Getting together with friends is a great part of university life. When you host, it is essential to remember that you have a responsibility to guests, neighbours, and the community. As a host, be sure to educate yourself and others of local laws, bylaws, and the regulations set out in the , and .
Host respectfully and safely:
- Inform your neighbours and invite them to come to you with any concerns.
- Stay sober so that you are able to handle any problems that may arise.
- Decide on a guest list ahead of time and stick to it.
- Have food and water for your guests.
- Keep guests off your neighbour鈥檚 property and clean up immediately afterwards.
- Try and avoid glass bottles and serve cans. If a glass bottle is broken, someone may get hurt.
- Know the regulations set out in the
- Don鈥檛 be afraid to call 911, if it鈥檚 an emergency.
- For situations that don鈥檛 require a call to 911, call the Kingston Police Services non-emergency line 613-549-4660 for assistance.
- Hosts may be liable for the actions of their guests during and after a party even when guests bring their own drinks. Selling alcohol requires a special license, including cups at a keg party.
- Monitor your guests and ensure they are consuming responsibly.
Be considerate and mindful of noise levels at all hours:
- Keep singing, yelling, and music at a moderate volume and avoid slamming doors and honking horns.
- Keep social gatherings inside and close doors and windows to contain noise.
- Be aware of shared walls and the noise level of electronics and conversations.
- Review the
- Review the and be aware that an AMP is a fine issued by the City of Kingston for a Bylaw Violation that would usually be processed by the Provincial Offences Court.
It鈥檚 against the law to:
- Have open alcohol in public (including sidewalks and roads).
- Serve alcohol to an intoxicated person or someone under 19.
- Be publicly intoxicated.
If a neighbour, bylaw, or police officer comes to your door
Be co-operative and do what you can to resolve their concerns.