Canada’s Parliament Buildings have served this country for more than 150 years and are an important symbol of democracy and national pride. A complex rehabilitation project is underway to restore and modernize these national treasures so they can continue to serve for many years to come.
At the heart of the activity is Centre Block, the permanent home of the Senate, the House of Commons and the Library of Parliament. This building is being rehabilitated to support modern parliamentary operations while respecting its beautiful heritage. The construction of Canada’s new Parliament Welcome Centre is also underway.
The Centre Block and Peace Tower were constructed between 1916 and 1927, in the Gothic Revival style. The Centre Block Rehabilitation Project is the largest and most complex heritage rehabilitation ever undertaken in Canada.
Check out our YouTube video where National Trust for Canada Executive Director Patricia Kell speaks to Dominion Sculptor John-Philippe Smith and Senior Director, Centre Block Design and Heritage Oversight Lena Trenholm about the Centre Block Rehabilitation Project! Click Here to Watch the Video!
