Free Store
The TMU Free Store is a pop-up store dedicated to helping TMU students reduce their environmental impact and save money. Visit the Free Store to take home a variety of gently-used items like office supplies, electronics, home decor, kitchen supplies, books and more, all for free!
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
Upcoming Free Store Events
The Free Store will be open the fourth week of each month throughout the academic year.
2024/2025 Free Store pop-ups
To ensure everyone has an equal opportunity to access the Free Store, we have a three item limit per visit.
Please note: All goods are donated and are being provided without any assurances as to their quality or suitability for any particular purpose on an as is basis.
Free Store donations
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.
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.
Upcoming donation drive
How do I volunteer at the Free Store?
Volunteers are needed to help collect, sort, weigh and categorize donated items, as well as support the day-to-day running of the store.
If you would like to volunteer, please contact sustainability@torontomu.ca.