Airdrie residents attending SAIT will have some nicer facilities in the near future.

The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology is receiving $20 million in funding from the Alberta government.

“Good jobs begin with a good education, which is why it’s critical that we support our colleges, universities and technical training institutes. These key infrastructure investments ensure Albertans have access to state-of-the-art learning and training facilities, while addressing the need to create jobs and diversify our economy,” said Marlin Schmidt, Minister of Advanced Education.

The money comes from the Post-Secondary Institutions Strategic Investment Fund (SIF), and will go towards improving the buildings on campus and improving energy efficiency.

“SAIT is grateful for the ongoing support of the Government of Canada. The impact of this funding extends beyond infrastructure. This is an investment in our students, applied education and the economy. It will help us continue to innovate, provide relevant programs and set our students up for success, ensuring they are career-ready when they graduate,” said Dr. David G. Ross, President and CEO, SAIT.

SAIT’s Green Building Technologies Lab and Demonstration Centre, the John Ware Building, and the Senator Burns Building will receive most of the upgrades.

The project will create more than 270 jobs at any given time.