Last year, the Government of Alberta announced the allocation of $63 million in capital funding to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology for the renovation and expansion of the W.J. Elliott Building (Trades Building). This key investment is designed to enhance student spaces and meet the growing demand for skilled trades education in Alberta, marking a significant step toward the future of trades training at the College.
The Executive Leadership Team at Olds College has approved plans for a temporary building relocation during the upcoming three-year renovation and expansion of the W.J. Elliott Building, scheduled to begin in summer 2025. As part of this, all classes, labs and workstations currently housed in the W.J. Elliott Building will be temporarily relocated to either the Industry Training Centre on campus or one of the six bays at the Netook Crossing Business Park. The only exceptions will be classes scheduled in Lab B and Lab C, which will remain available throughout construction.
To keep the community informed, this page will serve as a central hub for updates throughout the relocation process, including preparation details and ongoing progress.
Temporarily Relocation of W.J. Elliott (Trades) Building
The following programs will have classes relocated to either the Industry Training Centre or a nearby off-campus location:
Note: A few other programs might experience minimal impacts.
No, current classes will continue as normal. The majority of the relocation is scheduled to start on May 1, 2025, and will be completed in time for August 2025 classes. Classes prior to this date should not be affected.
The construction will take approximately three years to complete, commencing in Summer 2025. Classes will be relocated to the newly renovated building once it is completed.
We’ve made the decision to temporarily relocate classes, labs and workstations to avoid potential disruptions during construction. Our scheduling team is committed to ensuring a smooth transition and will do everything possible to minimize any disruptions between locations, including providing transportation to and from the off-campus location if needed, among other efforts.
Specific location details will be included in your class schedule, intended for distribution closer to your start date.
Students' education experience and classroom/lab curriculum will remain the same. We are dedicated to providing you with the same high-quality learning experience, regardless of location.
We are working to secure a locations nearby campus that is fully equipped with the necessary tools and equipment for each class. On-site washrooms, wifi and free parking will also be available.
We will work to ensure all students are informed in advance through Recruitment and the Office of Registrar.
All other facilities and buildings on campus, including the Metals building, will not be impacted during the construction.