Education Mega Centre planned in Surrey
Global Education Communities Corp. (GECC) announced it has entered into agreements with Pure Group of Companies to build the Global Education Communities Education Mega Centre (EMC) project in Surrey.
The Development Permit with the City of Surrey allows a 49-storey mixed-use tower, featuring one floor of retail space, two floors of commercial space, 43 floors of market rental residential units accommodating 1,380 occupants, and three amenity and mechanical floors.
The market rental units will be student-centric, fully furnished, and offer regular housekeeping, enhanced security, and comprehensive amenity spaces. Amenities will include an electronic library, video conferencing facilities, a fitness center, a quiet lounge, a coffee shop, a games room and computer labs. Notably, EMC will also allocate market rental units to faculty and staff of GECC’s educational partners, providing a convenient and secure living environment adjacent to their workplaces.
“We are pleased to partner with Pure Group on this significant project, which aims to improve the lives of students coming to Metro Vancouver from across Canada and abroad,” stated Toby Chu, chairman, president, and chief executive officer of GECC.
This student housing property is strategically located in close proximity to major public transit services.
There are at least 14 public and private colleges and universities within the City of Surrey, B.C. and none of these schools provide housing for their students or staff.
Construction beginning with excavation is targeted to begin before the end of 2025, with a completion aimed for the first half of 2029.
“We are excited to bring our extensive development and financing expertise to the GEC Education Mega Centre project”, added Steven Evans, president & CEO of Pure Group of Companies. “Our team will ensure this landmark development is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. We are big believers in the importance of Central Surrey’s position in Metro Vancouver, and the timing aligns well with the Surrey-Langley Skytrain expansion, new Cloverdale Hospital, and the expansions of SFU and UBC. We look forward to collaborating with GECC to deliver much needed student-centric housing and contribute to the remarkable development of Surrey’s City Centre.”
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