Moose Jaw in Moose Jaw No. 161, Saskatchewan — The Prairie Region (North America)
McIntyre Hall
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 22, 2022
1. McIntyre Hall Marker (left side)
[left side] Originally constructed by the Royal Bank of Canada in 1914, at a cost of $100,000, this terra cotta clad Beaux-Arts structure subsequently served for a time as home to the Bank of Montreal until 2008, when it was acquired by the law firm of Chow McLeod.
Efforts to restore the buildings interior were recognized in 2009 with Heritage Awards for adaptive reuse from the City of Moose Jaw and the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan.
[right side] Born March 15, 1918, William Rogers McIntyre was raised and educated in Moose Jaw where he attended King George Public School and Central Collegiate Institute. After earning a Bachelor of Laws Degree from the University of Saskatchewan in 1946, Mr. Justice McIntyre went on to a distinguished legal career, culminating with his appointment to the Supreme Court of Canada in 1979 where he faithfully served until his retirement in 1989.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Law Enforcement • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1914.
Location. 50° 23.504′ N, 105° 32.179′ W.
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Regionally, this marker is in Southeast Saskatchewan. It is also in the Prairies. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony and also Ruperts Land.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: City Hall 1912-14 (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Central Fire Station (about 150 meters away); Fire Hall 1909-10 (about 150 meters away); Moose Jaw Court House (about 210 meters away); a different marker also named Moose Jaw Court House (about 210 meters away); Main Street from CPR Station, c. 1908 (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Centennial of Confederation (approx. 0.3 kilometers
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 22, 2022
2. McIntyre Hall Marker (right side)
More about this marker. This marker comprises two panels, one mounted on the left side of the front entrance and the other mounted on the right side.
Also see . . .
1. McIntyre Hall (City of Moose Jaw Heritage Properties).
Excerpt: Renamed in honour of Moose Jaws most successful barrister in 2008, the value of McIntyre Hall lies in its architecture. Designed by Montreal-based architect Kenneth Rea, this building was one of many commissions which Rea received to design branch offices for the Royal Bank of Canada. The buildings ornate decoration and scale were meant to be seen as outward manifestations of the reliability and permanence of the bank. Set on a granite base, its ornate decoration includes terra cotta tiling manufactured by the Atlantic Terra Cotta Company from New York State. The terra cotta tiling includes fluted columns with capitals, swags, floral motifs, S-brackets, dentils, and a cornice with parapet, balustrade and crest of the Royal Bank of Canada, that is topped by a flagpole.(Submitted on November 25, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, June 22, 20223. McIntyre Hall
The heritage value of McIntyre Hall also rests in its role in Moose Jaws development. The Royal Bank arrived in Moose Jaw in 1906 and by 1907 operated from quarters in the now demolished Cecil Hotel on River Street. The bank was the second national banking institution to arrive in the City and its operations furthered local economic development and signaled confidence in Moose Jaws future. Built during the early 20th century boom, the construction of this building, like others saw smaller commercial buildings housing profitable businesses torn down for grander ones.
2. The Honourable William Rogers McIntyre (Supreme Court of Canada).
Excerpt: He graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a B.A. in 1939. He enlisted in the armed forces two years later and served overseas in the Second World War. In 1946 he returned to Canada and completed an LL.B. at the University of Saskatchewan. Called to the bars of Saskatchewan and British Columbia the following year, he settled in Victoria and joined the law firm of Whittaker & McIllree. He was appointed to the Supreme Court of British Columbia in 1967 and elevated to the British Columbia Court of Appeal six years later. On January 1, 1979, he was appointed to the Supreme Court of Canada. He served on the Supreme Court for 10 years and retired on February 15, 1989. Justice McIntyre died on June 14, 2009, at the age of 91.(Submitted on November 25, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Credits. This page was last revised on November 25, 2025. It was originally submitted on November 21, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 109 times since then and 86 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 25, 2025, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
