It is common for post-secondary schools to provide a list of must-have items to bring with you for your first year. These are commonly things like household items, clothing, knick-knacks, etc. Below we provide a list of items not commonly suggested, but can positively ease your anxiety and relieve stress.

• Vitamins, supplements or medications you have been prescribed to take
• Your favourite essential oils, roll-ons and diffuser
• Yoga mat
• Ear plugs and eye mask
• Your favourite teas and mug
• Non-toxic cleaners, dusters and dust pans to keep your room clean and organized
• Duffle bag you can use for weekend trips home or to take to the gym
• Pictures or mementos from home (tip: bring picture hangers/hooks that don’t damage your walls to avoid fines at the end of the year
• Favourite blanket, stuffed animal and/or pillow
• Doorstop so you can keep your bedroom door open when you want to be social
• Large calendar or whiteboard calendar to keep organized
• Notebooks – for both your classes and for personal journaling
• Colouring or activity books
• Your favourite healthy snacks to keep in your room
• Any or all of the following to improve the air quality in your room: 
• Himalayan Salt Lamp 
• Flowers such as Snake Plants, Aloe Vera, Succulents and Orchids
• Beeswax candles