DISCOUNTS & DEALS
The following discount listing has been compiled by the Campus Life department. The local businesses and services listed below are not necessarily endorsed by OCAD University. The information is provided as a resource only. You must show valid student/staff ID at each location. Information is subject to change. Some discounts are for students only while others are also available for faculty, staff and alumni.
Submissions, corrections or comments are welcome and should be directed to Brent Everett James, Campus Life Coordinator
Special Offers
<30CAP Community
Are you a theatre lover under the age of 30? Dancap's 30CAP Community unites theatre-goers, fans and those interested in working within the industry through a free sign-up program. No need to wait in long lines for day-of tickets anymore; find out how you can enjoy the benefits of $35 tickets, including all service charges and tax. Tickets can also be purchased online in advance of performances.
- Tickets only $35
- Free to join
- Weekly advanced rush deals!
- E-newsletters with behind-the-scenes info and videos
- Invitations to exclusive post-show events
- Connect with theatre lovers
For more information, visit DancapTickets.com and enter the promo code '30CAP' or telephone 416-644-3665/1-866-950-7469.
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
The AGO offers OCAD U students FREE general admission upon presentation of valid OCAD U student ID. The AGO also offers free general admission to the general public on Wednesdays after 6:00 p.m.
Art Gallery of Ontario is located at 317 Dundas St. West, adjacent to OCAD U.
Canadian Opera Company
Under 30? The COC's Opera for a New Age (OFNA) Program offers $22 tickets to all seven of their main-stage presentations from September to May. Performing at the spectacular Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts (Queen/University), the 2011/2012 season features productions of Tosca, Rigoletto, The Tales of Hoffmann, Semele, Love from Afar, Iphigenia in Tauris and a comic double bill of A Florentine Tragedy with Gianni Schicchi. Visit the COC site for more details or to order tickets.
Cavalia's ODYSSEO
Cavalia marries the equestrian arts, stage arts and high-tech theatrical effects at never-before-seen levels. A veritable revolution in live performance, Odysseo comprises a list of superlatives: the world’s largest touring big top, the biggest stage, the most beautiful visual effects, and the greatest number of horses at liberty. Odysseo gambles and wins, delivering a spectacle with soul and pushing the limits of live entertainment and sending hearts racing.
Students, faculty, staff and alumni can save up to 32% off a full price ticket (quote "OCAD U" as discount code). Share the experience, share the savings... invite friends, family and colleagues to join you for this spectacular event!
May 15 to June 3, 2012
324 Cherry Street (port lands)
Toronto, Ontario
Click here for printable calendar and prices
Call The Group Tix Company
647-438-5559 or Toll Free 1-866-447-7849
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Chiropody Clinic (free footcare)
Standing a lot? Walking a lot? How are the tootsies?
The Michener Chiropody Program announces the opening of a free Chiropody Clinic located on the 3rd floor of the CAE/Michener Centre for the Advancement of Simulation and Education (222 St. Patrick Street). The site will be a clinical education site where Michener students will provide care to regional clients. Everyone is welcome and a doctor referral is NOT necessary.
The clinic's hours of operation are Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Visit them online for more details.
Dancap Productions
Just in time for the 2011 show lineup, Dancap's corporate savings program for students, faculty, staff and alumni continues! Purchase individual tickets at group rates or take advantage of the new group rates for 8 or more people. Visit www.DancapTickets.com. Promo code is "PERKS".
filmbinder.com
Filmbinder helps filmmakers and distributors rent out their films online. With filmbinder you get your own website to promote your film, together with an integrated pay-per-view solution. If you have a website already, you can use filmbinder as a pay-per-view checkout tool to offer video on demand to your audience. We also list your films in our film catalog to bring you additional traffic. We offer encoding services too: just mail us a DVD - and we'll handle the rest. Our customer support assists you in all steps to get your films online.
We know how difficult it is for students to sell their films. This is why we created filmbinder.com — a film store where students can sell their films as well as fund-raise for upcoming projects.
OCAD University students qualify for a 25% discount off the monthly subscription. Enter the code STUDENT25 during sign up.
Fuse Magazine
Fuse Magazine is one of Canada's foremost critical periodicals that considers the relationship between art, culture, politics and economics. With a focus on visual and media art, and the diverse communities that make up the contemporary Canadian art world, each issue contains a vibrant mix of opinion, commentary, cultural analysis, interviews and critical reviews of art exhibitions and books.
Students qualify to get half off the regular cover price: $15 for one year
(four issues). To subscribe, call 416-340-8026.
