Today, the Honourable Darren Fisher, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence announced, on behalf of the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, the recent award of a $60.6 million contract to Pomerleau of Bedford, N.S., for the first package of work in Phase 2 of the North Park Armoury rehabilitation and modernization project.
This project will rehabilitate the structure of the Armoury, which was damaged during the Halifax Explosion of 1917. Interior renovations will lead to more efficient and modernized operational capabilities for Reserve units currently operating out of the Armoury. It is home to the Princess Louise Fusiliers, One Army Cadet Corps, and will be the future home of the Halifax Rifles (Royal Canadian Armoured Corps).
Phase 2 is divided into two parts - part one will rehabilitate the armoury's remaining walls, roof, foundations and windows, and part two will upgrade the armoury's interior. Following the recent contract award, work is now underway on the armoury's exterior and is expected to be completed in 2028. This rehabilitation project is expected to create more than 300 jobs.
Canada is investing in modern and functional defence infrastructure to support the evolving needs of our military.
