the strathcona on York Street just south of Wellington here in Toronto is really cheap. Try to check it out.
The US embasy is just off of Simcoe street and is under a 10 minute cab ride from there.
Im sure if u need people to party with we will be around!
If your bro comes make sure he has a 19+ id or he cant get into anywhere.

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Rent a room @ University of Toronto, it could be $20 a night for 2 beds (I remember McGill was that much last summer, so I'm just guessing it would be similar) and U of T is just a 5 min walk from the embassy.
BTW for visa authorization, you need only 1 day if you have a set appointment prior to your visit here, just so you know.

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brunette, thats an awsome idea, ill definitly look into that!
about the 1 day thing, its not so easy. what they told me over the phone is different. my apointment is at 9am on may 15th however i need a bank signature showing i paid the fees and they said the bank doesnt open till 9am meaning i have to come a day early for that. and since who knows how planes work i have to arrive a day before that (to make sure i dont arrive after its already closed) also i only get my visa the following day after the appointment in most cases. lastly in terms of plane tickets its MUCH cheaper to stay for a week.

does guv have a 19 y/o age limit? if so i think ill have to ask my brother to stay behind it'll be Izzy vs. Toronto, i heard vegas put it at half a point favor for toronto, although i smell the underdog will pull an upset

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GUV is 19 and over! sorry dude.. hope you still make it, we've got a great party scene here.

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hehe ok so ill tell my brother he shouldnt bother... im coming either way! i wont have that age problem.
still is there anybody out there that wants to show a tourist his hometown let me know...

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dude this might sound lame but you can find all the map info on here www.mapquest.com
just type in the address and that's it! I hope this helps somehow.

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You might want to check this place out too.
It's the Ryerson University residence right downtown and I believe not that far from the US Embassy (as in a couple of blocks!)


NEILL-WYCIK COLLEGE RESIDENCE
96 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, ON, M5B 1G7
Phone: (416) 977-2320 or 1-800-268-4358
Fax: (416) 977-2809
http://www.neill-wycik.com
E-mail: [email protected]

Just some info I found at the website (looks like you're in luck!)

quote:

Neill-Wycik College Hotel is open each year from early May to late August. During these months we welcome groups and individuals from all corners of the world. Recently renovated, we offer outstanding value for the budget conscious traveller. Our Ammenties include: In-room telephones Breakfast Café Laundry & Kitchen facilities Daily housekeeping 24 Front Desk service Concierge Service --------------------------------- Rates: (per night) Canadian Funds American Funds* Single $30.36 $21.69 Weekly and Special Group rates are available. Please call or eMail your special request.

I'd check this place out first. I spent a whole summer coop there (3 months) and it was alright; no problems.
And being close to the embassy is a bonus too. Not to mention being right downtown Toronto!!

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