LA'U,WEL,NEW TRIBAL SCHOOL, SAANICH, BC

The project is located on Tsartlip Reserve in Saanich on Vancouver Island, BC and was completed in 1990. 

The Funding and Development Process Review provided by the Department of Northern and Indian Affairs and Public Works and Government Services Canada.

FEATURES:

• Programming for school K-12, floor area (+/-) 2,100 Sq. M.

• Construction Budget 3.8 million Dollars including Significant Development of on-site and off-site services.

• Sustainable construction technologies utilizing 100% wood and engineered wood and other value added materials and finishes without toxic emissions.

• Building envelope and mechanical systems designed for low energy consumption and low maintenance costs.

• Project Delivery Involved development of all designs in close cooperation during design meetings with all user groups of the community such as:

1. Pupils and Teachers

2. Parents and Grandparents

3. Chief and Members of the Council

• Project was constructed with local band labour and under the construction management contract.

• The project was completed within the scheduled time and below the estimated budget.