University of Victoria - Sinclair Rd
Building Info - map
510-bed residence buildings with a 17 storey high-rise wing
60 beds (90 quad units) for upper-year undergraduates, and a 7 storey wing with 150 studio apartments for graduate students
Location - parking lot off Sinclair Road, replacing about 120 existing parking spaces
Project cost is estimated at $178 million, construction expected to begin Spring 2026 and complete in 2029
Design yet to be finalized but likely will remain close to the renderings provided
Developer
University of Victoria
Architect
Appears to be Diamond Schmitt
Context
Walk score of 37, bike score 79, transit 73
Status
December 2025 Status - active proposal stage
"UVic has held two phases of community consultations to date, sharing information and receiving input from neighbours and other interest-holders that will help shape the project. A final phase of engagement is anticipated in early Spring 2026 to share the design and provide updated information on the construction process."
Media and Images
October 3, 2025 UVic announcement
October 4, 2025 Times Colonist news story