Network Renewal Project: September 24 Update

    • Prince George
  • September 16, 2025
Network Renewal

Current Updates 

Stay informed with regular updates as construction progresses. We’ll keep you posted on project milestones, potential disruptions, and other important details. 

Network Renewal work continues across the Prince George campus, with ethernet and fiber cabling underway in offices, classrooms, and common areas. Work in active classrooms happens after 4:00 pm, while common areas are completed during the day.

Crews also began work at the Quesnel campus on September 22.

Network disruptions are not expected but may happen during key transitions. Please be mindful of narrower routes and posted signage. Please follow all signage and coordinate with Facilities if access is needed.

Check the full map to see how campus blocks are connected and where work is taking place.

Upcoming Activities

September 24 – October 5

Week of September 22 - 28

  • Continuation of cable installation in the 3rd floor of 200 block and all levels of the 300, 500, and 700 blocks.

Week of September 29 - October 5

  • Ethernet cabling in the 1st and 2nd floors of the 400 block and all floors of the 800 block.

Expected Impacts:

🔊 Noise: Elevated noise levels.

🚧 Access: No planned closures or reroutes. Corridors will remain open but may be partially cordoned off for construction. Please go around construction areas.

🖥️ Network: Disruptions are not anticipated. Although unlikely, unplanned interruptions may occur. 

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 By upgrading core networking infrastructure and replacing outdated systems, the College is future proofing its digital environment for students, staff, and faculty at all CNC campuses. 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
  • July 6, 2025: After-hours concrete cutting in 200 and 300 Blocks (All levels). Installation of new cabling in the 100 Block (all levels) and 900 block.
  • July 27, 2025: Cabling in 100 Block is done
  • September 22, 2025: Work started at the Quesnel campus.
  • 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.

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