik!
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NEWCOMER TO NEILL-WYCIK?
cgjjS? First time away from home? Returned Wycik
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\ veteran? Mature student returning to school? We
are very happy you have chosen Neill-Wycik as
(1,\ your home. We hope you will make this place
\ ..) yours by getting to know the other members in
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program and by actively voicing your opinions
in Members' meetings and forums.
THIS IS A STUDENT CO-OPERATIVE
- much different than a student residence or an apartment building.
We encourage you to make your mark while you live in this commu-
nity. Living co-operatively means caring about the people around you.
Instead of lecturing you about the obligations of membership, we
prefer to encourage you to think co-operatively. Treat others the way
you wish to be treated and try to resolve situations with your fellow
members by working with them for solutions.
AND above all volunteer!
WHY DO WE MAKE YOU VOLUNTEER
IN THIS BUILDING?
Because we believe we are the springboard for your next life outside
of Wycik. With regular cutbacks in social programming we all have a
vested interest in helping to create that social safety net. Volunteering
is a noble and right thing to do. When you leave Wycik, we hope you
will leave it a better place and continue to contribute to the larger
global community.
PLEASE READ YOUR OWNER'S MANUAL. Understand what your
community offers you and what you can offer in return ... then take
a big breath, dive in head first and get involved - life will never be
the same!
IN 1966,
a small group of motivated Ryerson
students headed up by Kathy Whalen
perSistently lobbied to create affordable
student accommodation. They particularly
liked the idea of a Co-op as opposed to a
normal school residence because it offered
students control over their environment as
well as low-cost housing.
In September 1967, it was decided that
Ryerson was to have a high-rise co-op. In
December of that year, the Canadian
Union of Students sent Stan Adelman, as a
field worker, to Ryerson to help the group
find money and a plan for the long project
ahead. The first thing the Co-op needed
was a building from which they could
operate to gain some experience and raise
capital. Ryerson offered its property at
325 Church a building slated for
demolition, to be used as a residence.
After selecting a site, the Co:op then
needed a mortgage.
On Christmas Eve, 1968, a $5.4 million
dollar mortgage was finally approved by
the CHMC. Many problems arose, but the
building finally opened and by August 15,
1970, all the spots were filled.
SO WHO IS
MR. NEILL-WYCIK?
Well, the building was actually named
after three individuals: Wycik was the last
name of Aurilee and Raymond Wycik, two
warm hearted individuals who ran a small
cafeteria in Ryerson's Kerr Hall. Wycik
College sounded a lot like Wycliffe
College, a divinity school at the University
of Toronto so Kathy then suggested adding
on A.S.Neill's name. Neill was the
Principal of Summerhill, one of the most
successful English free schools. The group
admired his work and
the principle behind a
'free school'.
In December 1986,
work began on the
Marten's Wing (aka
the McGill Wing). After
several delays, the Marten's Wing was
opened in January 1988.
In 1995, with much fanfare, Neill-Wycik
celebrated its 25th Anniversary and
September 2000 will mark our 30th
Anniversary!
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We welcome you to this community called Neill-Wycik
Because we are such a diverse and large mini-community, we need certain
PRINCIPLES and GUIDELINES to keep our world sane and happy.
Please read them and strive to be a good member of the community.
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11 Open and Voluntary membership
You must be a full-time student to be accepted into Neill-Wycik and we try to
achieve a 50-50 male to female ratio. Apart from these guidelines, anyone can
become a Member regardless of sociaL politicaL ethnic or religiOUS affiliation.
21 Democratic Control
Members elect the Board of Birectors at Neill-Wycik. Any rent increase or majof:
policy change must be passed at a general meeting open to all Members. If you'
have a criticism, or suggestion, you can express it at a board meeting, to the
staff, or at a general meeting
31 Apolitical
Neill-Wycik doesn't take sides on the 'political spectrum. We will not make
donations to one political party nor will we become involved in political
movements for change not directly related to housing. We do, however, respect
any Member's activities in these areas.
4] A Co-operative Educational EnvirQnment
Neill-Wycik is not just a place to hang your hat By a group of people
together from around the world, and supplying them with private and commu-
nal space, we hope to teach the art of co-operation. By offering educational
facilities and seminars in current issues and by encouraging opportunities for
volunteering and for working, we hope to create an environment where our
Members can develop personal skills while contributing to their commuQity.
51 Non-Profit
We take in a certain amount of money from housing charges and the hotel and
spend it on maintenance, salaries, mortgages, utilities and other
Anything left goes into the reserves for major repairs, capital expenditures etc.
There is no person or group of people who benefit if we have a surplus; we, all
share in our financial successes and failures.
6] Community and Co-operation
Neill-Wycik's objective is to promote and build community and relationships
with surrounding communities and co-operatives locally, nationally and
internationally.
Member Rights and
Responsibilities
As a member of Neill-Wycik I have the:
1. Right to be treated with respect and dignity
2. Right to an equal vote
3. Right to information in plain language
4. Right to run for office
5. Right to speak out to fellow members
6. Right to socially responsible behaviour
and policies
7. Responsibility to promote co-operative values
8. Responsibility to participate in the Member
Contribution Program
9. Responsibility to treat co-op staff and members
with respect and dignity
10. Responsibility stay informed of co-operative
policies
11. Responsibility to maintain housing unit
to standard
12. Responsibility to pay amounts owing promptly


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Governance at Neill-Wycik
If you thought that Wycik was just another
residence, you're wrong. WYCIK IS A
CO-OP which means everyone who lives
here has a stake and voice in all decision
made affecting Neill-Wycik. This could be
the colour of the lobby, how much to
spend on renovations and what is
acceptable behaviour. We discuss and
pass by-laws that govern how we live
within the building as a membership.
