About Us
Queer Housing was launched in 2019 with a small number of apartments in College Quarter. Since then, QH has expanded every year, with approximately 45 spaces open for queer identifying students. In addition to the dedicated units, residents in QH will have access to dedicated RAs (who have been intentionally chosen for this community), and these RAs will be around to provide support and be a listening ear for these residents. Furthermore, there are dedicated professional team members who will be meeting with QH residents throughout the year, hosting office hours and various programming.
In October 2024, thanks to a generous gift from Herb and Tony, we were able to re-launch the QH lounge. This lounge is in Voyageur Place, and any queer identifying resident can access this lounge. With a queer library, games, study spaces, a TV, comfy furniture, and more, this lounge is a great location for residents to hangout, meet others and access supports.
How do I Apply to Queer Housing?
First, you will need to submit a Residence Application and pay the $75.00 application fee. On the application, there is a box that asks you to check it if you are interested in living in QH. If you are, check this box and then you will be added to the list that the professional teams utilize to contact individuals who have indicated their interest in QH. Applications will only be accepted until APRIL 15th for Queer Housing.
Due to the limited spaces available in QH, any application received after April 15th will be placed on the waitlist and then added to the general residence room selection process should there not be a unit available.
For individuals who submit their application prior to April 15th, one of our professional team members will be reaching out to gather your preferences for your roommates and other important information. These preferences will be due April 25th, as they will be used to place you with other individuals in QH. If you do not submit your preferences by April 25th, you will be moved to the general residence room selection process.
Please ensure that you are checking the email you used on the residence applicaiton or that you provided to us to ensure that you are receiving these updates.
As a reminder, there are limited spaces in QH, so submit your application ASAP, as it will be first come, first serve.
FAQs about Queer Housing
A: We never advertise the specific location of the QH units other than their general building. If students experience discrimination or harassment, our dedicated professional team is available to provide support and safety options.
Additionally, the QH lounge is only accessible by specific keys, and these are only provided to residents in QH.
A: Residents can send an email to studentlife@usask.ca explaining that they’d like to be able to access the lounge. You will then meet with one of our professional team members to discuss the rules and expectations of the lounge and understand the safety aspects of the lounge. You will then be provided with a key to the lounge, with the expectation that you will return it at the end of the year.
Additional Queer Supports and Resources
OUTSaskatoon
Website: https://www.outsaskatoon.ca/
Phone: 306-665-1224
Address: 213 Ave C South, Saskatoon
USSU Pride Centre
Website: https://ussu.ca/main-page/centres/pride-centre/Phone: 306-966-6615
Address: 104 Memorial Union Building, U of S campus, Saskatoon