The sad, long\u002Drunning saga of the prime minister\u0027s official residence must end soon.
All this reporting, based only on partial information, stokes negative public opinion about what is arguably the most important house in Canada, and a national treasure.’s report put it, “The official residences are more than just housing for Canada’s top political leaders; they are part of Canada’s heritage, and as such, they belong to all Canadians. They contribute to Canada’s positive image abroad and are often a source of pride for Canadians who visit them.
So Duclos needs to reassure Canadians that an actual plan for the property will be delivered this fall, as promised by his predecessor.For instance, the number reported by the NCC in 2021, $36.64 million, is for “deferred maintenance.” But a 2017 report by Turner & Townsend , “Final Report — Cost Assurance and Benchmarking Exercise — 24 Sussex Drive” identified a wide range of contingencies, cost allowances, escalations, and 4,000 sq. ft. of additional space as part of that number. This suggests that the $36.64 million so widely reported by the media includes a lot more than simply “deferred maintenance” on the main residence.
The T&T report stated that its review was based upon third-party drawings, specifications and cost estimates produced in 2009 for the purpose of issuing a public tender for construction work. Perhaps the victim of fragile political optics during a minority government term, no tender was issued at the time.Article content
In 2008, the cost of needed “renovations” was reported to be $10 million. Further, it was reported earlier this year that remedial work currently in progress at 24 SussexWith the cabinet shuffle comes an opportunity for government to review the 24 Sussex file and explain to Canadians exactly what is included in the cost estimate, how it grew from $10 million to almost $37 million in 15 years, and what the current number is — both after remedial work is completed and for any additional plans.
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