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University of the Fraser Valley

Project: Upgrade of existing infrastructure and installation of new infrastructure to support the development of the new Canada Education Park on the Chilliwack Campus.

Total Project Cost:
$7,220,850
Total KIP Funding:
$3,086,850

Status of Project: Substantially completed

Project Description

This project involves renovating and upgrading the infrastructure of the former military engineering building, and constructing a new training and research facility. The new facilities consist of classrooms, a new library, student assembly and theatre space, a biomass research facility, science laboratories and a purpose-built greenhouse. The buildings house programs in Health Sciences and feature an Aboriginal gathering place. The facilities are designed to meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification. Renovation of 50,000 square feet in the former military engineering building accommodates classrooms, laboratories, research facilities and offices.

Primary Areas of Benefit

  1. Expands or enhances utility of training space: The new facilities increase the university’s training capacity for environmental science, energy technologies (biomass and agriscience), health-related life sciences, and information and communication technologies.
  2. Expands or enhances utility of research and development space: Renovated and new facilities include a library and science laboratories to expand research in areas such as defence.
  3. Improves energy efficiency: The facility is constructed with the latest environmental materials/technologies and is designed to meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification, resulting in improved energy efficiency and fewer greenhouse gas emissions.
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