Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was in Quebec City on Saturday, where he celebrated the return of the oldest French-Canadian regiment still in existence to its modernized armoury.
The Voltigeurs de Quebec Armoury was built in 1887 and damaged by fire in 2008.
READ MORE: Federal government announces $100-million to rebuild Quebec City’s armoury
Some $104 million has been spent rebuilding the landmark building.
“Homecoming day is finally here, and judging by the looks it, it was worth the wait,” Trudeau said at the ceremony, which was marked by a military manoeuvre and a 35-piece band.
Get breaking National news
He called the building “an architectural masterpiece” that combines elements of tradition and modernity.
Trudeau was also made an honorary member of the Voltigeurs de Quebec regiment — an honour previously bestowed to former prime minister Jean Chretien, who also attended Saturday’s ceremony.
The national historic site will now hold community and cultural activities in addition to serving a military function.
It will also host federal government offices.
- Canadian seniors are getting a top-up to old age benefits. How much?
- WestJet, Air North announce deal for single-ticket travel involving both airlines
- The vanishing flu strain: Why Canada’s seasonal vaccine is changing
- Emotions overflow as South African firefighters arrive to help fight Alberta wildfires
Comments