Board meetings
Most of this is done through your Board of
Directors. The Board of Directors are
12 members who volunteer their time to
ensure the building is operating to the
standard demanded by the membership.
The board meets twice a month, in the
Meeting Room (2nd Floor McGill Wing) at
7:00pm. All members are welcome to
attend a meeting.
LET THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE
BE HEARD!
You elect the Board at the Annual General
Meeting (AGM) held every spring. If you
have CONCERNS, QUESTIONS, or
SUGGESTIONS we are always glad to
hear them. Each Board Member has a
mailbox at the front desk. If you wish to
communicate with anyone on the Board,
this would be the first step. After receiving
your note, the Board Member will contact
you if necessary, to discuss the matter
further. If you would like to meet with the
Board as a whole, leave a message for the
Corporate Secretary who will contact you
for the next meeting.
Here is who is who on the Board of Directors:
From left to right back row: Rikki Bharadwaj, Jason Cepin, Kevin Bailey, Scott MacDonald,
Derek Nicholls
Front row left to right: Maria Jones, Sara Dubuc, Marilyn Cutajar, Augusto Martello
Absent: Gordon Warren, Bryan Partington, Alice Phieu
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NW BY-LAWS, WHAT DO THEY MEAN TO YOU,THE MEMBER?
Neill-Wycik is a mini-city of 780 PEOPLE
living in one environment complete with
our own community security, maintenance
crew, recreational facilities, board of direc-
tors, and our very own By-Laws to ensure
peace reigns throughout the building.
As a good member of Neill-Wycik, it is
important for you to FAMILIARIZE
YOURSELF with the policies and By-Laws.
Remember that the By-Laws were pro-
posed, argued, voted and passed by you,
the Member! When you sign that
Occupancy Agreement you have agreed to
abide by these simple rules of courtesy
and behaviour. If you want more detail,
full copies of the By-Laws are available in
the office or you can ask your Community
Assistant.
There are CONSEQUENCES if you fail to
abide by the By-Laws, but we sincerely
hope you will never have to get familiar
with them.
BY-LAWS: WHAT ARE THEY?
WHY SHOULD I CARE?
Wycik has rules; they're called by-laws.
You need to know what they are and
follow them. If you don't, there are
consequences.
Here's what can happen:
LETTER: You'll get a letter from the
office asking you to a meeting. If you've
broken a minor rule, you'll be invited to
the Member Relations Committee(MRC)
Meeting. If you've broken a major rule,
you'll be invited to the Board. The letter
inviting you to the Board is a legal docu-
ment (Schedule F); read it carefully.
MEETING: Go. This is your chance to
explain what happened. If you can't go,
send a letter or someone to represent you.
If you don't, the Board or MRC will decide
you consequences in your absence.
2ND LETTER: You'll get a letter from
the Board or MRC letting you know their
descision. If the letter from the Board is a
Schedule G&H, it is also a legal document.
Again, read it carefully.
APPEAL: You can appeal a decision of
the MRC at a Board meeting. You can
appeal an eviction decision as well.
Talk to the Community Development
Co-ordinator on the office for more
information about these options.
A SUMMARY OF THE MOST
IMPORTANT BY-LAWS:
Please contribute your two hours to the Member
Contribution Program - it benefits everyone!
Neill-Wycik promotes a drug free, responsible
environment
There are absolutely no pets in multi-units, and
pets are not allowed to wander the halls.
Attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and
participate in electing your Board of Directors.
Please have fun while you live here, but
remember that pranks such as tampering with
fire safety equipment and alarms or throwing
things out windows will affect your residency.
Please do not let strangers into the building when
you enter, try to look out for your neighbours and
remember, you are responsible for the actions of
your guests.
Please remember to pay your rent on time.
Please treat all members, guests and staff with
courtesy and respect Harassment, threats and
assaults or impeding the quiet enjoyment of other
members living environment are not tolerated.
Please respect the property of Neill-Wycik and
members and report any damage or vandalism.
Please keep your private bedroom and unit clean.
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WHAT EVERY GOOD MEMBER NEEDS TO KNOW
ABOUT HOUSING & RENT
Q] Am I a Term Payer?
A] If you live in a multi-unit then you
are a term payer, which means that
you will be paying your rent at the
beginning of each semester (ie.
September to December is due on
September 1st).
Q] How do I go about
getting Monthly Status?
A] To be eligible for monthly status
there are two methods.
1. Employment Application
(minimum of 25 hours weekly)
Q] What if there is a delay in
getting my aSAP?
A] You must immediately contact our
Bookkeeper and bring a copy of your
'Student Information Document' in
order to receive a deferral. There is
no deferral for your first month or
maintenance deposit. This must be
received before you can move into
the building. If there is a delay in
receiving your OSAP please contact
the Bookkeeper immediately.
Q ] What if I Can't pay by the
first of the month?
2. Parents Application (the member A]
and parents are accepting responsi-
Please contact the Bookkeeper before
the first of the month to make
arrangements for a rent deferral.
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bility for monthly rent payments).
Both methods are subject to approval
by the bookkeeper. Please note that
there are deadlines to apply for
monthly status. Please contact the
bookkeeper for more information
A $25 late fee will be charged. Under
certain circumstances this fee may
be waived.
Q] What happens when I am
in arrears?
