Ottawa, May 5 — Prime Minister Mark Carney will take up residence at Rideau Cottage, situated on the grounds of Rideau Hall, as the federal government proceeds with the decommissioning of 24 Sussex Drive, the traditional official residence of Canadian prime ministers.
The National Capital Commission (NCC) has determined that 24 Sussex Drive is no longer suitable for occupancy due to its deteriorating condition and the extensive renovations required to meet modern safety and environmental standards. The building has been vacant since 2015, when then-Prime Minister Justin Trudeau opted to reside at Rideau Cottage instead.
Rideau Cottage, a 22-room Georgian Revival residence constructed in 1867, has served as the temporary home for the prime minister and his family since then. While not originally designed to accommodate the functions of a prime minister’s residence, it has been adapted to meet the needs of the office.
The federal government is currently evaluating long-term solutions for the official residence of the prime minister, including the possibility of constructing a new residence or undertaking significant renovations of 24 Sussex Drive. The NCC has emphasized the importance of ensuring that any future residence meets the requirements for security, functionality, and sustainability.
Prime Minister Mark Carney to Reside at Rideau Cottage Following Decommissioning of 24 Sussex Drive
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