Application for ECU Student Housing
Thank you for your interest in student housing through Emily Carr University of Art + Design.
Emily Carr University has partnered with GEC Living, one of Canada's largest providers of purpose-built student accommodation, to offer furnished, community-oriented housing options for eligible students in Vancouver at GEC Kingsway, 4589 Gladstone St, Vancouver, BC V5N 0H6. Through this partnership, students have access to safe, professionally managed residences designed specifically for ECU students, with flexible lease terms that align with the academic year.
Accommodation is available in a variety of room types, and photos / videos are available on GEC's website (click here to view). Current rates begin at $1,250 per month for shared accommodations and under $1,800 per month for private rooms, including furnishings, utilities, Wi-Fi, and access to on-site amenities. The building is located near rapid transit, providing convenient access to campus (included with your UPass).
This application allows Student Services to assess your eligibility, understand your housing needs and preferences, and determine the most appropriate placement based on availability. Should you have questions before completing the application, please reach out to us at housingsupport@ecuad.ca.
ECU offers a limited number of these furnished student housing spaces through our housing partner. Housing is subject to availability. Applications will be reviewed and spaces assigned based on availability, accommodation requirements, compatibility, and the information provided in the application. Students requiring housing-related accommodations should identify their needs in the application and provide any documentation to illustrate their needs.
The application should take approximately 10–15 minutes to complete and is due in full by August 3, 2026. Subsequently, deposits are due by end of business day on August 4, 2026.
Successful applicants will receive an email with their housing offer, fees, payment deadlines, lease and next steps on or before Friday, August 7, 2026. Students who cannot initially be offered a space may be placed on a waitlist.
Before you begin, we recommend having the following information available:
- Your Emily Carr student number
- Emergency contact information
- Your anticipated arrival and departure dates
- Any accessibility or accommodation requirements
- Information about your housing preferences
We look forward to helping you find a welcoming place to call home while studying at Emily Carr.
⚠️ $300 Housing Deposit Payment
Note - After submitting this form, a non-refundable $300 housing deposit is due immediately to complete your application. Your application will not be processed until payment is received. You will receive an email confirming your submission of this application. Once your deposit is received, you will receive a confirmation email that your application is complete.
Payment options:
- Online banking – Pay through your Canadian bank using “bill payment”. The payee is Emily Carr University and use your ECU student ID as the account number. Please allow a few business days for processing.
- In-person – Visit the Student Payments Office (Financial Services, Level 2), Monday–Friday, 9:00–12:30 and 1:30–3:45. Canadian debit card, cheque, cash (no change provided), or money order accepted.
If you have questions about payment, contact cashier@ecuad.ca.
Eligibility
- Submission of an application does not guarantee that housing will be offered.
- Housing offers are made based on eligibility, availability, and the information provided in your application.
- If you receive an offer, you will be asked to review and sign a Student Housing Agreement and complete the required payment before your housing assignment is confirmed.
Applications Due
This application is due by August 3, 2026.
All applications fees must be paid by end of day (4:00 p.m. PT) on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
There will be no extensions to this deadline.