A] When you are in arrears the first step
is you will receive a letter informing
you of a balance owing, including
your $25 late fee. If payment is not
received by the date outlined in the
Late letter, you will receive a
Schedule F, which is a notice to
appear in front of the Board. This is
the first step in the eviction process.
Serving studentl
travellers
OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT OVERVIEW
(WHAT DOES THAT LEASE SAY ANYWAY?)
Each member signs an occupancy agreement. A copy of the occupancy agreement is
available at the Front Desk or in the 22nd floor office but here are the 'HOT HIGH-
LIGHTS'. You should acquaint yourself with the occupancy agreement and the by-laws
as these two items govern the way you must conduct yourself. Details and
further information must be taken from the actual occupancy agreement.
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Occupancy agreement expires must give two
"months notice (from the first of the month) and
sign a Notice to Vacate. There is a $50.00
admini$tration fee for breaking the occupancy
agreement
2] Members must get permission of the
Co-operative to paint or decorate unit.
Members must keep their unit clean and not
allow garbage to accumulate as this can
encourage mice. Members must clean their unit
BEFORE terminating their occupancy, or you will
subject to a cleaning
..q MemberS agree to pay for repair and
maintenance of his/her unit and fixtures if repairs
are needed because of damage caused by the
Member, the Member's guests or friends.
5] Members agree to report all damage to
Co-op immediately.
6J The CO-op has the right to enter units in case
of emergencies, as per Bylaws, for exterminators,
room checks, maintenance repairs, alterations,
decorations or to show unit to new Members.
7] Members should purchase fire/extended
inSurance coverage to cover hisJher own goods
and furnishings. Neill-Wycik's coverage only
covers the building and equipment of NeiJI-Wycik.
8] Members agree to promote principles of the
Co-operative !IDdto abide by its Charter, Bylaws,
Rules. Policies and Decisions
adopted by the Board and its Committees. This
includes the Member's family, visitors etc.
9] It is the Member's responsibility to determine
the policies relevant to his conduct, ignorance is
not a sufficient excuse for a breach of conduct.
10] Members who are in default of the
occupancy agreement or his/her duties under the
Charter or Bylaws may have Membership
terminated by resolution passed by the Board of
Directors. The Member will receive 10 days
notice of the meeting of the Board at which the
resolution will be considered. The Member may
appear to make submissions on their behalf.
Termination will occur on the date specified by
Board of Directors in its Resolution, but the date
will not be lesS than 10 days after the hearing.
Further details are available on the occupancy
agreement.
11] The Co-operative is not liable for damage to
property entrusted to employees of the Co-oJ) or
loss of any property by theft or otherwise. The
Co-operative is not liable for injury or damage to
persons or property.
12] The Co-operative is governed by the
Co-op Corporations Act, NOT the Landlord and
Tenant Act.
13] The waiver form within the agreement
absolves Neill-Wycik of any responsibility while
Members use any of the SAC facilities or
common areas or attend any events.
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THE COMMUNITY ASSISTANTS PROGRAM
We have Community Assistants to orient
new members to the building and area,
support members in completing their
Member Contribution Program Hours
(this is where you get involved!), promote
co-operative principles, and provide
start up and resource help to clubs
and committees.
What Does My CA Do For Me?
If you have questions about the building,
if you wish to start a club or committee,
if you are not sure what to do for your
Member Contribution Program hours, if
you need help in organizing a cleaning
schedule for a then call
your CAl
This Year's C/J\s
We had a record number of applicants
for the fall CA positions. The following
members are looking forward to
helping you:'
Dino Sossi
Cory Brun
Audrey Tobolka
Andrea Rimbault
Carrie-Ann Bissonette
Adrian Rogers
Eve Tobolka
Adrienne Lorico
Corey McFarlane
Jessica Kulagowski
AngelaPoon
Sairaa Thornton
Sara Williams
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The main responsibilities
of the CAs are:
To FACILITATE the Member Contribution ,
Program [MCP] by getting you involved
in volunteering.
To WelCOME and ORIENT members to
the building.
To be available to you and to LEND AN
EAR and direct you to places that can
help.
To ACT as an information source.
To PROMOTE community spirit and
floor unity within the building.
To ORGANIZE events and
member contribution opportunities.
To provide LEADERSHIP in areas
relevant to communal living, such a
human relations, conflict management,
and mutual respect.
Oktawian Tomecki
Kristian Boos
Brenda Curran
Rachel Zylka
Carrie Straight
Alex Klensch
Misha Rasaiah
Val Dawe
Natalie Lavoie
Serving
travellers
A BIT OF BACKGROUND
The aim of a student-housing co-operative
is to provide housing that is affordable
and responsive to the particular needs of
students. A co-op is affordable because
members give their time in different ways
and responsive because each member has
a voice in deciSion-making.
YOUR PART
What Can I Do to Contribute?
As a member you can participate by serv-
ing on the Board of Directors, helping the
Social Activity Committee operate the
facilities, assisting the Maintenance
attending General Members'
Meetings to name a few. Now, this may
not sound particularly exciting but lets
look at the options:
Option 1: You could stay in your
room, do all your
studying and then read
a good book
OR
Option 2: You could GET OUT
and meet some
TERRIFIC people (after
you study of course!).
No one is expecting you to spend all your
free time helping just two hours a
month (0.3% of your time!). Some of the
benefits of getting involved are: connect-
ing with other members, having fun, and
contributing something significant.
THE LIST OF IDEAS
INCLUDE:
Joining a club or committee or start one
yourself (talk to your CA first). Some
committees from previous years; Movie,
Newsletter, Reading Buddies, Social
Awareness, Environment and Fundraising
(for local charities).
