Construction

Work on the Centre for Clean Energy and Automotive Innovation (CCEAI), north of the Broadway Campus Building B between Great Northern Way and 7th Avenue, has continued since site clearing and demolition began in the summer of 2024. 

The parkade excavation has removed approximately 49,000 square metres of soil to date. Over 900 soil anchors to retain the shotcrete walls have been installed.

Construction of the concrete superstructure is progressing well with structural works taking place below street level until approximately the end of 2025; the structure will continue to rise above street level in 2026. BC Hydro undergrounding of power lines along Glen Drive, undertaken by Fred Thompson Contractors, is happening at the same time.

Expect intermittent lane and road closures for concrete pumping and other construction activities along East 7th Avenue, Glen Drive and Great Northern Way. Construction noise, increased truck activity, parking restrictions, and altered pedestrian routes around the site - including the roundabout outside Building B - will continue for the duration of the project.

As construction continues, we thank you for your patience and understanding as we work towards enhancing our facilities for future generations of students. 

Spring 2025 view of CCEAI site looking south east, courtesy of Bird Construction. 

Timeline

Construction for the CCEAI has been underway since June 2024. Here are some key dates (dates are approximate and are subject to change): 

Parking impacts

Paid parking spaces are available in VCC's parking lot east of Building B (located along Keith Drive). Please obtain a VCC parking permit from the security desk on Level 2 of Building B. A student or employee ID will be verified by security staff before a permit is issued.

There are approximately 90 stalls, including 4 EV stalls for short-term charging. Drop off parking will remain available and designated for McGregor Daycare use only. 

Street parking is available in the surrounding neighbourhood. Please ensure you adhere to the City of Vancouver’s parking by-laws. Consider walking, cycling, using a ride-share, or taking transit to get to the Broadway campus.

Project partners

The CCEAI is designed by Stantec and RJC Engineers in collaboration with Two Row Architect (Indigenous design collaborator). 

Bird Construction is the general contractor for the project.  

Questions or comments? Please contact us.