Government of Canada marks opening of new federal building in Shawinigan – ReNew Canada
February 10, 2026
The Government of Canada marked the official opening of the new federal building in Shawinigan.
Designed with sustainability in mind, the three-storey building with a total area of 10,578 square metres is aiming for LEED Gold certification and features carbon-neutral building technologies.
The building can accommodate about 2,000 employees of the Canada Revenue Agency, Employment and Social Development Canada and Shared Services Canada, in a workplace that is modern, functional and focused on well-being, fostering collaboration, productivity and quality of life at work all at once. The building is now fully operational and has started welcoming occupants. The exterior design work, including finalizing the parking lot, will continue until fall 2026.
