Great news for the students of Victoria!
For the first time ever, students at Camosun College will have access to on-campus housing.
Funding has been approved for a new six-storey, 423-bed housing project at the Lansdowne campus, where there will be a mix of single, studio and quad unit types.
“Our government has been making historic investments in on-campus student housing to support students in their academic journeys, including the very first student residence at Camosun College,” said Lisa Beare, Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
“This project builds on the thousands of student beds already built or underway across BC, making it easier for students to get the skills they need for the jobs of tomorrow.”
This project will cost $154.7 million, with the provincial government providing $151.7 million and Camosun College providing the remaining $3 million.
The completion date is slated for fall of 2027!
“We are incredibly grateful for the support of the provincial government in helping the college achieve its priority of affordable on-campus student housing,” said Lane Trotter, president, Camosun College.
“On-campus housing brings various social, academic and personal benefits, including greater retention rates, while freeing up rental spaces in the surrounding communities.”
Murray Rankin, MLA for Oak Bay-Gordon Head, added that it will also help alleviate the pressure on Victoria’s current rental market.
Having secure, stable and affordable housing is essential, and will support students as they navigate life as a student in Victoria.
This building is a part of a provincial investment project, Homes for People, which commits more than $2 billion to the housing action plan—including 12,000 on-campus student housing beds.
According to a press release from the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills, 9,095 new beds are complete or are underway.
