Rideau Hall Forecourt Rehabilitation Work
The reconfiguration of the forecourt will allow the front entrance arrival area of Rideau Hall to return to its historic roots, with a central space able to accommodate a wide range of events.
Tue, 08/02/2016 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2016-0301-009
"Rideau Hall may have undergone changes over the course of its evolution and will certainly change again in the future, but some things remain constant," said the Governor General. "History happens here. Recognition happens here. Celebrations happen here."
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Dr. Mark Kristmanson delivered remarks. As planner of the Capital and steward of Rideau Hall and the other five official residences in Canada’a Capital Region, the NCC ensures that the official residences retain their historic character while continuing to meet the evolving needs of Canadians.
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His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, and Dr. Mark Kristmanson, Chief Executive Officer of the National Capital Commission (NCC), launched the rehabilitation of Rideau Hall’s forecourt area in preparation for Canada’s 150th anniversary celebrations in 2017.
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The Governor General stopped to greet a tour group on their way to visit the residence.
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Rideau Hall will remain open to the public during construction, which is expected to be completed by the spring of 2017.
Tue, 08/02/2016 - 12:00 MCpl Vincent Carbonneau, Rideau Hall GG02-2016-0301-012