This project has been a collaborative effort between York’s Facilities Services Department and Athletics and Recreation Department, and various partner-contractors. The new conversion will create a multi-sport, year-round, revenue-generating facility on the site of the existing YLS that was completed for the 2015 Pan Am games. The transformation project includes some of the following enhancements: […]
The restoration of the historical Glendon gazebos entailed very detailed planning and skilled labour to bring them back to their prime condition. Restoring these gazebos was challenging as lead-based paint had to be removed. Once removed, the remaining paint was completely removed with the use of plastic scrapers. Restoration of the wood involved fabricating wood […]
The new exterior enhancements are the result of Victor Phillip Dahdaleh’s donation to the university. The goal of the improvements are to improve the overall aesthetics of the building while addressing some exterior building performance issues. The new interventions will add a more pronounced south entrance via a new entry portico pavilion that appears to […]
Project: Capacity Expansion for Lassonde School of Engineering Project completion date: September 2021 Project budget: $4.8 M Architects: GOW HASTINGS ARCHITECTS Contractor: Van Horne Construction With this rapid growth of the Lassonde School of Engineering has come the need for additional student study areas, capstone design spaces, teaching labs, and faculty offices. Several unique facilities […]
The new Neuroscience Facility at the Sherman Health Science Research Centre at Keele Campus is approx. 4,800 m2 (52,000 sf). The preliminary program consists of small and large interconnected bio-safety level 2 (research laboratories), general lab space, locker rooms, meeting rooms, small multi-use experiment rooms, student/faculty offices, student and staff space, administration support spaces, and […]
York University began construction of its new School of Continuing Studies building on the Keele Campus in March 2020. The building is located on the North East corner of Ian Macdonald and Pond Rd. south of the Student Services Parking Garage. The building is projected to be a six-storey, 10,315 sq. m building with over […]
York has embarked on a long-term washroom renewal program that will ensure annually the renewal of 10-20 washrooms to a new, attractive and modern standard that embraces AODA and universal principles, finishes, lighting, HVAC, etc. In March 2019, Zeidler Architecture Inc. was hired to develop the Design Standards for public use washrooms at Keele and […]
The project involves adding levels 3 & 4 to Vari Hall. Each floor will have a footprint of approximately 1,860 sm (20,000 sf) above an existing administration and academic space. The location of the project is in the central core of campus. Vari Hall is a hub of activities and pedestrian thoroughfare at an active […]
York is a leading international teaching and research university and a driving force for positive change. Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are building a future with exciting construction projects as we prepare our students for their long-term career and personal success. Together we are making things right […]
Facilities Services strives to enhance the quality of campus life for all students, faculty and staff, and visitors. We are responsible for providing a safe, clean, productive and well-maintained physical learning and working environment. This is achieved by planning and delivering professional services that are sustainable and supportive of academic excellence. Now and into the […]