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flag The historic 1934 Champlain Oil station returns to its original Ottawa site on March 31, 2026, after being temporarily moved for development.

flag The historic Champlain Oil gas station, a 1934-era building, will return to its original site at 70 Richmond Road in Ottawa on March 31, 2026, after being temporarily moved in 2024 for the Parkstone development. flag The entire structure, including its roof, will be relocated using motorized wheels and engineering support, fulfilling a preservation agreement. flag The station, one of Ottawa’s few surviving pre-World War II gas stations, holds historical significance tied to the city’s early automotive and transportation development. flag City officials and residents are expected to witness the move, which marks the completion of a commitment to protect the building’s heritage value.

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