Current Updates
Stay informed with regular updates as construction progresses. We’ll keep you posted on project milestones, potential disruptions, and other important details.
Building envelope work continues across the Prince George Campus. Current work includes window installation, canopy preparation, exterior wall upgrades, insulation, panel installation, landscaping, lighting, and finishing work.
Work is taking place in the 100, 200, 300, 400, and 700 Blocks.
Accessible parking near the Main Entrance has been relocated until further notice to the crosswalk ramp, and a detour is in place for those walking from the east side.
Check the full map to see how campus blocks are connected and where work is taking place.
Expected Impacts:
🔊 Noise: Construction noise is expected from stair landing removal, window installation, canopy preparation, exterior wall work, and other active construction activities.
🚧 Access: Temporary barriers and localized detours may be in place near active work areas. Please follow posted signage and use alternate routes where required.
🪟 Window Installation: Window installation continues in the 300 Block West. Additional window work is also scheduled in the 300 Block North.
👷 Construction Activity: Crews will continue work on exterior walls, insulation, panels, lighting, landscaping, and other building envelope components throughout campus.
Please follow posted signage and allow extra time when travelling through construction areas.
Upcoming Activities
August 10–16
100 Block
200 Block
300 Block South
- Prepare for new canopy 🚧
- Install main floor panels
300 Block North
- Break out and remove existing stair landing
- Install windows 🪟
300 Block West
400 Block
- Install DensGlass wall panels
- Frame and insulate exterior wall above windows
- Frame soffits for strip lighting
700 Block
- Clean up materials and crates
- Paint handrails
- Install strip lighting
Campus-wide
- Continue exterior finishing and construction activities in active work areas.
Window Installation Schedule Morning Shift (7:30am – 4:00pm)
Window Installation Schedule Night Shift (4:00pm – 1:00am)
- August 10-11: Rooms 2-308 & 2-309
- August 11-12: Room 2-390
- August 13-14: Rooms 2-384 & 2-385
- August 14: Rooms 2-387,2-381, and 2-383
August 17–23
300 Block South
- Continue new canopy preparation
- Continue installation of main floor panels
300 Block North
- Continue window installation
- Install insulation clips and girts
- Continue exterior wall insulation
300 Block West
- Continue window installation
400 Block
- Continue DensGlass installation
- Continue framing and insulation above windows
- Continue soffit framing for strip lighting
700 Block
- Continue painting handrails
- Continue strip lighting installation
- Continue finish panel installation
Window Installation Schedule Night Shift (4:00pm – 1:00am)
- August 17: Rooms 2-387,2-381, and 2-383
- August 19-20: Rooms 3-370, 3-371 and 3-337
- August 21: Rooms 3-336 and 3-337
August 24–30
100 Block
- Continue preparation for sod
300 Block South
- Continue canopy preparation
- Continue main floor panel installation
300 Block North
- Continue installation of stairs and treads
- Continue window installation 🪟
- Continue insulation work
400 Block
- Install DensGlass wall panels
- Frame and insulate exterior wall above windows
- Frame soffits for exterior strip lighting
700 Block
- Continue handrail painting
- Continue strip lighting installation
- Install red siding panels
- Continue mechanical penthouse work
Window Installation Schedule Night Shift (4:00pm – 1:00am)
- August 24: Rooms 3-336 and 3-337
- August 24-25: Room 3-336
- August 25-26: Rooms 3-339 and 3-336
- August 27-28: Rooms 1-322,1-323,1-317,1-316, and 1-315
August 31–September 6
100 Block
- Continue landscaping and sod preparation
300 Block North
- Continue window installation 🪟
300 Block South
- Continue main floor panel work
700 Block
- Continue installation of vestibule doors
- Continue installation of main entrance doors
- Continue finish panel and exterior work
Window Installation Schedule Night Shift (4:00pm – 1:00am)
- August 30-Sep 1: Room 2-312
- September 1-2: Rooms 2-312 & 2-310
- September 2-3: Rooms 2-310 & 2-309
- September 3-4: Room 2-309
About the Project
The Building Envelope Project is designed to enhance the exterior of the Prince George Campus through energy-efficient upgrades, improved sustainability, and long-term infrastructure renewal. These improvements will help create a more comfortable and resilient campus for students, employees, and visitors.
This project is made possible with restricted capital funding by the Ministry of Infrastructure.
The Building Envelope Project supports CNC’s Strategic Plan (lhulh whuts’odutel’eh – Learning Together) under Priority 3.5: Rejuvenate College Infrastructure. Specifically, it supports objectives 3.5.1 through 3.5.4 by upgrading campus infrastructure, revitalizing learning spaces, improving sustainability, and helping reduce the college’s overall carbon footprint.
Key Highlights of the Project:
- Energy-efficient building upgrades
- Modernized campus exterior
- Improved long-term durability and sustainability
Project Timeline
- March 2025: Project mobilization and site preparation
- May 2025: Construction begins
- Summer–Fall 2025: Demolition and exterior renewal work
- Winter 2025–26: Interior and exterior finishing activities
- Spring 2026: Major exterior upgrades continue across campus
- Estimated Completion: May 2027
Impact on Campus
We are committed to minimizing disruptions during construction. Updates will be provided regarding:
- Campus accessibility
- Temporary disruptions and detours
- Changes to parking, entrances, and pedestrian routes
Our team is focused on ensuring that the impact on your daily experience is as minimal as possible.
Building Envelope Project FAQ
Why does some of the new siding look wavy?
Some members of the campus community may notice slight waviness or “ripples” in portions of the new metal siding. This effect, known as oil canning, is a common characteristic of flat metal siding and is widely recognized across the construction industry.
Oil canning is a visual effect only. It does not affect the strength, safety, durability, or weather protection of the building. The project team continues to monitor installation quality to ensure the work meets project requirements and industry standards.
The effect is often more noticeable in certain lighting and typically becomes less noticeable over time.
Read more about siding appearance
Questions?
construction@cnc.bc.ca