Outreach work; if you are aware of an
organization that needs volunteers, talk to
your CAl We have provided baked goods to a
local women's shelter and sandwiches for the
Salvation Army.
Run for the Board of Directors! We have
elections at the Annual General Members'
Meeting. You can nominate yourself or have
someone do it for you. It is the quickest way
to immerse yourself in Wycik culture.
OrganJze an event for your floor or the whole
building! SAC can be approached to finance
good ideas.
PartiCipate in fundraising and blood drives.
Attend Board forums, work on a policy
taskforce or respond to surveys to help with
co-op governance.
Ask about maintenance tasks and cleaning at
the front desk.
Help out with managing SAC facilities.
How do I get involved?
Your CA will contact you monthly to find
out what your interests are.
Who keeps track of what I do?
Your CA will enter the hours you have
completed in the Neill Wycik database.
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WELCOME TO SAC!
SAC is a committee of the Board of Directors.
Our purpose is to ensure that YOU, the member,
have fun here at Wycik.
SAC MEETINGS
SAC holds meetings EVERY 1ST & 3RD
SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH. Agendas
for each meeting are posted by the
elevators on each floor. If you wish to get
on the agenda, call ext. 6006 and leave
your name, unit and phone number.
Someone from SAC will contact you and
give you all the necessary information
SAC AND ITS FACILITIES
Wycik has some GREAT facilities, and
members are welcome to use all of them!
BUT before you do, you MUST get a
NW photo ID Card and sign your lease.
The lease includes a general waiver form
for using the facilities. You can obtain
your photo ID when you move into the
building.
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FACILITY FUNDS
Every month $6.00 of your rent creates
our annual budget TO FUND facilities,
educational & social events and clubs &
committees.
Get the most of your $6.00
- GET INVOLVED!
WAN'MA
HELP?
We always need
people to helpl
Join one of the many
SAC positions.
It's a fun & easy way to
meet people
and get your MCP hours I :
POSITIONS ON SAC
Social Activity Committee
SAC Chair -Conducts meetings and is
the liaison between SAC and the Board of
Directors.
SAC Secretary -Takes the minutes at
the meetings and creates the agendas for
the meetings.
Administrator - Ensures that SAC
doesn't overspend its budget.
Communications Co-ordinator
- Informs you of what SAC is up to by
posting notices, phone messages etc.
Events Co-ordinator - Plans events
for you to enjoy with the help of the
Events Committee.
Facility Co-ordinator - Meets with
the Facility Managers once a month to
ensure that everything is
running well with our
fabulous facilities.
C.A. Liaison - SAC's link
between itself and your
friendly neighbourhood
Community Assistants.
General Positions
- (2 spots) - Members who
come to the SAC meetings,
give their valuable advice
and help out when they're
needed.
Facility Managers
All the SAC facilities here at Wycik are
managed by dedicated members. These
Facility Managers and Assistant Facility
Managers are responsible for keeping
their facility running, proViding orienta-
tions to members and meeting with the
Facility Co-ordinator once an month.
Events Committee
The FUN PEOPLE. This committee is
made up of 14 members responsible for
helping the Events Co-ordinator plan and
run events for the members.
LIKE THROWING PARTIES?
THEN THE EVENTS COMMITTEE IS
FOR YOUl
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SAC FUNDED FACILITIES
Games/Sports Equipment [b }
You can sign out a number of different
board games through the front desk. You
can also get baseball gear, volleyballs,
basketballs, tennis and badminton racquets.
Basketball Net - Back Alley [otn]
Available from 10 am. to 10 p.m. Members
must sign out at the front desk. Check with
the facility manager if you have any
questions.
TVNCRlDVD Carts [;b]
Members may use this for their common
areas or for holding a movie night in their
lounge. For this facility there is a three hour
time limit.
Weight Room - 2nd floor
McGill Wing [ib}
Fully equipped with a universal gym, free
weights, lifecycles, stairclimber and exercise
mats and a new elliptical cross trainer.
Sewing Room - 2nd Floor
McGill Wing [ib] [O}
This room offers industrial sewing
machines, serger machines, pattern drafting
tables, a judy and an iron.
Meeting Room - 2nd Floor
McGill Wing [ib)
Meeting tables, chairs, erasable board .. .
excellent place for studying and holding
club and committee meetings.
Steamer Room and AN Equipment
- Basement Level [ib) [0)
Located on the basement level, the steamer
room is available for parties and functions
for members. It is equipped with a
cassette/cd stereo system. a video projection
TV screen, a VCR and lighting system.
Photo Shop - Basement Level
[ib] [0] ..
Equipped for processing black and white
film, it has a film processing room, photo
mount machine and Jobo processor. Please
supply your own film & chemicals.
Woodshop - Basement Level
[ib) [0]
Tools and equipment to build anything your
imagination desires. Remember to clean up
after yourself.
Sauna - Basement Level [otn]
Located in the b a s e m e n ~ the sauna is
equipped with a change room and two
showers. Hours are posted on the door and
the code is 15-4.
Hanke Lounge - 22nd Floor
Located on the 22nd floor, the Hanke is
furnished with comfortable couches for
casual conversation. It features air-condition-
ing and an excellent view of Lake Ontario.
Door code is 1-2-5.
Computer Lab - 22nd Floor (otn]
The lab is located on the 22nd floor, with
access through the Hanke Lounge.
Six computers and a printer are available
for your use.
Barbeques - 5th and 23rd Floor
Roof Decks
Each roof deck has two gas powered
barbeques for your use.
