Free Store
The Free Store will be open once per week throughout the academic year.
By giving items a second life, we are
disrupting throwaway culture and contributing to the circular economy
reducing carbon emissions associated with the production and transportation of new goods
saving resources, including raw materials, water and energy
In addition to the environmental benefits, the Free Store also provides students equitable access to get the things that they need.
At the first pop-up Free Store held over two weeks during Orientation Week 2022:
4,717
items
were rehomed
2,489
students visited
the Free Store
3,276 lbs of items were diverted
from landfill
99% of students
who attended said that they would be very interested in having the
Free Store run throughout the year
Free Store donations
If the item is deemed dirty, broken, damaged, or too large, it will not be accepted. Access a list of items the Free Store does not accept as donations and alternate organizations that will accept your donation or eco-conscious disposal methods.
How to donate
Donations can be dropped off in the donation bin on the 8th floor of the Victoria Building (VIC) at 285 Victoria Street. If you would like to donate large or fragile items, please contact sustainability@torontomu.ca to coordinate a date/time for the drop-off.
Accepted Items:
- Office supplies and small furniture
- Home goods
- Bathroom goods
- Kitchen items
- Small appliances
- Electronics
- Board games
- Clothing
Not Accepted Items:
- Safety equipment (e.g bike helmets)
- Items for children (e.g cribs, car seats, toys)
- Mattresses
- Opened or used cosmetic items
- Undergarments
If the item is deemed dirty, broken, damaged, or too large, it will not be accepted. Access a list of items the Free Store does not accept as donations and alternate organizations that will accept your donation or eco-conscious disposal methods.