The Globe and Mail Centre is a 17-storey building, on King Street East, in

Toronto Toronto ( ; or ) is the capital city of the Canadian province of Ontario. With a recorded population of 2,794,356 in 2021, it is the most populous city in Canada and the fourth most populous city in North America. The city is the anch ...

, Ontario, Canada, that houses the offices of ''

The Globe and Mail ''The Globe and Mail'' is a Canadian newspaper printed in five cities in western and central Canada. With a weekly readership of approximately 2 million in 2015, it is Canada's most widely read newspaper on weekdays and Saturdays, although it ...

'' newspaper, and other tenants. The building is adjacent to the former offices of rival newspaper the ''

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'', towering over it. Archeologists were allowed to excavate the foundations of Berkeley House, which were uncovered while removing a parking lot in preparation for digging foundations for the new building. The building was complete enough for some tenants to move in during 2016.

Design

One of the standout features of the Globe and Mail Centre is its stunning architecture. The building was designed by award-winning architect ''Siamak Hariri'', and it features a striking glass façade that allows natural light to flood the interior spaces. The building's interior is equally impressive, with modern finishes and sleek design elements that make it a stylish and sophisticated venue for any event. The building has a four-storey podium, sitting on top of multiple storeys of subterranean parking. An additional thirteen storeys of offices occupy the tower. The ground floor houses multiple small shops. The building has a "

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Event Venue

The Globe and Mail Centre features a range of event spaces, including a grand ballroom that can accommodate up to 1,000 guests fo
wedding venue
a spacious lobby that is ideal for receptions, and smaller conference rooms for more intimate gatherings. The building is also equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology, including high-quality sound systems, projection screens, and LED lighting.

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