Windsor Station

Windsor Station is a railway station with a gray limestone facade featuring wide arched openings and vertically grouped windows, designed in Richardsonian Romanesque style. A fifteen-story tower was added to the building in 1916 and remains a defining feature of its exterior.

The station opened in 1889 as the headquarters of the Canadian Pacific Railway and remained a major transportation hub until 1996. Thousands of immigrants passed through its halls as they began their new lives across Canada.

The Angel of Victory monument inside honors railway workers who lost their lives during World War I, serving as a focal point for remembrance. This memorial has made the space a place of quiet reflection for visitors passing through.

The station connects to the RÉSO underground network, making it easily accessible from other parts of the city. Today it houses office spaces, restaurants, and event venues that visitors can explore.

The additions made between 1909 and 1914 combined Romanesque Revival and Château architectural styles in a distinctive way. This blend demonstrates how the Canadian Pacific Railway evolved its building designs over time.

Location: Ville-Marie

Inception: 1889

Architects: Bruce Price, William Sutherland Maxwell, Daniel John Crighton

Official opening: 1889

Architectural style: Richardsonian Romanesque

Part of: Dorchester Square and Place-du-Canada Heritage Site

GPS coordinates: 45.49667,-73.56806

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:26