Current Updates
Stay informed with regular updates as construction progresses. We’ll keep you posted on project milestones, potential disruptions, and other important details.
Week of June 22 - 28
Location: Common areas throughout the Main Campus Building
Work: After-hours concrete cutting in select areas.
Week of June 29 - July 12
Location: Common areas throughout the Main Campus Building
Work: Contractors will be installing network cabling during daytime hours.
Expected Impacts:
🔊 Noise: Elevated noise levels in the evenings.
🚧 Access: No planned closures or reroutes. Some corridors may be narrower—please go around construction areas where needed.
🖥️ Network: Disruptions are not anticipated but may occur during critical connection points.
A more detailed update identifying specific blocks will be available next week. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we strengthen CNC’s digital infrastructure.
Safety Reminder
- Please follow all posted signage and detour instructions.
- For your safety, do not enter active construction zones
About the Project
CNC is working to bring you a better-connected campus. By upgrading core networking infrastructure and replacing outdated systems, the College is future proofing its digital environment for students, staff, and faculty. These improvements reflect CNC’s commitment to rejuvenating infrastructure as part of our institutional goals.
The Network Renewal Project aligns with CNC’s Strategic Plan (lhulh whuts’odutel’eh – Learning Together) under Priority 3.5: Rejuvenate College Infrastructure. This project supports long-term goals to strengthen connectivity, enhance access to digital tools, and create a more connected experience across all CNC campuses.
Key Highlights of the Project
- Funded by the Ministry of Infrastructure
- Upgraded network infrastructure
- Better Wi-Fi coverage, faster speeds, and improved reliability
- All Wi-Fi Access Points are being replaced and updated
- Alignment with institutional goals to enhance technology and infrastructure
Project Timeline
- April 2023: Campus-wide Wi-Fi Access Point replacements done
- June 2024: Eduroam Wi-Fi network officially launched
- Fall 2024: Network Design
- May 2025: Pre-Construction Phase
- June 16, 2025: Construction begins
- Completion Date: End of March 2026 (estimated)
Impact on Campus
As the Network Renewal Project progresses into construction, you may experience temporary disruptions, including brief outages, reduced connectivity, and equipment installation in your area. These interruptions will vary by location and timing.
We understand these disruptions may be inconvenient. Every effort will be made to keep them as brief and localized as possible. Advance notices and updates will be shared regularly.
Questions? Contact IT Services at helpdesk@cnc.bc.ca
For more information, including answers to frequently asked questions, please visit the Construction on Campus webpage.