STEM Collegiate is Growing!
STEM Collegiate has received site approval and planning dollars from the Government of Alberta for a future school in Edmonton’s Heritage Valley area.
The future school is being planned to serve 1,200 students in Grades 7–12 in a modern learning environment designed to support hands-on, interdisciplinary STEM education.
Current project stage: Planning
Conceptual site plan. For illustrative purposes only. Subject to planning and design.
Project at a Glance
Location
Heritage Valley
Grades
Grades 7-12
Planned Capacity
1,200 Students
Current Stage
Planning
Why This Project Matters
Demand for STEM Collegiate’s educational model continues to grow. As of September 2026, more than 900 students were on the school’s waitlist.
The future facility is intended to expand access to specialized STEM education and create more opportunities for students to connect classroom learning with post-secondary education, industry and real-world applications.
- Purpose-built environments for STEM learning
- Hands-on, interdisciplinary learning experiences
- Stronger connections with industry and post-secondary partners
Where the Project Stands
Site approval and planning dollars are an important milestone, but construction is not beginning yet. Additional planning, design and government approvals are still required.
Complete
Site Approval
The Heritage Valley site has been approved and planning dollars have been provided.
Underway
Planning
STEM Collegiate will work with the Government of Alberta and project partners to develop the project.
Future
Design and Approvals
Further design work and government approvals will be required before construction can begin.
Not yet confirmed
Construction and Opening
Construction and opening dates have not yet been confirmed.
The Heritage Valley Site
The approved site is located near 28 Avenue SW and 122 Street SW in south Edmonton’s Heritage Valley area, close to community amenities, transit connections and other schools.
Planning work will help determine the final layout, design and features of the future school.
Proposed Heritage Valley site in south Edmonton, near 28 Avenue SW and 122 Street SW.
Project Updates
We will share updates about the facility, project timeline, future enrolment and anticipated opening as information is confirmed and approved for public release.
Site Approval and Planning Dollars Announced
STEM Collegiate has received site approval and planning dollars from the Government of Alberta for a future school in Edmonton’s Heritage Valley area. This milestone allows the project to move into its planning stage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Government of Alberta has provided site approval and planning dollars for a future STEM Collegiate school in Edmonton. This allows planning work to advance. Further design work and government approvals are required before construction can begin.
The approved site is in the Heritage Valley area of south Edmonton, near 28 Avenue SW and 122 Street SW. Additional site details will be shared as they are confirmed and approved for public release.
A construction date has not been confirmed. Site approval and planning dollars allow planning to advance, but further design work and government approvals are still required.
An opening date has not been confirmed. Updates will be provided as the project progresses.