La Promenade Building, Office building on Sparks Street, Ottawa, Canada
Description
La Promenade Building is a 12-story office complex at 151 Sparks Street that houses office space for government departments and parliamentary services. The structure contains multiple conference rooms, secure access areas, and various office spaces throughout.
History
The building was constructed in 1972 and underwent major renovation in 2010 to house parliamentarians during West Block renovations at Parliament Hill. This modernization solidified its role as a key part of the governmental infrastructure near the parliamentary complex.
Culture
The structure was renamed to Valour Building in 2014 to honor recipients of the Star of Military Valour from the Afghanistan conflict.
Practical
The location sits on Sparks Street, a main corridor of Ottawa's government district, making it accessible and easy to find. Visitors should know this is an active government building where security checks may be required for entry.
Did you know?
Located at coordinates 45°25′18″N and 75°42′03″W, the building maintains its role in supporting Canadian governmental operations near Parliament Hill.
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