A fire safe premise is important while people engage in their activities on campus. Building and Fire Code Compliance staff members service the campus community and work in concert with Security and the Toronto Fire Services. Fire Prevention Inspectors • Ensure readiness of fire protection equipment including fire alarm and emergency lighting systems.• Facilitate fire […]
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 […]
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 […]
WASTE 2018-2019 2019-2020 2020-2021 2021-2022 Recycled (includes food & organic waste) 2,648.82 mt 2,405.97 mt 1,485.74 mt 732.28 mt Diverted Waste (Oasis Textile Bins, etc.) 948.89 mt 716.74 mt 683.78 mt 150.00 mt Landfill 1,488.53 mt 1,472.01 mt 649.33 mt 1,326.56 mt TOTAL WASTE (ALL STREAMS) […]
Cleaning to APPA standards Custodial Services receives core funding to clean academic and administrative buildings. These spaces are cleaned to a set frequency level listed in the Custodial Service Offering. The service offering is based on industry standards developed and published by the APPA – Leadership in Educational Facilities – Custodial Staffing Guidelines used to identify […]
Area Type Cleaning Activity Frequency AUDITORIUM Service as per scheduled use only: waste, monthly vacuuming CONFERENCE ROOMS Table and Carpet Service as per scheduled use only: waste, monthly vacuuming OFFICE Disinfect Complete Carpet Areas Monthly vacuuming of approved office spaces: Office Occupants to wipe down surfaces used and personal devices i.e. keyboards, phones MAIN […]