Public Safety Building, Government headquarters in Exchange District, Winnipeg, Canada
The Public Safety Building featured Brutalist architecture with substantial mullions and heavy masonry construction using Manitoba Tyndall stone throughout its exterior walls.
From 1966 to 2016, this structure served as the main headquarters for the Winnipeg Police Service before its demolition in 2020 due to structural issues.
The building reflected Canadian institutional architecture of the 1960s through its fortress-like appearance and integration with the surrounding warehouse district.
Different floors contained specialized facilities including courtrooms, detention areas, communication centers, and administrative offices for various police department divisions.
The limestone cladding deteriorated due to Manitoba's freeze-thaw cycles, requiring the installation of protective walkways to prevent falling stone hazards.
Location: Manitoba
Made from material: limestone
GPS coordinates: 49.89970,-97.14100
Latest update: March 9, 2025 22:22
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