Project name: University of Victoria – ECS Building Project type: Education Location: Victoria, BC Project size: 95,000 sq.ft. Completion date: June 2006 Project contact: Knud Mortensen General contractor: University of Victoria Electrical budget: $2.3 million Construction budget: $20 million Project Description: The UVic Engineering & Computer Science (ECS) building is a leading-edge structure, designed by Terrence Williams.  The overall building is 25% more energy efficient than the Model National Energy Code for Buildings.  The six storey high-tech building is the largest and tallest on campus, and is striving for LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) Gold accreditation.  The ECS building houses the department of Computer Science and the Engineering co-operative education program.  There are two large lecture theatres.  Sustainable design features include optimized natural light, a recycled water plumbing system and natural landscaping.  Building systems include a unit sub-station, emergency generator, extensive linear lighting and lighting control, lecture dimming control, data/tel/fiber cabling, CCTV system, security system, hearing/sound/projection system and a clock system.  Canem is a LEED accredited contractor and is proud to be involved in constructing this facility to the highest energy efficient and environmental friendly standards.