Billiards Room - 22nd Floor[ib]
Sign out this popular facility at the front
desk and catch up with your pool and table
soccer skills. It has it's own darts and stereo.
TV Lounge - 22nd Floor
Just off of the laundry room, this facility
provides comfy couches and pay-tv
channels; a nice way to relax while doing
laundry.
LEGEND
[ib] Facility needs to be
signed out at the front
desk.
[0] Facility requires special
orientation from the
facility manager. Times
and dates are posted
throughout the building,
or you can call the SAC
voicemail at extension
6006 to request an
orientation.
NONSAC FACILITIES THAT ARE 'OPEN AREAS'
AVAILABLE TO ALL MEMBERS
Public Phones
Located on the lobby level and the
22nd floor.
Pop Machines
You'll find several machines throughout
the building: the Cafe Oobby level),
2nd, 4th, 5th, 9th, 15th, 18th, 20th
floors and in the Hanke Lounge on
the 22nd floor.
Roof Decks
Roof decks are located on the 4th
and 5th floors as well as the 23rd
floor. There is no alcohol or glass
permitted on the roof decks ever!
Keep in mind that these facilities
are monitored by security.
Photocopier
Located in the Cafeteria and its only
5 a copy.
Laundry Rooms
We have two laundry rooms, one is on
the 4th floor McGill wing with a door
code of 1-2-5, and the larger laundry
room is on the 22nd floor.
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nred of slow
Internet service?
Contact the 22nd floor office
for information
NEILL-WYCIK TELEPHONE SYSTEM (NWTEL)
Neill-Wycik installed a
building wide phone
system to provide a
LOWER COST service
to our members. Any
surpluses generated are
put back into the co-op for
future upgrades, rather than make Ma
Bell wealthy.
THE BENEFITS
For the same above service that we pro-
vide, Bell Canada charges over $35.00. In
addition, NWTEL has the added benefit
that if you move within the building there
is no added cost, we transfer your phone
for free. Bell charges a moving fee of
$55.00. Your phone can also be hooked up
within hours rather than days. We also
offer a very competitive long distance plan
with our chosen carrier.
More information will be forthcoming in
the move-in packages or when you move
into the building. Not only do you get
great rates, but the commission goes back
to our building!
LONG DISTANCE SERVICE
Our long distance provider is Sprint
Canada. The rates are 10 cents a minute,
anytime, anywhere in North America. To
find out what the international rates are
please call the customer service number
1-800-496-4401. Also, please inform the
customer service agent that your account
is part of the Neill-Wycik business account.
SIGNING UP AND SERVICE
To SIGN-UP you fill out the pre-registra-
tion form you received in your move-in
package or visit the staff at the Front
Desk.
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Peter Allen
[General Manager]
OUR TEAM!
With a great sense of humor
and fairness, Peter leads and
inspires the staff. He also works
closely with the Board of
Directors, to help 'make Wycik
the 1st place students want
to live:
Norinne Burgess
[Housing Co-ordinator]
Norinne is the magician who
rents the co-ops rooms. She also
maintains internal waiting lists
and handles housing inquires. If
you want the straight goods on
housing, ask Norinne.
Josh Cannon
[Security Supervisor]
Josh is a veteran to this posi-
tion. He esures the safety and
security of you, the members.
He is a whiz at the by-laws and
Simpsons trivia.
Kersti O'Hara
[Bookkeeper, Accounts
Payable and Receivable]
Kersti is trying her hand at
Bookeeping and Accounts
Payable and Receivable. She is
still fairly new at this position,
so go easy on her.
Carolyn Shim
[Housing Assistant
and Office Support]
Carolyn assists Norinne with all
housing inquiries, maintains
waiting lists (including internet
and parking) and deals with
members, both new and cur-
rent. She is the first welcoming
face in the office upstairs.
Larry Louisy
[Systems & Security
Manager]
Larry is the technological whiz
of the team. He has extensive
computer training to deal with
all of Wycik's Systems ... phone
and internet connections to
name a few. He also oversees
the security team, making him
our "s" man ... 'Systems and
Security:
Melissa Wilkes
[Finance & Administrative
Manager]
Truly a co-op guru, she has all
the connections to things done.
Melissa is our Accountant and
still has time to oversee the
team of Community Assistants.
Serving students"
travellers since
FULL-TIME MAINTENANCE STAFF
Chris Alivantov
[Maintenance Supervisor]
Chris oversees the mainte-
nance requirements of the
building. He also has a way
with our international
students and can speak
several languages including
French, Spanish, Bulgarian,
Macedonian, AND Italian!
Vladimir Badanjak
[ PaintiPlasterffiling
Specialist]
If you ever wonder who is
frantically painting your
u n i ~ Vlado is the man. He is
in charge of all the painting,
plastering and tiling and
anything else that needs to
be done. He can paint a
room in less time than it
takes the average member
to clean it - a real whirlwind!
Cecil Chapman
[Maintenance Worker]
Cecil is a Jack-of-all-trades.
This Mr. Fix-it always has a
smile on his face and can fix
anything!
Emma Davis
[Maintenance Worker]
Emma is the maintenance
girl extraordinaire! She
oversees the work hours for
members who wish to
participate in the member
contribution program
through maintenance tasks.
She also assigns penalty
hours for those who may
breach a by-law. A word to
the wise, stay on her good
side, rumor has it that she is
a pro wrestler!
Dan Hachey
[Plumber]
If your toilet is overflowing,
or another plumbing
concern arises, Dan is
always willing to come to
the rescue.