Group Tix Company
The Group Tix Company is an independent agency offering ticket purchasers easy access to discounts and cost-savings.
Students, faculty, staff and alumni can enjoy personalized customer service, discounts up to 25% off regular ticket prices and pay only a nominal processing fee for a variety of theatre, happenings and events around Toronto: most notably the 2012/2013 Sony Centre line-up coming soon; Cirque du Soleil 2012 Amaluna; plus many other interesting and innovative events and shows like Tao Drummers; Art Garfunkel; Lost in Yonkers; Show Choir Canada; Riverdance; and more!
Current offerings are all listed on the following discount page: www.thegrouptixcompany.com/Discount_Page.htm.
To order, telephone 647-438-5559 or 1-866-447-7849 toll free, and identify yourself by: OCAD U.
Harbourfront Centre World Stage
World Stage is Harbourfront Centre's contemporary performance series, running February to May 2012. This year, World Stage welcomes companies from Brazil, France, England, the U.S. and Canada to Toronto.
Be a part of the World with this GREAT student discount deal: any show for just $15 each (regular $35 to $45).
Harbourfront Centre World Stage
235 Queens Quay West
416-973-4600
hipTIX
For only $5 bucks with a valid student ID you can see Dance! Theatre! Comedy! or Opera! Go to www.totix.ca anytime for more info! Buy tickets online or in person at Yonge-Dundas Square, Tuesday to Saturday, 12 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Leonardo:
International Society for the Arts, Sciences and Technology (ISAST)
The Leonardo Affiliate Membership Program is a thriving community that includes many of the major university programs and labs working at the intersection of art, science and technology.
With over 40 years of experience, Leonardo/ISAST is the leading resource for documenting and promoting cutting-edge research, innovation, and collaboration in the field of professional interdisciplinary art practice. With two print journals and a book series published by the MIT Press, an on-line web journal and panels at all the major international art/sci/tech conferences including CAA, ISEA and ACM-Siggraph, Leonardo’s leadership in this field is unrivaled.
OCAD University’s participation in the program provides students, faculty and staff with a variety of benefits including access to free articles published in Leonardo and Leonardo Music Journal, discounts on subscriptions and books and more. To redeem your benefits, download the Leonardo Affiliate Membership Student Benefits Flier (PDF).
Ontario Science Centre (OSC):
Preferred Partner Program: MAY
Circus: The Exhibition! Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Live! To the Arctic! OSC Summer Day Camp!
OCAD U students, faculty, staff and alumni are entitled to reduced general admission prices with OCAD U/OSC preferred partner packages. Save up to 20% when you choose from an array of discounted ticketing options.
For more information and attraction details, download the May Preferred Partner Brochure (PDF). Printed brochures are also available in the Student Centre, 51 McCaul Street.
To take advantage of this offer, OCAD U students, staff and faculty can simply call 416-696-1000 or 1-888-696-1110 and quote "OCAD University" with code 127079. As an added bonus, the telephone transaction fee is waived for Preferred Partners.
Membership Pricing
OSC also offers special membership pricing for Preferred Partners; save 15% on Family Membership ($102 instead of $120)!
Top Benefits of Membership:
- FREE admission to the Ontario Science Centre for one year
- FREE admission to upcoming special exhibitions
- 50% off regularly scheduled IMAX films
- 50% off parking
Use promotion code MBPPPP05 in the Membership section. Cannot be combined with other offers.
For hours, location, direction or more details, visit www.ontariosciencecentre.ca
Photobook Canada
Photobook Canada is the nation’s fastest growing organization specializing in personalized premium quality photo books. Students, faculty, staff and alumni: you can now create your very own personal portfolio books to show off your work in a professional and modern way. Completely design your book with your own images and graphics work from OCAD U.
Visit Photobook Canada and take advantage of a 50% discount by using the promo code: OCAD50
Studentsaver
Oick up your free Studentsaver card and Discount Guidebook at the Student Centre, 51 McCaul Street. For information about Studentsaver, visit www.studentsaver.ca.
Textile Museum of Canada (TMC)
Admission is FREE for OCAD U students, faculty and staff upon presentation of valid OCAD U identification!
The Textile Museum of Canada is one of Toronto's most engaging visual arts organizations. With more than 12,000 objects from more than 200 countries and regions, the TMC's permanent collection celebrates cultural diversity and includes traditional fabrics, garments, carpets and related artifacts such as beadwork and basketry. The museum offers a broad variety of exhibitions, including themed shows based on our permanent collection and contemporary exhibitions of the work of Canadian and international artists.
