Confederation Life Building, Heritage office building in downtown Toronto, Canada.
The Confederation Life Building rises seven floors at Richmond Street East, exhibiting Romanesque Revival architecture with detailed stone masonry and arched windows.
Architects Knox and Elliot designed this structure in 1889 through a competition held by insurance company Confederation Life, completing construction in 1892.
The building represents a turning point in Toronto's commercial architecture, demonstrating the transition from Victorian to modern business construction methods.
The structure maintains its original function as an office building while operating under strict heritage preservation guidelines established by the Ontario Heritage Act.
Following a severe fire in 1981 that damaged the top floor and roof, the building underwent complete restoration while preserving its historical features.
Location: Toronto
Address: 2-14 Richmond Street East
GPS coordinates: 43.65200,-79.37850
Latest update: March 17, 2025 08:46
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