Fred
[Maintenance Worker]
Fred, Fred, he's our man, if
you can't fix i ~ I bet he can!
AND LET'S NOT FORGET ...
the oilier, part time, maintenance staff without
~ h o m the building could not function!
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A FEW REMINDERS ABOUT SECURITY
IN THE BUILDING:
Entering the
Building
During the school year, the
ENTRANCE DOORS ARE
LOCKED, please use your swipe card and don't
let anyone in who isn't a member. The security
staff will always ask you for your ID to make
sure they know who you are. All Guests MUST
sign in at the front desk,and must show valid
photo ID (ie student card or drivers license)
Lockouts
If you lock yourself out of your unit there is a
charge of $5.00 that must be paid immediately.
If you lose your key and are in a multi-unit you
will be asked to pay for the charge to replace
all locks in the multi-unit. This could cost up
to $100.00.
Guests
You are RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR GUESTS,
so make sure you know who you are letting
into your especially if you share a multi-
unit. You have the right to make a complaint
if your unitmate is allowing a friend to stay
overnight in your unit without your permission
and NO GUEST may stay more than
10 aggregate nights in a multi-unit.
Noise/Partying
Members have THE RIGHT TO QUIET
enjoyment of their environment. If a member
complains of excessive noise, security will
come up to address the issue with you.
Your co-operation is much appreciated.
FIRE ALARMS!!!!!!!!!
When a fire alarm sounds you should
immediately leave the building using the
designated fire stairwells located at each
end of your hallway. Security will
respond within the first 2-3 minutes of
the alarm and proceed with the
investigation process.
Important things for you to know
during a fire alarm:
Elevators do not work, use the stairs,
you are putting yourself in danger
while waiting.
Do not take time to gather belongings.
Make sure all windows and doors are
shut, even in the bathrooms!
Make sure all major appliances are off.
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Leaving something on the stove while
you are gone may result in new fire.
Listen to Security at all times. Security
will not hesitate, they have a specific
job to do and interfering with that puts
you and others in danger.
When out side of the building be sure
to stay clear of all doors so that fire
fighters can easily access the building.
Important fire prevention:
Keep all doorways clear.
All units use fire doors that prevent the
spread of fire. Propping them open
allows fire to access other areas and
spread easily.
Never leave and unsupervised
stove/ oven/microwave/hotplate.
For complete fire procedure
instructions please feel free to
contact your CA or a member of .
your Neill-Wycik Security Team. '
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Neill-Wycik's Community
Security consists of
approximately ten
Community Security
Representatives (CSRs).
The CSRs are extensively
trained Wycik members who provide front
desk and security services including
administering first aid and handling
emergency situations 24 hours a day.
The team is COMMUNITY MINDED in
its approach and they try to build close
ties with members to monitor the building
for potential safety and security problems.
When the CSR approaches you with any
requests or questions, they are trying to
ensure that the rights of all members are
being observed, so please assist them in
every way possible.
ACCESSIBILITY
Security is accessible 24 HOURS A DAY at
977-2322, or if you have a Neill-Wycik
phone, just press the "Security" button. If
you have an emergency, a complaint, or a
question, call anytime and the person on-
duty will be happy to assist you.
NOTE: FOR LIFE-THREATENING
SITUATIONS, PLEASE CALL 9-911
FIRST.
T.I.P.S
If you have noticed an incident and don't
wish to be identified, call TIPS extension
8477 to report anything unusual. We will
follow up.
SURVEILLANCE
Our staff monitor all entrances, parking
lot and roof deck areas through Closed
Circuit TV. They also monitor the
elevators, respond to fire alarms, noise,
harassment, vandalism and other security
issues. NOTE: Please read this manual for
a brief review of the by-laws as they will
be enforcing them.
REMEMBER ...
We are VERY lucky to have so many great
members who never cause any problems,
but there are always a few who decide to
push the limits. REMEMBER, ignorance
is not an excuse in the building, educate
yourself, talk to your Community Assistant
and if you didn't get to an orientation
session on the by-laws, get a copy of them
from your Community Assistant.
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WHAT CAN YOU GET AT THE FRONT DESK?
THE: FOLLOWING SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE
AT THE FRONT DESK:
Maintenance Assistance
H you need something done to your
unit, tell the desk staff who will enter in
a maintenance request on the database
for you.
Lockouts
H you are locked out of your unit, we
can open the door for you but there is a
$5.00 charge (this is to try to get
members to remember their keys).
Fax Service
(416) 204-6712 you can receive faxes
and send faxes. (Note: There is a
charge).
Photocopying
Located in the cafeteria - only 5 cents
a copy!
Message Centre For AlI.
AdminJStaff/Clubsl
CommitteeslBoard
Feel free to leave messages here for
pick up for ANY of these people.
Change
Need change .. for laundry? ... photo-
copies? Whatever the need, we've got
change.
Mail and Parcel Pick-up
Mailboxes are past the elevators but if
you receive a large parcel you will get' a
notice and can pick it up right here.
Cleaning Supplies
H you need new cleansers, light bulbs 'or
just need a vacuum, make a trip to the
front desk and sign it out Its as easy as
thal
Facilities
Any SAC facility, games or sports
equipment can be signed out here.
SAC InformationlEvents Updates
Get information here or sign up for
events.
ndelBounce
You've run out of soap or forgotten your
fabric softener - single use boxes
available: $1.00 each.
WE HAVE ADOPTED YOUR PARENT'S RULES:
Clean your room
If you make a mess,
clean it up!
