Les Terrasses de la Chaudière complex: Renovating and modernizing

Learn about some of the major projects happening and planned to renovate and modernize the Les Terrasses de la Chaudière (LTDLC) complex.

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Overview of projects

Location
Gatineau, Quebec
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Type of project
Rehabilitation
Lead department
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
Contracts awarded
Learn about the different contracts awarded to undertake this project.
Project status
Two main projects are underway as part of the modernization of LTDLC. Both of these projects are in the construction stage. The timing and scope of other potential renovation projects are under review as part of PSPC’s long-term plans to optimize its real property portfolio.

Description of projects

These are the 2 major construction, repair and renovation projects to modernize the complex:

Replacing the exterior (Envelope Replacement Project)

Status of the project: Construction phase

The Envelope Replacement Project (ERP) is removing the existing brick exterior and windows and replacing them with a new exterior building envelope. This project will permanently address health and safety risks with LTDLC’s deteriorating exterior brick façade.

The new façade will be mainly glass, aluminum, and porcelain. The new design will contribute to transforming LTDLC into a modern and energy-efficient structure.

During construction, towers will be vacant. Occupants will be accommodated through a combination of:

The project will be conducted in sequentially overlapping, building-by-building stages.

1 Promenade du Portage

Timeline: Winter 2022 to winter 2024 to 2025.

Status:

10 Wellington Street

Timeline: Spring 2023 to winter 2025 to 2026.

Status:

15/25 Eddy Street

Timeline: fall 2024 to winter 2026 to 2027.

Status:

Exterior brick inspection

Every year, we inspect the bricks for safety and do any repairs needed. We will continue to inspect and repair the bricks until the entire exterior cladding has been removed.

Removing overhead protection

When we discovered that the aging exterior was deteriorating, we installed overhead protection systems and closed the courtyard. The overhead protection is being dismantled as we set up to remove the brick panels.

Restoring the exterior courtyard

During the ERP, we will develop a plan for renovating the courtyard. After the ERP is complete, the renovation work for the courtyard will begin.

Energy-efficient windows

We will install new windows that will provide better insulation. These new windows will have multiple panes of energy-efficient glass. They will be better at keeping the cold out during the winter and keeping the cool in during the summer.

Effect on roads and bus routes

We will work with the City of Gatineau and the Société de transport de l’Outaouais to minimize impacts on the general public and employees working at the complex.

Construction schedule

The ERP project started in fall of 2022 and is expected to be completed during winter 2026-2027.

Modernizing the interior: GCworkplace

The GCworkplace project will give employees greater flexibility in where and how they work. It is designed to enhance productivity. The new workplaces will have sustainable and energy-efficient features and meet accessibility standards. The project will accommodate employees who have been teleworking because they are temporarily displaced by construction.

Status of the project: Construction

We are modernizing parts of the interior of the complex:

Before the GCworkplace project, we already renovated 3 areas at 15/25 Eddy. There are:

Consultations

We consulted with employees who will work in the new GCworkplace offices to understand their needs. Consultations included:

In response, we are providing change management support services. The goal is to facilitate the transition to a GCworkplace environment and address issues occupants told us about.

Design considerations

We are working with federal tenants to include Indigenous design. This considers:

We now have Indigenous design guidelines, which were developed out of this work with these organizations and the Indigenous community. Indigenous Services Canada, and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, will use the guidelines for their offices nationwide. Any other department can use them as well.

Construction schedule

We expect to complete the project by winter 2025 to 2026.

Key milestones

GCworkplace modernization project

Envelope replacement project

Benefits to Canadians

These projects will contribute to a safe and modern environment for federal employees, occupants, tenants, visitors and the public. They will also support sustainability targets and our goal to produce net-zero carbon emissions.

Gallery

Images of exterior and interior works at Les Terrasses de la Chaudière. Renderings are concepts only. Select the image to view a larger version.

  • An aerial view of an architectural rendering of the LTDLC complex
  • Exterior view of an architectural rendering of LTDLC
  • Street-level view at sunset of an architectural rendering of the LTDLC complex
  • Progress of the ERP: All panels removed at 1, Promenade du Portage (October to November 2023)
  • Progress of the ERP: 10 Wellington (September 2024)
  • GCworkplace: An area for teams at 15/25 Eddy
  • GCworkplace: A kitchenette area at 15/25 Eddy
  • GCworkplace: Kitchenette and lounge area at 15/25 Eddy
  • SGCworkplace: A project room at 15/25 Eddy

Contracts awarded

We awarded all contracts through competitive procurement processes.

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Prime consultants

We awarded 2 contracts for design and architectural services:

BGIS manages the NORR contract on behalf of PSPC under a Real Property 1 (RP-1) arrangement.

Construction managers

We awarded 2 construction management contracts to PCL Constructors Eastern Inc.:

BGIS manages the GCworkplace contract on behalf of PSPC under an RP-1 arrangement.

Environmental services

We awarded 2 contracts for environmental services:

BGIS manages the InAir contract on behalf of PSPC under an RP-1 arrangement.

Commissioning services

We awarded 2 commissioning services contracts to WSP Canada Inc.:

BGIS awarded and manages the GCworkplace contract on behalf of PSPC under an RP-1 arrangement.

Furniture procurement from Indigenous-owned firms

We awarded several furniture services and procurement contracts for both the envelope replacement and the GC Coworkplace interior modernization project to Indigenous-owned firms. These contracts were awarded through competitive standing offer procurement processes. Before the projects end, we anticipate awarding additional furniture contracts to Indigenous-owned firms.

Other contracts

We expect to award more service contracts. We will announce them as we award them.

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