Renovations Underway

Confederation Centre of the Arts’ $65 million renovation to the former library space is now underway. Funded by the Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island, this mix of renovation and new construction will be transformative for the Centre and the downtown.

Over the past two weeks crews have been demolishing the interior of the former library to make way for significant changes including the addition of new arts learning and development spaces, and interpretive spaces that will focus on our shared history.

Crews have been removing paver stones from the south plaza area above Victoria Row. This is necessary for the construction of the new stage-sized rehearsal hall that will assist in the development of new work and provide much needed event space downtown.

The former administrative offices are also being demolished to accommodate new space for expanded public programs, including dance, choir, and visual arts education spaces.

The former library, including the Victoria Row entrance and the concourse entrance, as well as the plaza area next to the former library is now closed to the public while construction takes place. We ask visitors to use the entrances on Queen Street (Box Office) or on Grafton Street (Gallery plaza level).

Chain-link safety fencing has been installed along the perimeter of the Centre’s property. This fencing will remain in place for the duration of the project.

The Centre will be providing regular updates on this blog as construction unfolds.