Meal Plans and Eating on Campus
Laurentian University's Food Services, operated by Chartwells, offers students, faculty, and staff a wide range of delicious and nutritious options.
Places to eat on campus
To learn more about food location hours and menus, visit the DineOnCampus website.
The Great Hall
All items are prepared right before your eyes, fresh daily, including pizzas, pastas, grilled entrées, rotisserie chicken, deli sandwiches, stir-fry creations, premium desserts and an array of fresh vegetables from our produce market.
This all-you-care-to-enjoy marché-style location allows students to pay one low price and eat as much as they would like, giving them the best value.
Located in the R.D. Parker Building.
Subway
Get your favourite soup, salad, or sub!
Located in the R.D. Parker Building across from the Great Hall.
Tim Horton’s
Grab a coffee, snack, or meal at our full-service Tim Horton’s.
Located on the first floor of the Arts Building.
Meal Plan Options
Whether you’re living in residence or off campus, we offer several meal plans to choose from that are sure to quell your hunger.
Notes:
- The meal plan fees listed below are for the 2024-5 academic year (based on an eight-month occupancy period in residence from September through April).
- Meal plans are not offered for the Summer term (May-August).
- Fees are subject to change.
Meal Plans For Students In Residence
Meal plans for students living in residence include a specified number of meals at the Great Hall, plus Flex Dollars that can be used at any other food locations on campus where your meal plan is accepted.
If you are a student living in residence, you may be required to purchase a meal plan. You must purchase a meal plan if:
- You are living in Single Student Residence, University College, West Residence, or East Residence
- You are a first-year student at Huntington Residence
You do not need to purchase a meal plan if you live in the Mature Student Residence.
| Meal Plan | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimate | This plan offers maximum flexibility for dining at Laurentian. With the Ultimate Plan, you enjoy up to 550 meals to the Dining Room during regular hours of operation. Eat breakfast, lunch, dinner; drop in for coffee and muffins, or afternoon snacks. Includes $200 tax-free Flex Dollars, plus 5 guest passes. | $5,845.00 (tax exempt) Includes $200 Flex Dollars |
| Commuter | With the Commuter Plan, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner up to 320 times. Plan-holders may enter the Dining Room once during any meal period. Includes $400 tax-free Flex Dollars. | $5,098.47 (tax exempt) Includes $400 Flex Dollars |
| Light Eater | With the Light Eater Plan, you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner up to 225 times. Plan-holders may enter the Dining Room once during any meal period. Includes $650 Flex Dollars. | $4,433.00 + (INCLUDES TAX) Includes $650 Flex Dollars |
Optional meal plans
If you are a student living in the Mature Student Residence, Huntington Residence, or live off campus, you can purchase a voluntary meal plan. Voluntary meal plans include a specified number of all-inclusive meals at the Great Hall.
Plan-holders may enter the Great Hall once during any meal period.
| Meal Plan | Cost |
|---|---|
| Block of 150 meals | $2,471.00 + tax |
| Block of 75 meals | $1,280.00 + tax |
| Block of 35 meals | $607.00 + tax |
Purchase a Meal Plan
Residence Meal Plan
If you plan to live in a residence building that requires a meal plan, you will select your dining plan during the residence application process. It will automatically be billed and set up for your account.
Optional Meal Plan
To purchase a voluntary meal plan, log in to the myLaurentian Portal. In the menu on the left, click "Shop" and then select "Meal".
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of a meal plan?
Dining plans provide cost savings on each one of your meals, fast and convenient service at the cash, a greater and fresher food variety through bulk purchase, and guaranteed meal output. In addition, marché-style dining at the Great Hall guarantees you will leave satisfied with its all-you-wish-to-eat service approach.
How do I use my OneCard to pay for meals?
Great Hall
At the Great Hall, provide your OneCard to the cashier and they will swipe it. If you purchased a meal plan, each swipe will count as a meal purchased.
If you loaded Flex Dollars onto your OneCard instead of purchasing a meal plan, the cost of your meal will be deducted from the balance on your card.
Other locations on campus
When you make a purchase at other food locations on campus, whether you purchased a meal plan or loaded Flex Dollars onto your OneCard, the cost of your meal will be deducted from the balance on your card.
How long does my meal plan last? Does it expire?
If you live in residence and purchased a mandatory meal plan, your meal plan is valid for the current academic year, beginning the first week of September until the end of April.
If you purchased an optional meal plan and you live off-campus or in a residence that does not require a meal plan, your meal plan does expire and will be honoured to the extent of the purchase agreement.
What are Flex Dollars?
Flex Dollars are dollars you load onto your OneCard that can be used to purchase meals at any Chartwells service location on campus.
When you purchase a residence meal plan, you will automatically have Flex Dollars loaded on your OneCard. With every purchase, the total price is subtracted from the balance on the card until depleted.
Where can I use Flex Dollars?
You can use Flex Dollars at any Chartwells service location on campus, including the Cravings convenience store, Tim Hortons, and Subway.
How can I change my meal plan?
If you need to make changes or have questions, you can visit the Housing and Food Services office in West Residence, W-120.
Contact Us
Housing and Food Services Office
West Residence, Room W-120
935 Ramsey Lake Road. Sudbury, ON P3E 2C6