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Ontario Tech Meal Plans and Campus Dining, 2026-27
Food at Ontario Tech runs through two separate systems. Residence meal plans are sold by Chartwells and give you all-you-care-to-eat meals at the South Village Dining Hall. They're mandatory in South Village and optional in Simcoe Village. On campus, Ontario Tech Food Services runs Hunter's Kitchen with Dana Hospitality, alongside Subway, Tim Hortons and other outlets. Plan prices below are for 2026-27.
Sources checked September 30, 2026. View sources
The four 2026-27 meal plans
Every plan gives you unlimited meals in the South Village Dining Hall, plus flex dollars for other purchases. The 7-day plans cover every day of the week. The 5-day plans cover Monday to Friday only.
The full-year plans cost less than buying two one-semester plans. Two 7-day semesters add up to $8,798, which is $849 more than the $7,949 full-year plan. Two 5-day semesters cost $8,098, which is $799 more than the $7,299 full-year plan.
| Plan | Meals | Flex dollars | Guest passes | 2026-27 cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7-day plan, full year | Unlimited, every day | $250 | 4 | $7,949 (September 2026 to April 2027) |
| 5-day plan, full year | Unlimited, Monday to Friday | $325 | 2 | $7,299 (September 2026 to April 2027) |
| 7-day plan, one semester | Unlimited, every day | $150 | 2 | $4,399 (Fall 2026 or Winter 2027) |
| 5-day plan, one semester | Unlimited, Monday to Friday | $200 | 1 | $4,049 (Fall 2026 or Winter 2027) |
Who has to buy a plan
If you live in South Village, you must buy a residence dining plan. South Village suites have only a small kitchenette with a mini fridge and microwave. Simcoe Village suites have kitchenettes, and full-size fridges in North and Central halls, so a plan is your choice there.
You buy the plan directly from Chartwells, not from the residence or the university. Ordering opens in early June, once you've accepted your residence offer and received your hall type. Plans are non-refundable and non-transferable unless you leave Ontario Tech or move out of residence.
How flex dollars work
The residence meal plan page doesn't list Hunter's Kitchen or the other Ontario Tech Food Services outlets as flex locations. Ask before you count on using flex there.
- Flex dollars load onto your dining card.
- The meal plan page says you can spend them at DCEats eateries and kiosks, including Tim Hortons at B-Wing, SSB, the Galleria, C-Wing and Whitby.
- Unused flex dollars carry over to the next year.
- If you're not coming back as a registered student, spend them by October 31.
Where to eat on campus
These are Ontario Tech Food Services' posted hours for Fall 2026. Hours can change, and some outlets close in the spring and summer.
| Outlet | Where | Fall 2026 hours | What's there |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter's Kitchen | Main floor of the Business and IT Building (UB Cafeteria) | Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., closed weekends. Kiosks run to 7 p.m. Monday to Thursday. | Breakfasts, burgers, fries, sushi, bento bowls, dinners, daily specials, Pizza Pizza and a coffee bar |
| Aisle 24 | Next to the North Campus library | Open 24 hours, 7 days | An app-entry convenience store with snacks, meals and everyday items |
| Subway | Science Building, main floor | Monday to Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., weekends 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Sandwiches, bowls, salads and soup |
| Tim Hortons | Shawenjigewining Hall, main floor | Monday to Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Coffee, doughnuts, muffins, bagels and sandwiches |
| Cha & Co. Boba Bar | Science Building, main floor | Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Bubble tea, smoothies, matcha and coffee |
| Isabella's Chocolate Café | Charles Hall, downtown campus | Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Coffee, matcha, cookies, paninis and snacks |
| The Vending Corner | Ground floor of the CRWC | Not listed | Self-serve machines for coffee, fresh orange juice, ramen, popcorn and snacks |
- To use Aisle 24, download its app, create an account and unlock the door from the app.
- The Campus Ice Centre also has a full-service restaurant, 2200 North, and a snack bar.
Allergies and dietary needs
Ontario Tech Food Services labels menus for gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal and kosher items, and for common allergens. It can't guarantee food hasn't touched an allergen, and ingredient lists are available on request. Email catering.ontech@dexterra.com with questions.
For the residence plans, the meal plan page says the dining hall menus reflect cultural and nutritional needs, with clear labels. It lists a contact for dietary concerns at 905-721-2000 ext. 2737.
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Sources and updates
This independent guide summarizes the official information linked below. Availability, access rules and application cycles can change; check the relevant university page before making a decision.
- Ontario Tech University Residence: meal plans 2026/2027
- Ontario Tech University Residence: suite comparison
- Ontario Tech: on-campus housing options
- Ontario Tech Food Services: hours of operation
- Ontario Tech Food Services: dining locations
- Ontario Tech Food Services: about our food options
- Ontario Tech Food Services: dietary, allergies and intolerance restrictions
- Ontario Tech: Campus Ice Centre