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That's the jist of what you
have to remember while
- ~ you live here.
If you live in a shared unit,
you have to EQUALLY
SHARE the responsibility of keeping your
unit clean and damage free. If you fail to
do so, we have to charge you, which we
really don't like to do. There are two
annual inspections performed every term
in the multi-units to make sure you are
keeping your unit clean.
WARNING! The average cost to clean
a unit is $325.00 by a contract cleaning
company and we have charged members
in the past. This is shared EQUALLY
amongst all members, unless you report
in writing to your Community Assistant
that your unitmates refuse to share the
cleaning.
NEED SUPPLIES?
WE ENCOURAGE a clean building so we
supply everything you need! You can get
garbage bags, cleansers, light bulbs,
rubber gloves, vacuums and putty at the
front desk. What could be easier?
MOVE-IN INSPECTION
FORM
As a member, you are responsible for
filling in your MOVE-IN INSPECTION
FORM. Please complete it within 15 days
after move-in. This form may be your
only recourse in any damage deposit
dispute. Hand it into the front desk.
Upon move-out, you will also be required
to fill in a MOVE-OUT INSPECTION
FORM. Once the form is filled out, please
hand it into the front desk. Maintenance
will arrange to inspect your unit.
If there are any discrepancies between the
move-in and move-out forms, you will be
charged according to the damage.
KEYS
If your keys are NOT RETURNED at
move-out you will be charged $10.00.
LOST KEYS to a multi-unit may cost more
as we will have to charge for changing all
the locks in the unit. LOST ACCESS cards
cost $20.00 to be replaced and can be
replaced in the office on the 22nd floor.
PLEASE NOTE THAT
ONLY USE putty supplied by maintenance
to put up posters, tape will remove paint
DO NOT DRILL HOLES for additional
shelving, and do not paint your unit - put
in a requestto do so and maintenance will
assist you.
AND remember there IS NO STORAGE
SPACE In Neill-Wycik, so you cannot bring
your own furniture for multi-units.
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One of the unique things
about Wycik is that we
convert approximately
half our units
into a hotel
every summer!
Yep - a regular hotel with
visitors from all OVER THE
WORLD. Many students leave
Wycik in the summer when
school is over which leaves
us a partially empty
building. What could have
resulted in an enormous
financial problem for Wycik
(we still have to pay our
mortgage, our utilities, property taxes
and other operating costs) we instead
operate a profitable summer hotel.
Employment Opportunities
The hotel has also benefited members by
providing SUMMER EMPLOYMENT to
over 35 people in housekeeping, front
desk and the cafeteria. During May and
June, when we have hotel vacancies, we
are able to patch and fix up the
units that may have experienced damage
through the school year thus limiting
disruption to members.
The Word is Getting Out!
The hotel has grown and become more
well-known throughout the world. WE
ARE PUBLISHED in the famous "Let's
Go" guides, Trip Travel Guides,
Frommer's, Fodor's and the CAA hand-
books, Tourism Toronto maps, brochures,
and many more. This advertising has
increased the public's knowledge of
Neill-Wycik and has often been the reason
we have attracted new members to
Neill-Wycik during the school year.
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students &
since 1970
HOTEL STATISTICS:
Over 25,000 visitors a year.
Almost 100% occupancy in late
July and August
The hotel does contribute to Wycik's .
budget every year.
Our hotel web-site attracts over
thousands of on-line visitors from all
over the world.
We have been given the distinction of
being tlte 'best hotel value in Toronto'
from the famous Fodor's Guide:
NEILL-WYCIK HAS A BURSARY PROGRAM!
THE NEILL-WYCIK BURSARY is an
award based on financial need, without
undue emphasis on a student's academic
standing. There will be two bursaries of
$500.00 each per school year available to
members in financial need. One of the
bursaries will be given in the fall, and the
remaining one will be given out in the
winter.
SOURCE OF BURSARY
FUNDS
Money for the Bursary Program has been
generously donated from the Board of
Director's budget.
DISBURSEMENT
Watch for signs showing when you can
apply for the bursary. There are two
application periods, one in the fall and the
bursary is awarded at the end of
November, or early December. The other
bursary is in the winter semester and will
be awarded sometime in March.
ELIGIBILITY
TO BE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY for a Neill-
Wycik Bursary, you must be a member in
good standing and you must have lived at
Neill-Wycik for a minimum of 4 months at
the time of application. Returning
members who lived here for a minimum
of four months last school year are also
eligible. You must be an undergraduate or
teacher's college student who is currently
enrolled in at least 51 % of a full course
load, and you must have a minimum
cumulative GPA of 2.0.
Because graduate students can pursue
alternate sources of funding, the Bursary
will not be open for them. The major con-
sideration of the Bursary Committee will
be financial need, but your contributions
to the Neill-Wycik community over and
above minimal Member Contribution
Program requirements will also be an
important factor.
For more information on the Neill-
Wycik. Bursary program, please feel
free to inquire in the Co-op Office on
the 22nd floor.
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B UNIT
2 Bedroom
Gerrard Wing Unit
[unfurnished - 72 available]
BEDROOM BEDROOM
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A UNIT
1 Bedroom Gerrard Wing
Apartment
[unfurnished - 40 available]
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students &
since 1970
TWO-PERSON UNITS AND
APARTMENTS
How Do I Apply for a 'B' Unit?
These units do become available occasional-
ly. If one comes up, the Housing Coordinator
will post them on the Laundry Room door
on the 22nd floor and down in the lobby by
the elevators. Because there are only two
people in a B n i ~ the person who is
remaining in the other half is allowed to
interview people for their next potential
roommate. The Housing Coordinator will
give you the phone number and details on
how to set this up with that person.
