The University of Guelph has announced plans to construct a new residence for first-year students to meet the increased demand for on-campus housing. Conceptual designs of the residence feature two accessible and sustainably built buildings with a combined capacity for up to 1,500 students in six different unit types. The university is in the process of fast-tracking the project, with a goal of opening the residence within the next five years. In the meantime, UoGuelph is taking steps to add up to 250 more beds for first-year students ahead of Fall 2025 and seeking partnerships in the community to increase student housing capacity. The university has also revised its residence guarantee process and communications to offer clearer information for students and their families.
