The East Block. This building, completed in 1865, was the centre of Canada’s government for 110 years. It housed the offices of the Privy Council, the Prime Minister, and until 1942, those of the Governor General. In 1981 Public Works Canada completed the restoration of the historic chambers and the renovation of offices for parliamentarians. / L’Édifice de l’Est. Achevé en 1865, cet édifice fut pendant 110 ans le siège du gouvernement canadien. Il a logé les bureaux du conseil privé et du premier ministre et, jusqu’en 1942, ceux du gouverneur général. En 1981, Travaux publics Canada a terminé la restauration des pièces historiques et la rénovation des bureaux destinés aux parlementaires.

A small plaque above reads: This plaque was unveiled by Her Majesty the Queen on April 17, 1982. / Cette plaque a été dévoilée par Sa Majesté la Reine, le 17 avril 1982.

111 Wellington Street, Ottawa, ON
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by Government of Canada

Colour: bronze

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