Secure your spot: Limited Affordable Student Housing available starting September 1st! More information HERE.

GEC Housing

We are thrilled to announce that, starting September 1, limited shared accommodation spaces will be available in East Vancouver for Columbia College students, in partnership with GEC housing. Applications are now open!

For New Students (Fall 2024):

  • Complete the application form by August 2, 2024.
  • Offers will be sent out on August 5, 2024.
  • Sign the lease and pay the first 2 months’ rent by August 15, 2024.
  • Move-in begins on September 1, 2024.
  • Click HERE for the detailed application timeline. 

For Current Students:

  • No application deadline.
  • To move in starting September 1, 2024, sign the lease by July 31, 2024, and pay the first month’s rent by August 15, 2024.
  • Please note that the timeline is subject to change depending on the student’s application date. Our Housing Coordinator will contact the student directly in case of any changes.

Location

The accommodation is at 4589 Gladstone Street in Vancouver (V5N 2T4), a 25-minute direct bus ride from our campus. 

Cost

A private room will cost $965 per month or a shared room with bunk beds or beds end-to-end is $725 per person per month. There will also be a $20 to $25 monthly insurance charge. In addition, you will be required to pay a $300 refundable damage deposit before you move in.

What is included in these amounts?

• Fully furnished room with desk, chair, storage space and bedding provided

• Stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, cookware, sofa and dining table with chairs, all shared between 3-4 people

• Shared bathroom between 2-3 people

• In-suite laundry

• High-speed internet

• 24/7 emergency assistance

• Air-conditioning

• All utilities and bills

• Housekeeping

• Shared rooftop patio

• Shared social lounge

Example floorplan:

Am I eligible?

To be eligible to live in this accommodation, you must meet the following criteria:

• You must be 19 or over

• You must be studying in the University (Associate Degree) program

• You must be in good academic standing (not on probation)

Got questions?

Please email us at [email protected]