Information for Guests
Location and Building Information
The department of Department of Curriculum, Teaching & Learning (CTL) at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) has offices on the 10th and 11th Floor of the OISE building located on 252 Bloor Street West, Toronto, Ontario , M5S 1V6.
Building Entrances
There are three main entrances into the OISE building. Please note that the east entrance (form the parking lot) is not wheelchair accessible.
Main Entrance (Bloor Street)
Accessible Entrance
The main entrance to OISE is on the west side of the building, beneath the large OISE sign, and is fully accessible. A ramp with a handrail, located to the right of the steps, leads to a walkway that brings you to the main doors. There are push buttons to open both sets of doors for easy access.
Subway/Underground Entrance
Accessible Entrance
OISE is located above the St. George TTC subway station, with direct access from the Bedford Road exit. The station features elevators connecting the platform to the concourse level. From the concourse, a ramp leads to an accessible door with push buttons, providing entry into OISE.
East Entrance
Not a Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
A secondary surface-level entrance accessed from Bedford Road, just east of OISE, where the surface-level parking lot is located. To enter the building from this lot, use the stairs leading to the glass doors, or go around to the main entrance.
Elevators
All floors of the OISE building are accessible via the central elevator system. There are six elevators available for use.
Fire Safety:
In the event of a fire alarm, elevators will be temporarily out of service. If you need assistance exiting the building, please contact Campus Safety at 416-978-2222. Emergency phones are located in each elevator lobby. Fire alarms are both visual and audible, with flashing lights and ringing bells.
Washrooms
Washrooms are available on each floor of the building. The table below lists the All-Gender and Accessible Washrooms at the OISE building.
Floor | Location | Features | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|
Ground | OISE Library | All-gender, accessible | Single-user |
Ground | Lobby | All-gender, accessible | Single-user |
3rd | Located in the west corridor | All-gender | Multi-user |
5th | Located near the kitchenette | All-gender, accessible | Single-user |
8th | Located in the west corridor | Universal | Single-user |
10th | Located in west corridor | All-gender | Multi-user |
12th | Located beside the elevators | Universal | Single-user |
12th | Nexus Lounge | All-gender | Single-user |
Reflection Space and Ablution Rooms
The OISE building has available a reflection space and ablution rooms.
Reflection Space
- Room 3-210 (3rd floor corridor toward the Library)
Ablution Rooms
- Women's - Room 5-302 (Near washrooms)
- Men's - Room 12-302 (Near washrooms)
Vehicle Parking
There are two parking spaces at the OISE building and additional ones around the campus. Please note that there is no area, time or circumstances that allow for free parking on campus. Make sure to comply with Parking Regulations.
Vehicle Parking Spaces
Underground Vehicle Parkade
There are accessible parking spaces in the OISE parking garage, accessible from Prince Arthur Avenue on the concourse level. The door to the building is equipped with push buttons. Once inside, continue straight down the corridor to reach the main building elevators. Elevator access is available from parking levels P9 to G.
Surface-level Vehicle Parking (Bedford Road)
Parking spaces are available in the surface-level lot accessed from Bedford Road, just east of OISE. To enter the building from this lot, you can use the stairs leading to the east doors, or follow the pathway through the park to the Bloor Street West sidewalk to access the ramp and west entrance.
Additional Parking Spaces at UofT
Use the interactive parking map and grid to locate parking lots and rates throughout the St. George campus. Please note that there is no area, time or circumstances that allow for free parking on campus. Make sure to comply with Parking Regulations.
Bicycle Parking Spaces
Bicycle Parking
There are several locations where you can find a place to lock your bicycle around OISE and on the U of T campus in general. Most are listed on the interactive map for bicycle parking spots around the campus.
Wi-Fi Access for Guests
If you are visiting a U of T campus but do not belong to an institution that participates in the eduroam network infrastructure, you can connect to the eduroam Wi-Fi at UofT by texting a request to the number specified in the instructions below and getting a set of Wi-Fi credentials for today (the credentials are valid only for the day on which they were created).
