KING CITY — Today, Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan, announced that Seneca Polytechnic’s King Campus received $1.76 million in capital funding through the Facilities Renewal Program and the College Equipment Renewal Fund. The funding ensured students at the King Campus have access to modern facilities, learning tools and state-of-the-art equipment to develop the marketable skills needed to succeed in high-demand, good-paying careers. Part of this investment requires Seneca to receive matching contributions from a private sector partner to help deliver high-quality education and training to meet the needs of employers.
Capital investments at the King Campus include:
$444,775 to renew the Vet Tech building
$1,088,979 for safety upgrades
$176,838 for hardware replacements
$50,000 to renew instructional equipment
“As we build Ontario’s workforce and prepare our students for good-paying and meaningful jobs, it is critical we ensure that our post-secondary institutions are modernized and ready to take up the call to action,” said Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan. “Proud to work in partnership with Seneca College in King to invest in improved and more dynamic learning environments with modern facilities that inspire learning and skills development to lead students to good jobs."
“It is essential that our colleges and universities have the latest learning tools and equipment so students can get the skills they need for the in-demand jobs of today and tomorrow,” said Nolan Quinn, Minister of Colleges and Universities. “As part of our government’s plan to build Ontario, this investment will help institutions renew and modernize their facilities and allow them to continually improve the learning experience for students.”
This builds on expansions and investments at Seneca College in King. In 2018, MPP Lecce announced completion and opened Magna Hall at Seneca’s King Campus. The new 200,000 square foot facility includes 25 new classrooms, computer labs, specialty labs, a library, and student centre with a multi-purpose athletic and recreation space. The Ontario Government invested a total of $59 million in funding for the project.
“Seneca has greatly benefited from the provincial government’s College Equipment and Renewal Fund and Facilities Renewal Program,” said David Agnew, President of Seneca Polytechnic. “These vital investments ensure that our students have access to a safe, modern and advanced space to excel in their chosen fields of study”
“Seneca Polytechnic is a cornerstone of our community, and this investment will ensure that its King Campus continues to offer cutting-edge learning environments for students. These modern facilities and advanced equipment are essential in preparing the next generation for the high-demand jobs that drive our local economy,” said Steve Pellegrini, Mayor of King Township. “We’re pleased to see the provincial government make such a significant commitment to education and innovation right here in King Township.”
Colleges and universities can use the funding for projects that support the renewal and modernization of campuses including major building systems upgrades, heating and ventilating system upgrades, and mechanical and electrical system upgrades. The funds can also be used to buy instructional equipment and materials, such as new computers and software for teaching purposes, specialized equipment, or machinery for use in labs and classrooms, and tools for shops.
QUICK FACTS
$171 million has been provided through the Facilities Renewal Program in 2023-24 to help publicly assisted colleges and universities with the critical maintenance, repairs, upgrades and renewal of existing facilities.
$20 million has been provided through the College Equipment and Renewal Fund in 2023-24 to help colleges buy and renew instructional equipment and learning resources.
$10 million has been provided through the Training Equipment and Renewal Fund in 2023-24 to help universities renew and buy modern, state-of-the art equipment and learning resources.
On February 26, 2024, the government announced an additional investment of $167.4 million over three years, starting in 2024-25, for capital repairs and equipment at publicly assisted postsecondary institutions.
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