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24 Sussex Drive, originally called Gorffwysfa and usually referred to simply as 24 Sussex, is the official residence of the prime minister of Canada, located in the New Edinburgh neighbourhood of Ottawa, Ontario.
Apr 15, 2024 · The $4.3 million project to decommission 24 Sussex Drive includes removing and storing the "heritage fabric, such as doors and mouldings," abatement of asbestos and removal of "obsolete mechanical ...
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24 Sussex Drive. In fall 2022, the NCC began the process of closing 24 Sussex Drive, the official residence of the Prime Minister of Canada. The building was closed for health and safety reasons, as well as to protect this classified heritage asset.
Jul 14, 2018 · Although 24 Sussex Drive has seen its share of high-profile visitors, including Sir Winston Churchill and John F. Kennedy, it’s not quite the White House or even 10 Downing Street in London ...
Feb 3, 2024 · Crews at 24 Sussex Drive have removed all the asbestos, lead and mould from the crumbling house. Valérie Dufour, a spokesperson for the NCC, said crews have also stripped out the old electrical ...
Sep 1, 2023 · As part of an effort to save 24 Sussex Drive for future prime ministers, a group of heritage-minded construction industry figures has come forward with a plan to restore the dilapidated residence.
Nov 5, 2017 · Despite this building being the official residence of the Canadian Prime Minister, most people know little about the history of 24 Sussex. 24 Sussex before renovations were done in 1950 prior to Prime Minister Louis St. Laurent moving in. Source: The Ottawa Citizen. Built on four acres along the Ottawa River, 24 Sussex Drive was completed in 1868.