Text (SMS) Keyword
92utoronto
To mobile number
18333387626
Only valid on:
7 May 2026
You will receive your temporary Eduroam login credentials via text message.
Your mobile number will be retained for 270 days. Please see https://uoft.me/eva-privacy
Troubleshooting:
If you’re unable to log in on your first attempt (for example, you’re not prompted to enter a username and password), try the following steps:
- Open your Wi-Fi settings and locate eduroam in the list of networks.
- Right-click (or tap and hold) on eduroam and select “Forget” or “Remove network.”
- Turn your Wi-Fi off, wait a few seconds, then turn it back on.
- Select eduroam again from the network list.
- When prompted, enter your username and password, then connect.
If you’re still not prompted for credentials or can’t connect after this, restart your device and try again. If the issue persists, contact your institution’s IT support.
If you’re able to connect on your phone but cannot connect your laptop even after trying the steps above, please use your phone as a personal hotspot so you can continue working.
By design, UofT doesn't have the workflow exposed to guests and a visit to the page will trigger a 403 Error whenever a device that's not connected to a UofT network tries to access it.
Therefore, only a U of T faculty or staff member can provide you with details to access to the eduroam Visitor Access (eVA) guest Wi-Fi by visiting eva.eis.utoronto.ca from a computer connected to the U of T network, UTORvpn. On the eVA website, the faculty of staff member, will find a phone number and a unique passcode that is updated daily. You may also find the information on departmental electronic signage for events that is updated on the day of the event.
The process then is very simple, the staff member will be able to give you a unique keyword to text to a phone number and get a set of credentials for the eduroam network.
U of T faculty and staff with valid UTORid credentials can create up to five unique guest users at UofT which also work as Wi-Fi credentials. The duration of these credentials is valid for a maximum of up to five (5) days. This can be done through the Guest UTORid tool by any staff or faculty member.
The eduroam network at U of T is accessible to visiting scholars from other participating eduroam institutions. You should be able to simply connect to the eduroam Wi-Fi network using your home institution credentials.
Ideally, before leaving your home institution, check that your device can connect to the eduroam Wi-Fi network. If you encounter any issues, contact your institution’s help desk for assistance since we have no ability to troubleshoot external credentials at UofT.
Food and Spaces to Eat
A small coffee shop is located at the Ground level at OISE (in the lobby) and there are several shared spaces in the OISE building where you can eat or catch up on work in between meetings.
Food / Vending Machines
Caffe’in (Ground floor, OISE)
Caffe’in offers creative coffee beverages and a limited selection of snacks. It specializes in coffee with a twist, pairing traditional espresso based beverages with different fruity, nutty, or floral favours.
Vending Machines (2nd floor)
Vending machines for drinks and snacks are available for use on the 2nd floor or the OISE building.
Food Places on Campus
If you're looking for more places to eat around campus, check out the interactive map of places to eat around the University of Toronto.
Spaces to Eat
Nexus Lounge
Location:
Nexus Lounge (12-130)
The Nexus Lounge is located on the 12th floor at OISE. Unless there's an event/meeting taking place, it is available for the community to use.
OISE Lobby
Location:
Ground Floor, OISE Building
The Ground floor has a dedicated area with tables and couches for the community and visitors to use.
5th Floor Lounge
Location:
5th Floor, OISE
An open area with a wide variety of individual and group seating areas.
Additional Information
Microwaves
Locations:
- 2nd Floor
- 5th Floor
Microwave ovens for guests are available on in the building.
Filtered Water
Location:
- 2nd Floor
- 5th Floor
- 11th Floor
Filtered water stations are available in the building.
Safety
Medical Emergency:
In the event of any medical emergency, call 9-1-1 then OISE Security at 416-978-3636 so they can prepare for the arrival of emergency personnel.
OISE Security Team
The team, stationed in the lobby of 252 Bloor Street West, is here to help. They respond to concerns reported by students, faculty, and staff, and may be reached at 416-978-3636.
