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While residents were told the building was still under construction when they moved in, they say the conditions are far worse than described and the school isn't doing enough to support them.
"I felt there was so much dishonesty," Galloway said.
McMaster, meanwhile, declined an interview but told CBC it does care about its students and is doing all it can to address issues as soon as possible.
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Issues with mail services, heating and air conditioning.
No access to indoor parking that was promised.
A bug infestation in the laundry room and multiple mouse sightings in the building.
Unauthorized people getting access to the building despite security.
Some rooms had vents missing or vents that were plastered over.
Each floor has its own water cooler in the hallway due to the tap water issue, which CUPE says has led some people to develop rashes and stomach aches.
McMaster spokesperson Wade Hemsworth said water tests last week indicated the building's water system has "total coliforms" in it.
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"Rent ranges from $1,375 for a private room in a two-bedroom unit to $2,065 for a 516 sq. ft., one bedroom suite"
This is completely unacceptable! How awful for those Mac students.