Very close to OCAD U, the TMC is located 55 Centre Avenue. For more information, visit www.textilemuseum.ca
tsoundcheck
tsoundcheck is an easy way to buy inexpensive concert tickets to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO). It lets young people take in some live classical music without spending a bundle.
You don't even have to be a student. If you're between the ages of 15 and 35, you're eligible for tsoundcheck. And tsoundcheck tickets for TSO concerts are only $12 !
For more information, visit www.tsoundcheck.com .
Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club
Special offer for OCAD University students! Enjoy a great night out at Yuk Yuk's for 85% off the regular admission price (any location across Canada). Tickets are $6.90 for two people (regularly $40) and are valid any Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Sunday shows (Saturday shows April through October). You have over a year to use your tickets. Reservations are required.
To take advantage of this offer, simply contact Core Entertainment Group Inc. at 416-922-2673. Be sure to mention you are an OCAD U student to get this price!
Zipcar
Zipcar car sharing service is now offering a reduced membership for OCAD U students, staff and faculty.
The annual membership fee is only $25 (regularly $85!) No deposit is required and there's no monthly commitment. Hourly and/or daily fees will apply and INCLUDE gasoline and insurance. Apply online with your OCAD U email address and be 21 years or older to be eligible for this offer.
Members also have access to Zipcar's network of more than 3,500 vehicles throughout Toronto, and 50 other cities in the UK and North America. All the cars are new, maintained and cleaned regularly with 24/7 roadside assistance. For information or to apply online, visit: www.zipcar.com/ocad
Discounts
Show your student ID at the following places for a discount:
Art Supplies:
Aboveground Art Supplies
74 McCaul Street
Tel: 416-591-1601
www.abovegroundartsupplies.com
- 10% discount on regular and sale-priced supplies
Curry's Art Stores
573 Queen St. West
Tel: 416-260-2633
283 Dundas St. West
Tel: 416-585-9292
490 Yonge Street
Tel: 416-967-6666
www.currys.com
- 10% discount on regular items
DeSerres (formerly Loomis Art Store)
130 Spadina Avenue
Tel: 416-703-4748
www.deserres.ca
- 10% discount off regular-priced items with student ID
- Sign up for a free Campus Club card for discount plus $10 off after every $100 spent
Gwartzman’s Art Supplies
448 Spadina Avenue
Tel: 416-922-5429
www.gwartzmans.com
- 10% discount
Woolfitt’s Art Enterprise
1153 Queen St. West
Tel: 416-536-7878
www.woolfits.com
Bikes:
For more bicycle information, visit the Toronto Bicycling Network and Community Bicycle Network .
Bicycles at St. Clair
625 St. Clair Ave. West
Tel: 416-654-6187
- 5% discount
Bike Pirates
1292 Bloor St. West
bikepirates.com
The Bike Clinic
349 Harbord Street
Tel: 416-588-2400
- 10% discount on parts and accessories
Urbane Cyclist
180 John Street
Tel: 416-979-9733
www.ucycle.com
- 10% off parts and accessories
Books:
Labyrinth Books
(graphic novels, anime, animation)
386 Bloor St. West
Tel: 416-840-4506
info@thelabyrinthstore.com
animationroadshow.blogspot.com
- Reward Program: buy 10 graphic novels, get the 11th free
- Buy 10 comics, get two free
Clothing:
The Fashion District
553 Queen St. West
Tel: 647-430-7433
www.thefashiondistrict.ca
- 10% discount
Mara Dancewear and Clothing
2189 Queen St. East
Tel: 416-690-0736
Entertainment:
The Canadian Stage Company
26 Berkeley Street
Tel: 416-368-3110
www.canadianstage.com
- $12.50 tickets for students under the age of 30 (see website for details)
Cinematheque
Ontario Art Gallery of Ontario
317 Dundas St. West
Tel: 416-968-FILM
www.cinemathequeontario.ca
- $9.50 for regular screening tickets
- Discounts vary for special screenings
National Ballet of Canada
145 Queen St. West
Tel: 416-345-9686, Ext. 449
www.dancebreak.ca
- $30 tickets for students, ages 16 to 29
(Must be purchased day of the show, maximum two tickets per person)
Sony Centre for the Performing Arts
1 Front St. East
Tel: 416-393-7469
www.sonycentre.ca/ocad
-
Students, faculty and staff enjoy 10% discount.
Go to link above and use discount code 'student'.