REMEMBER, only members in good
standing are allowed to move to another
unit in the building.
How Do I Apply For An Apartment ' ~
Unit or Bachelor 'K' Unit?
Put your name on the waiting list. These do
not come up that often and are allocated
based on first come, first served, AND
couples in the building get priority. The wait
list is in the office upstairs. AGAIN, only
members in good standing are allowed to
apply for these units.
K UNIT
McGill Wing Bachelor
Apartment
[unfurnished - 8 available]
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MULTI-UNITS BLUEPRINTS
Pictured on these two pages are layouts of the many different Unit styles in Neill-Wycik.
If you are interested in moving from your present u n i ~ drop by the office and speak
with the Housing Co-ordinator. The availability of each Unit varies from month to
month.
c/o UNIT
5 or6 person
Gerrard Wing
[furnished]
H/J UNIT
5 or 6 person
McGill Wing
[furnished]
E UNIT
5 or6 person
Gerrard Wing
[furnished]
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NWSECURITY
Hassle Free Clinic
Neill-Wycik Security
556 Church St. - Church & Wellesley. HIV
Testing, S.lD., Pregnancy Testing.
977-2322 or press security button on
Men - 922-0603 Women - 922-0566
NW phone.
Neill-Wycik Walk Home
Gamblers Anonymous
Committee
366-7613
977-2322 - Hours 7 pm -1 am
PHARMACIES
EMERGENCY
Shoppers Drug Mart
Police/Ambulance/Fire
Yonge and Carlton - 465 Yonge St. -
Open till midnight - 408-4000
911 or 9-911 on NW phone.
Please call here first if it is a Gerrard & Bay - 700 Bay St. - Open 24
life-threatening emergency! hours - 979-2424
Assaulted Women's Helpline Pharma Plus
863-0511 Church & Wellesley - 63 Wellesley St. E.
Distress Centre
- Open till midnight - 924-7769
408-4357
TRANSPORTATION
Suicide Prevention
ITC Toronto Transit
408-4357
Commission
Poison Information Centre Closest subway stops:
813-5900 College and Dundas Stations
MEDICAUDENTAL
393-INFO - www.ttc.ca
Via Rail/GO Train
Toronto General Hospital Union Station: Front and Bay Sts.
Gerrard St. West and University Via: 366-8411
340-4611 GO Train: 869-3200
Women's College Hospital Toronto Coach Terminal
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Grenville and Bay Bay and Dundas Street West
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966-7111 393-7911 (bus terminal)
Canhealth Medical Clinic Toronto Island Ferries
In Atrium on Bay at Yonge & Edward, just 392-8193
south of Dundas.
Hours? - Call and find out - they vary!!
Taxi
Beck: 751-5551/449-6911
Dr. A.P. Kacinik & Associates Diamond: 366-6868
600 Sherbourne St. , Suite 401 , Sherbourne Crown: 750-7878
Subway - 20% student discount - 922-1161
Travel Cuts
Dental Clinic
74 Gerrard St. E. - 977-0441
U ofT -101 Elm St. , just East of
University Ave - 979-4927
BANK MACHINES
HEALTH & COUNSELLING
CIBC Machine
Beckers downstairs & at
Addiction Research Foundation Church and Carlton.
595-6000
Royal Bank Machine
Credit Counselling of Toronto On Yonge St., just north of College,
228-3328 by McDonalds
AIDS Committee of Toronto Scotia Bank Machine
340-2437 Yonge & College
Alcoholics Anonymous Toronto Dominion Machine
487-5591 Carlton St. across from Maple Leaf
Alanon
Gardens
For friends or family of alcoholics -
Corner of Church & Wellesley
410-3809 Bank of Montreal
Bay Centre for Birth Control
in the Dominion store one block south
790 Bay St., 8th Floor, S.w. corner of
on Mutual
Bay & College - 351-3700 Metro Credit Union
in Jorgensen Hall, Ryerson Campus
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SUPERMARKETS
Dominion
Just one block south on Mutual Street -
862-7171
Loblaws
Queen's Quay Market
Jarvis and Lakeshore Blvd.
304-0611
No Frills
Parliament Street 1 block north of
Gerrard
Farmer's Market
St. Lawrence Market, Jarvis & Front St.
- Regular marketTues., Wed., Thurs.
8am-
6pm 1 Fri. 8am-7pm - Farmer's Market
Sat. 5am-5pm - 392-7219
BOOKSTORES
World's Biggest Bookstore
1 block north of Dundas on Edward St. -
977-7009
Indigo
Eaton Centre, inside upper level - 591-
3622
Parent Books
201 Harbord St., 2 blocks south of Bloor
off Bathurst - 537-8334
CHEAP STUFF
Goodwill
Buy The Pound, Jarvis & Adelaide -
366-2083
306 Gerrard St. E., 1 block E. of
Parliament - 921-3396
Honest Ed's
Good selection, everything's under one
roof, lot's of fun, Bathurst & Bloor, go to
Bathurst station - 537-1574
POST OFFICE
In the Atrium on Bay (Yonge & Dundas),
just off Edward st.
In College Park, close to Bay & College
entrance, upper level.
TOUGH TIMES
Daily Bread Food Bank
Bathurst & Lakeshore. Call to find out
hours. Very nice people, helpful. 203-
0050
St. Peter's Anglican Church
Food Bank
Sherbourne & Carlton. Limited hours,
mid-day, call first. 929-7572
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