Join us for the launch of A Portrait of Canada’s Parliament by William P. McElligott, edited by Lyette Fortin.

The Centre Block, the iconic parliament building that has come to be Canada’s foremost representation, was closed in 2018 and will remain closed for at least a decade for a complete renovation and restoration. During that time, hundreds of thousands of Canadians and visitors to Canada will miss the opportunity to tour the building and view its architecture and symbolic artwork.

With original photographs from noted architectural photographer William P. McElligott, historical images, and thematic articles written by established subject specialists, A Portrait of Canada’s Parliament/Un Portrait du Parlement du Canada provides a contemporary look at one of the nation’s greatest symbols and documents and analyzes the context, landscape, heritage, and structure of this unique national icon.

Speakers:
The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson
William P. McElligott
Lyette Fortin
Jill Stoner
Audrey O’Brien
Peter Handley