Frequently Asked Questions
Effective Jan. 9, 2023, JIBC studies and training programs will be provided from Royal Roads University’s (RRU) Cedar Building.
RRU is located at 2005 Sooke Road in the City of Colwood. The Cedar Building is located on College Drive on RRU campus grounds. On the map below, you’ll see it’s part of the West Campus. You can watch a short video about Royal Roads campus here.
Royal Roads University is located on the traditional lands of the Xwsepsum and Lekwungen ancestors and families.
JIBC’s current lease expires on Dec. 30, 2022. After considerable research and discussion over the past six months, we have determined that the Cedar Building at RRU is an excellent interim option for our unique learning and training needs until the new Langford campus is ready in 2024.
The move will commence once classes are completed in mid-December and we will be ready to welcome learners on Jan. 9, 2023, with the start of the new term.
There are several transit options for students and staff. Some buses pick up and drop off right on campus while others have stops within walking distance of the campus entrance. A day pass is $5 cash on the bus, or you can pick up a monthly bus pass from designated stores.
- Plan your trip with BC Transit: bctransit.com/victoria/schedules-and-maps
- More commuting information: royalroads.ca/campus/about-campus/getting-campus
- If you choose to cycle to the campus, Greater Victoria’s cycling trail system connects right to the Royal Roads campus, where you’ll find numerous bike racks. The Galloping Goose and Esquimalt & Nanaimo (E&N) Rail trails run right by the front entrance to RRU.
Parking is available at the Cedar Building. The current day rate for parking is $8 (or you can park for shorter periods at a cost of $1 per hour). Weekly, monthly, and yearly permits are a great way to save on parking, and there are additional discounts for hybrid and electric vehicles. RRU reviews parking rates on an annual basis.
You can find more information on parking at the RRU campus here: royalroads.ca/campus/campus/parking
Signage at the main entrance to RRU’s Colwood campus directs to the Cedar Building, located on the west side of the campus. You can find a map indicating the location of the Cedar Building here: Royal Roads campus map
Upon entering the Cedar Building, signage will be in place to guide students to their respective classrooms.
The new location offers spacious learning environments, indoor and outdoor simulation training spaces, as well as parking and access for training vehicles such as the JIBC training ambulance.
The multi-storey, 14,000 square foot facility is a recognized heritage building that once served as the cow barn and dairy on the historic Dunsmuir estate. Modern upgrades to the building have improved accessibility and created a mix of flexible classroom spaces, open and closed offices, meeting rooms and modest amenity spaces (kitchen space, lounge, washrooms).
There are ground level access points to all areas of the Cedar Building and universal facilities.
RRU Campus Security patrols the campus 24 hours per day, seven days per week. In case of emergency, RRU Campus Security can be reached 24/7 by phone at 250-391-2525.
The campus is a very safe, welcoming and inclusive community that celebrates diversity. The RRU Standards of Conduct and Service reflect the university’s core values of being caring, creative and courageous.
The new location offers spacious learning environments as well as indoor and outdoor scenario simulation training spaces. It also includes parking and access for training vehicles such as the JIBC training ambulance.
On-campus amenities available include:
- Sherman Jen Kiosk (located next door in the Sherman Jen Building)
- Habitat Café (located across from Hatley Castle in the Grant Building)
- Recreation Centre (located on College Drive)
- The campus - set on a National Historic Site - is located on 565 forested acres with kilometres of biking, walking and running trails which weave through forest, wrap around garden beds, and wind along the oceanside.
Except for Paramedic Academy, we anticipate most of our students will be in civilian attire. RRU will communicate the unique nature of our training to students and all campus users, including area residents who use the campus for recreational activities, like running and walking the dog, so they are not under the impression that “real emergencies” are happening. “Training scenario in progress” signage will continue to be used.
We are welcomed to RRU as full community members and will always want to show our respect to our educational partners and others. While we expect all JIBC students to always act in a manner consistent with the JIBC code of conduct, we remind you that we are guests on this property and to act with integrity, whether in uniform or not. Remember that we all represent JIBC, our professions of choice, and each other in the broader community.
We are confident the new location will provide both a superior learning environment, and student experience. However, if it is not possible for you to attend your program due to the change of venue, please contact Student Services directly at register@jibc.ca and they will work with you to find a solution that addresses your specific circumstances.