News Release
Communiqué
CP2015-00594
For Immediate Release
Harper Government Supports the Conservation of Canada’s Rich Built
Heritage at the Dominion Exhibition Display Building II
June 5, 2015
Brandon, Manitoba
Parks Canada Agency
Today, Larry Maguire, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris on behalf of the
Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for
Parks Canada, announced an investment in the conservation of the Dominion Exhibit
Display Building II National Historic Site of Canada.
The Dominion Exhibition Display Building II National Historic Site is a stately wooden
exhibition building located in the midst of the City of Brandon’s exhibition grounds. The
structure’s scale, materials and classical elements proclaim its early 20th-century origins.
Many generations of families have celebrated agriculture and manufacturing in this iconic
hall.
Through Parks Canada’s National Historic Sites Cost-Sharing Program, the Government of
Canada is contribution up to $100,000 for restoration work to complete exterior repairs,
including work on the domed corner pavilions. The work is part of a broader rehabilitation
project. Work will continue the process of preserving this rare surviving example of a
Dominion Exhibition building.
Quick Facts
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Parks Canada’s National Historic Sites Cost-Sharing Program reflects the
Government of Canada’s dedication to protecting Canada’s heritage through
funding towards the conservation of our national historic sites.
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Support helps ensure that work is undertaken in accordance with the highest
standards for heritage conservation and provides opportunities for many skilled
construction and conservation professionals to work on historic places across the
country.
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The Government of Canada continues its efforts to ensure that Canada’s cultural
and natural heritage are protected for the enjoyment, education and appreciation
of all Canadians, today and in the future.
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“One of our Government’s objectives is to inspire Canadians to develop stronger and more
meaningful connections with Canada’s national treasures. By investing in the Dominion
Exhibition Display Building No. II we are paying tribute to its significance to the City of
Brandon and to Western Manitoba. Our rich agricultural background not only defines us
for who we are but is at the heart of our culture and future economic prosperity. Brandon
is not known as the Wheat City for nothing and the Brandon Wheat Kings don’t proudly
wear the golden sheaves of wheat as a fashion statement. We are the Wheat City because
it is our agricultural based economy that made us who we are today. And it is due to our
sense of community, our volunteers, and donors that have restored and given new
purpose and life to the Dome Building.”
Larry Maguire, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris
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www.parkscanada.gc.ca
- 30 Contacts
Jonathan Lefebvre
Office of the Minister of the Environment
819-997-1441
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Parks Canada
1-855-862-1812
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