Sussex Drive Rebuild Sparks Debate

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Prime Minister Carney has launched a national competition to rebuild 24 Sussex Drive, Canada’s long-vacant and deteriorating official residence, sparking debate over ethics, funding, and national priorities. With a government-backed fundraising campaign through the Rideau Hall Foundation and oversight by architect Moshe Safdie, the project aims to restore the historic home — though it may take years and cost tens of millions. Critics warn of ethical pitfalls in accepting donations, while architects urge full public funding. As federal coffers strain, the move tests political will and public…