Swift Current, SK – Great Plains College is pleased to announce that renovation work on its new student residence in Swift Current is set to resume this spring, with plans to welcome its first student tenants this fall. The building, located on Sidney Street East, was acquired by the college in 2024 and will be converted into a dedicated student housing space.
The residence will feature 12 bedrooms along with shared kitchen, living and study spaces. Once complete, it will offer an affordable and secure option for students relocating to study at Great Plains College, a short distance from campus and close to key community services and amenities.
“While regional colleges haven’t historically offered student residences, Great Plains College recognizes the changing learner profile in our buildings,” said Brad Mahon, president & CEO at Great Plains College. “More and more, we are seeing students attend the college from beyond our city limits, many of whom need to secure short‑term housing accommodations before relocating for their program. By offering a dedicated residence, we hope to eliminate one more barrier to accessing post‑secondary education and provide future students with a welcoming and supportive place to begin their studies.”
Renovation Request for Proposals (RFPs) have been issued and close April 7, 2026. After contracts are awarded, construction is expected to begin this spring, with completion anticipated by early summer 2026. Application details, rental rates, and eligibility requirements for interested students will be released in May, with applications accepted until June 30, 2026.
As renovations continue, the college will also be announcing sponsorship opportunities in the coming months for local businesses and organizations interested in supporting this legacy project. Great Plains extends its thanks to Innovation Federal Credit Union, who has already stepped forward with a $25,000 contribution through its Legacy Community Development Grant.
“We are fortunate to have long‑standing and committed partnerships throughout the communities we serve, and Innovation Federal Credit Union is a strong example of that support,” added Mahon. “Their contribution to this project reflects the community’s belief in our students and their future. This residence is a legacy initiative that will positively impact learners, the college and the community for years to come.”
For more information about the student residence project or to be notified when more information is available, visit https://www.greatplainscollege.ca/residence or contact Tyler Bragg at @email. To view the RFPs, please visit https://www.greatplainscollege.ca/work-us/rfps-tenders.
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