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Dejonghe: Heritage buildings are worth saving

Maybe because I am old, I take it personally, when any of our heritage buildings, which have supported our collective history, are neglected and allowed to deteriorate.

Was listening to the press conference Prime Minister Mark Carney held about the renovations of 24 Sussex Drive and had to smile.

Maybe because I am old, I take it personally, when any of our heritage buildings, which have supported our collective history, are neglected and allowed to deteriorate.

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The idea of tearing down part of our inheritance, in favour of new, modern seems somehow disrespectful. They should be preserved, honoured and used to educate and instill Canadian values and also be updated as necessary, maintained and used to house offices, organizations and facilities which benefits of all of us. We seem to be able to find money for lots of things many of us find less than worthy.

I know the common thought is building new........

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