Centre Block of Parliament – East Pavilion

The Centre Block, a Classified Federal Heritage Building, is a prime example of Beaux-Arts and Gothic architecture. Built between 1916 and 1927, it has retained its copper mansard roofs, cresting, and decorative elements. As part of the government’s Long-Term Vision Plan for the Parliamentary precinct, EVOQ restored the East Pavilion, replacing the copper roof and restoring the stone masonry to the highest conservation standards. From 2012 to 2016, the East Pavilion Rehabilitation Project replaced the copper batten roof, dormers, and ornamental copper cresting, replicating the original design. Minor design changes improved durability and reduced deterioration risk. All heritage copper roofing was carried out by Heather and Little Ltd. of Ottawa, ON.