Customs House
[English]
The 1957 portion of the building was renovated to provide retail space and a heritage facade compatible with the original 1914 section. This project was completed by Public Works Canada as a contribution to the historical preservation of the City of Victoria, and was commemorated by the Honourable Elmer MacKay, Minister of Public Works, on June 1, 1992. Public Works Canada Government of Canada
[French]
Bureau des Douanes
La partie de l’édifice datant de 1957 fut rénovée afin d’offrir des locaux commerviaux et une façade compatible à celle de la partie originale de l’édifice, qui date de 1914.
Ce projet, achevé par Travaux publics Canada contribue à la conservation du patrimoine de la ville de Victoria et fut commémoré par l’honorable Elmer MacKay, ministre des Travaux publics, le 1 juin 1992.
Travaux publics Canada
Gouvernement du Canada
Erected 1992 by Government of Canada.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical month for this entry is June 1851.
Location. 48° 25.403′ N, 123° 22.11′ W. Marker is in Victoria, British Columbia, in Capital. It is in Downtown. Marker is at the intersection of Government Street and Courtney Street on Government Street. Touch for map.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Windsor Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); 100th Anniversary of the Canadian Navy (within shouting distance of this marker); Royal Canadian Navy (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); The “Veteran Sailor” (about 90 meters away); Vancouver Island Wallmap Mural (about 90 meters away); Arbutus Tree (Arbutus menziesii) (about 120 meters away); Fort Victoria (about 120 meters away); Old Victoria Custom House (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Victoria.
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