Crews have begun to prepare for construction to begin on the 101-bed student housing project at Penticton's Okanagan College campus.
The project was announced in 2024 with a goal of having the building move-in ready for 2026.
The facility will be the fourth housing complex for students at Okanagan College's different campuses, with the other three campuses already served with housing.
The new Penticton campus housing facility will provide a place to live for 101 students in 89 units, the majority of which are single bedroom units, as well as some double and quad-unit rooms. Each unit includes a kitchen and a private bedroom.
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The 4,467 square-metre facility will be constructed using mass-timber elements while meeting Step 4 of the B.C. Energy Step Code. Updated landscaping and modern design will provide a warm and welcome environment for learners, allowing them to focus on their studies and build relationships in the OC community.
The total project cost is $24 million with the provincial government providing $23.5 million, and Okanagan College the remaining $500,000. The project is expected to be complete and ready for students in fall 2026.
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