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Description of Local Area
GEC Pearson residence includes 2 six-floor buildings located on the southside of Vancouver. The residence is less than a 10-minute walk from the Marine Drive Skytrain Station that connects with Downtown Vancouver in less than 20 min.
Description of Accommodation
All rooms have access to a living space and well-stocked kitchen. GEC Pearson also includes in-suite laundry, gym, outdoor common space, and underground parking (extra cost might apply), as well as controlled access and 24/7 video surveillance of all entrances and public areas.
Miscellaneous
- Cleaning service provided b-weekly (only in communal areas).
- 1 dryer/ 1 washer per unit (Free usage)
- The luggage drop off can be arranged upon arrival with the security guard directly
- Utility bills are included
- On-site security and 24/7 video surveillance
- Kitchen utensils provided
Accommodation Features
Room facilities
Safety box
Tv
Phone
Heating
Air conditioning
Fan
Bed linen
Towels
Iron
Hairdryer
Wifi
Room cleaning
Building facilities
- Balcony
- Cleaning Service Provided
- Communal Kitchen
- Communal Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Garden
- Laundry Facilities
- Lift
Room Type
Single rooms
Room size: APPROX. 76 sq feet
Bathroom Type
Shared bathroom
(Shower and/ or bath tub, depending on the apartment)
Board Status
Self-catering
Address
GEC Pearson Residence,
7657 Cambie St, Vancouver,
BC V6P 3H8
Emergency Number
+1-236-514-1230
Arrival and departure
Arrival Day: Saturday (Sunday arrival is possible).
Check in: 16:00
Early Check-in is not allowed but the student is permitted to stay in the common areas until their room is ready.
Late check-in is allowed
Departure Day: Saturday
Check out: 11:00
Late check out is not allowed but students can wait in the common areas until they need to leave to the airport.
Journey to school
- Student will head south on Cambie St toward W 61st Ave and enter the Marine Drive Station.
- Student will take the Canada Line from Marine Drive Station towards Waterfront for 15 minutes (7 stops) and get off at Vancouver City Center.
- Student will exit the Vancouver City Centre Station and head southeast on W Georgia St towards Granville St.
- Student will then turn left onto Seymour St and then right onto Dunsmuir St. EC Vancouver is located at 570 Dunsmiur St, Vancouver BC V6B 1Y1, Canada.
Cancellations
Cancellation prior to arrival
Students cancelling or postponing 14 days or less prior to their accommodation dates will be charged a two-week accommodation fee at the rate quoted in the price list for the accommodation booked and the accommodation placement fee.
Cancellation after arrival
Students leaving their accommodation must give notice in writing 4 weeks prior to termination. If the 4-week notice period is not provided a cancellation fee equal to 4 weeks of the accommodation cost will apply. After deducting the price of accommodation used at the rate quoted in the price list, including the required notice period charged at the same rate, students will be refunded the remaining accommodation costs.
Airport Pickup
If you booked an airport transfer, someone will meet you at the airport and bring you to your residence.
If you are at International arrivals, you will meet an EC Transfer Representative after you walk through 2 sets of automatic doors. They will be wearing a yellow t-shirt and holding a yellow sign with the EC logo on it and standing across from the wooden statues.
If you are at Domestic Arrivals, collect your bag from the baggage carousel and wait in that area. You will see an EC Transfer Representative wearing a yellow t-shirt and holding a yellow sign with the EC logo on it.
If after 10 minutes you cannot see the EC representative, just call +1 604.988.7639 or text/WhatsApp +1.778.773.5466 (from the public phone, information desk or a mobile phone).
If your flight is missed, delayed, or cancelled, or if there is any other problem, you should notify EC Transfer Representative by calling +1 604.988.7639 or text / WhatsApp +1.778.773.5466 (from the information desk or a mobile phone) to rearrange your transfer time and avoid additional cost.
Airport Procedures
IF YOU DID NOT REQUEST AN AIRPORT PICK UP, YOU HAVE SEVERAL OPTIONS . CHECK-IN TIME IS 4:00 PM OR AFTER. NO EARLIER CHECK-IN IS ALLOWED. On arrival please press buzzer code 1111 or please contact the caretaker at +1 778 251 3468.
House Rules
- A $431.23 payment is required on arrival ($131.25 amenities fee and $300 for a refundable deposit). The $300 deposit will be refunded 5-15 business days after checkout
- 18+ as adult students, no EC custodianship
- Mix Gender.
- Guests are not allowed
- Smoking is not allowed (not even on the balconies or through the windows)
- Students arriving in EC accommodation between 22.00 – 08.00 may be asked to book alternative accommodation for their first night. This is to ensure student’s safety on arrival.
- While we promote and support diversity, we cannot guarantee language mix. However, we always encourage students to use English to communicate, be respectful and inclusive of others
- EC provides a clean living space for all students and expects a basic level of respect from all students. For example, if something is dropped, pick it up; do not leave clothes and belongings on the floor; place rubbish and leftovers in a garbage bag
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Students are required to follow EC Student Code of Conduct, failure to do so can result in termination of the accommodation.
For more accommodation terms please refer to EC accommodation terms.