Tarragon Theatre
30 Bridgman Avenue
Tel: 416-531-1827
www.tarragontheatre.com
- $22 Student tickets
- See website for details
Yuk Yuk's Comedy Club
across Canada
Tel: 416-922-2673
www.yukyuks.com
Fitness and Recreation:
- See OCAD's Recreation page
Galleries & Museums:
Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)
317 Dundas St. West
Tel: 1-877-225-4246
www.ago.net
- Free general admission for students with OCAD U ID card
- Free general admission to the public Wednesdays after 6:00 p.m.
The Power Plant
231 Queens Quay West
Tel: 416-973-4949
www.thepowerplant.org
- $3 general admission for students
- $4 educational tour admission for students
- Free Wednesday admission from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Free tours
Ontario Science Centre
770 Don Mills Road (at Eglington Ave. East)
Tel: 416-696-1000 or 1-888-696-1110
www.ontariosciencecentre.ca
- Save up to 20% off regular combination price. To receive discounted rates, tickets must be purchased by calling the reservation line. Please quote "OCAD University" and discount code "127079"
Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)
100 Queen's Park
Tel: 416-586-8000
www.rom.on.ca
- Free general admission for full-time students on Tuesdays
Textile Museum of Canada
55 Centre Avenue
Tel: 416-599-5321
www.textilemuseum.ca
- Free admission for OCAD U students, faculty and staff with ID card
International Student Identity (ISIC) Cards:
ISIC cards can be purchased at:
Travel Cuts
187 College Street (west of McCaul Street)
416-979-2406
www.travelcuts.com
www.isic.org
Hours:
Monday/Thursday/Friday - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday - 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday - 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
To get a free ISIC card, students must show their OCAD U student card and a piece of Government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport, etc). Travel Cuts asks you to bring a photo for your ISIC card but will take your photograph if you don't have one. There is a $7 charge to take the photo. For a full listing of ISIC discounts, visit the website.
Miscellaneous:
COMing Computer and Services
316 College Street
Tel: 416-927-7739
www.comingcomputer.ca
- 10% discount on repairs
Function 13
156 Augusta Avenue
Tel: 416-840-1010, Ext. 138
www.function13.ca
- 10% discount
Millennium Accessories and Body Piercing
505A Yonge Street
Tel: 416-921-0412
- 25% discount
Sport Nutrition Depot
632 Yonge Street
Tel: 416-413-9231
www.sndcanada.com
- 10% discount
St. Clair’s Textile
1066 St. Clair Ave. West
Tel: 416-654-2255
- 15% discount
Tibetan Paper & Handicraft
Village by the Grange
275 Dundas St. West
Tel: 416-340-7277
www.tibetanpaper.com
- 15% discount
Tupperware
97 McCaul Street
Tel: 647-282-4386
my.tupperware.ca/ruthdemirdjianduench
- 10% discount
Umbra Concept Store
165 John Street
Tel: 416-599-0088
www.umbra.com
Restaurants:
Arabesque Restaurant
1068 College Street
Tel: 416-504-8146
www.arabesquecafe.ca
- 10% discount
Art Square Café
334 Dundas St. West
Tel: 416-595-5222
www.artsquarecafe.ca
- 13% discount
Fiesta India
Village by the Grange Foodcourt
113 McCaul Street
-
5% discount on Combo A, B, C, D
Fresh Restaurants
147 Spadina Avenue
326 Bloor St. West
894 Queen St. West
Tel: 416-599-4442
www.freshrestaurants.ca
- 15% discount with valid student ID*
*Discount not valid on desserts, retail fridge drinks, more than one retail sandwich or salad, cookbooks, baggu bags, 32 oz glass bottles, Fresh Cards or Refresh Yourself special.
Keep Fit Sandwiches
Village by the Grange Foodcourt
113 McCaul Street
www.keepfitsandwiches.com
- 10% discount off regular prices
Mangiacake
160 McCaul Street
Tel: 416-260-5156
www.mangiacake.ca
- 10% discount
New Thai
Village by the Grange Foodcourt
113 McCaul Street
-
Show student ID for a $5 combo
Orange Alert Cafe
298 Dundas St. West
416-591-8965
- 10% discount
Pita Village
Village by the Grange Foodcourt
113 McCaul Street
- 10% discount
Spring Rolls
240 Queen St. West (formerly called East)
40 Dundas St. East (Atrium on Bay)
- 15% discount with valid student ID
- Take-out or dine-in
- Excludes special offers and promotions
Student Price Card (SPC):
For information about the SPC card and membership, visit the SPC website .
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