Following this summer’s groundbreaking for Gidigaa Migizi College and the new Otonabee College Residence, construction activity has commenced on the East Bank on the former parking lots Y, R and S. Over the coming months, changes to vehicle and pedestrian access on East Bank can be expected as the boundaries of the work site are finalized. 

Here is the latest information about changes to roadways, walkways, building access, and parking now in effect: 

Access to East Bank & Parking

• Beginning October 7, Pioneer Road will be the only entry to East Bank Drive
• East Bank Drive has been reconfigured to connect to new parking lots, R, S and V so drivers will be able to access all parking lots on the East Bank from the Pioneer Road entrance
• The Nassau Mills entrance to East Bank Drive and the temporary laneway will be closed to campus traffic beginning October 7 and for the remainder of the fall term
• Previous parking lots Y, R, and S on the north side of the Science Complex remain closed to vehicles and pedestrians

Building Access & Transit

• The middle entrance of Otonabee College Residence (OCR) continues to be the primary entrance to ESC, SC and OCA from the new parking lots; other south and west end entrances to these buildings remain open 
• Accessible access to OCA, ESC, and SC is through the south end of OCA
• Accessible parking is available near the south side of the Otonabee College Academics building via Gzowski College Way; five accessible parking spots have also been added to Lot U
• GO and City buses will continue to stop at Mackenzie House and the Gzowski College loop only

Shipping & Receiving: 

• Shipping and Receiving is now back in their normal location with deliveries and pickups returning to normal practices
• Shipping and Receiving deliveries will return to the entry off Nassau Mills Road with two-way traffic for entry and exit

Upcoming Construction Activity

Monday, October 13, contractors will begin demolition of the existing Science Workshop and Science Storage buildings. Some increased noise, dust and vehicle activity are expected during this work. 

The campus community is asked to travel with extra caution and time, watch for work vehicles, and follow updated signage on-site. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. 

Visit the Campus Projects Hub for more information and updates about Gidigaa Migizi College and the new Otonabee College residence.