Campuses & Store

New Westminster Campus

715 McBride Boulevard, New Westminster, BC V3L 5T4

Our main campus is the administrative hub of the Institute. Even if you do not attend classes here, you will likely interact with staff at this location to register for courses, request an official transcript, or seek out Library and counselling services. The JIBC Store is also located at this campus.

Designed by Vancouver architect Richard Henriquez, the New Westminster Campus is comprised of two distinctive buildings. They are a unique blend of curves and sharp angles, brick, concrete, and steel, and include the main classroom office building and the Dr. Donald B. Rix Public Safety Simulation Building.

Campus Hours

Getting Here

Transit – The campus is located on several bus routes that connect with Skytrain. For specific transit directions visit Translink website.

Cycle – A sheltered bicycle rack is located outside the gymnasium entrance.

Taxi – A direct phone line to Royal City Taxi (604.521.6666) is located beside the pay phone in the hallway leading from the atrium to classrooms CL120-139.

Drive – We encourage you to make a green commuting choice, but if you decide to drive, consider carpooling. Free parking is available. Designated parking for disabled persons is located near both main entrances. Overflow parking is accommodated at the Canada Games Pool lot south of the campus.

Food Service Options

Full cafeteria service, with hot meals, sandwiches, and snacks, is available from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (July & August: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.). Microwaves are provided for your use at the far end of the cafeteria.

Tim Hortons is located in the main atrium serving coffee and a selection of fresh baked goods.  Hours are 7:30 am – 3:00 pm, September through June.

Limited cafeteria service may be available on weekends – check with your instructor or program manager.

Vending machines for snack food items and beverages are located in the hallway near the gymnasium.

Gymnasium and Fitness Room

The fitness room is available for use by all students between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. It is located close to the gymnasium in room AD 136. To use this facility, you are required to sign out an access card at the main information desk. You will be asked to leave photo ID or car keys at the desk until you return the  access card. The fitness room is not staffed so please use the equipment appropriately, and with courtesy to others. Use the equipment at your own risk as JIBC is not responsible for personal injuries.  Men’s and women’s student lockers and shower rooms are located on the basement level, below the gymnasium.

Canada Games Pool and Centennial Community Centre

Located adjacent to JIBC’s campus at 65 Sixth Avenue East, this recreational complex contains an Olympic sized pool and a 5,000 square foot fitness area with a selection of free weights, strength equipment and cardiovascular machines. Membership available.

Quiet Time

For meditation, prayer or quiet time, room CL308A, located in the classroom wing on the third floor, is available for use by students and staff members at any time during the day. The room has cushions and small prayer carpets, and is intended exclusively for quiet activity.

Lounging Around

A student lounge area is located in the atrium behind the main staircase. Couches provide a comfortable area for study, conversation, relaxation, and rest. The garden courtyard outside the cafeteria also serves as a central meeting place for students, faculty, and staff.

Staying Connected

Free wireless Internet access covers the entire New Westminster Campus. Stop by the Library or the main information desk to get your login information.

There is a phone located in the Library. Fax and photocopy services are offered in the Library for a fee.

A Canada Post mailbox is located on the sidewalk near the gymnasium entrance.

A student notice board is located in the hallway between the main information desk and the cafeteria. Postings of housing options, items for sale, and upcoming events are displayed here. Information desk staff will receive and date stamp any notices which may be posted for 30 days.

An ATM is available in the hallway near the main information desk and across from the JIBC Store.

Staying Safe and Secure

If you leave campus buildings after dark, you are encouraged to walk with a friend or colleague using the ‘buddy system’ to watch out for each other. Take time to familiarize yourself with the layout of the campus and the surrounding environment so you know where you are at all times. The campus is patrolled by security after business hours. If you are studying late at night on a JIBC campus with security, you can request an escort to your car from the security personnel. Report problems or anything suspicious to your instructor or the security guard at 604.818.6922.

The main information desk maintains Lost & Found. After business hours, leave a note describing the item at the information desk or with the security office.

Scent-free

Out of respect for fellow students, staff and instructors, please refrain from wearing strongly scented perfume, cologne, aftershave or lotion at every campus of JIBC. Many people are allergic to scents which can have a significant impact on those with certain health conditions such as asthma.

Parking

Please park only in designated spaces. Motorcyclists are requested to park in designated motorcycle stalls.  Illegally parked vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense by New Westminster Towing.

To report illegally parked vehicles, please contact campus security at 604.818.6922 or email: securityguardoffice@jibc.ca.

JIBC Store

Located at the New Westminster Campus, the JIBC Store can be found near the main information desk.