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 activities include landscaping, exterior siding and panels, canopy work, soffit framing, perimeter lighting, painting, and other exterior finishing.
Work is taking place in the 200, 300, 400, 500, and 700 Blocks, the main courtyard, and surrounding exterior areas. Scaffolding is being erected at the 700 Block in preparation for skylight replacement, which is scheduled to continue through October and into early November.
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 exterior wall work, soffit framing, skylight work, and other exterior construction activities.
🚧 Access: Scaffolding erection and skylight work at the 700 Block may affect nearby areas. Temporary construction barriers and localized detours may be in place. Please follow posted signage.
🌱 Landscaping: Landscaping continues in the main courtyard and around the 700 Block, including ground preparation, sod installation, and weather-dependent concrete work.
👷 Construction Activity: Scaffolding erection, skylight replacement, exterior panels, siding, soffit framing, perimeter lighting, painting, and other finishing activities will continue through October and into November.
Please allow extra time when travelling through campus and use alternate routes where required.
Upcoming Activities
October 12–18
200 Block
300 Block
300 Block South
500 Block
- Continue insulation, trim and panel installation on the east wall facing the courtyard.
700 Block
Clean up materials and crates.
Prepare ground and install sod on the west side 🌱
Continue interior painting.
Paint handrails.
Complete exterior finishing work, including red exterior panels.
Continue mechanical penthouse siding.
Begin erecting scaffolding for upcoming skylight replacement.
Main Courtyard
- Continue landscaping and concrete work, weather permitting 🌱
October 19–25
200 Block
- Install exterior finish panels.
300 Block
- Continue stair tread installation.
300 Block North
400 Block
500 Block
- Continue insulation, trim and panel installation on the east wall facing the courtyard.
700 Block
Continue scaffolding erection for skylight replacement.
Begin skylight demolition and installation.
Continue ground preparation and sod installation 🌱
Continue east entrance ground work, pending final design.
Main Courtyard
- Continue landscaping and concrete work, weather permitting 🌱
October 26–November 1
200 Block
- Continue exterior finish panel installation.
300 Block North
- Continue trim and exterior panel installation.
400 Block
Continue soffit framing for perimeter lighting.
Continue perimeter lighting wiring, preparation and installation.
700 Block
Continue scaffolding work for skylight replacement.
Continue skylight demolition and installation.
Continue east entrance ground work, pending final design.
West Parking Lot
- Remove construction materials from the snow dump area.
November 2–8
300 Block South
- Continue wood-look siding installation.
300 Block North
- Continue trim and exterior panel installation.
400 Block
- Continue soffit framing for perimeter lighting.
700 Block
Continue skylight demolition and installation.
Continue east entrance ground work, pending final design.
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