Behind the limestone façade facing Union Street, the new Innovation and Wellness Centre is beginning to take shape. The construction phase is now well underway with crews putting the heavy-duty structural steel in place.

The new facility will replace the former Physical Education Centre that was built in the 1930s and 1970s. It is set to feature expanded research and innovation spaces, a wellness centre, athletics and recreation facilities, the Queen’s University International Centre, and a new exam centre among other amenities.

Construction on the IWC began in September 2016, thanks to investments from Queen’s, the federal and provincial governments, and numerous benefactors. Once all of the exterior walls are in place later this fall, crews will be busy creating the state-of-the-art interior throughout the winter. The new facility is set to open in fall 2018.

Want to keep a close eye on the construction progress? Check out our live webcam feed at any time.