Crown corporation proposes a bigger building to replace PM’s residence at 24 Sussex

The official residence of Canada’s prime minister, 24 Sussex Drive, should be replaced as it is not fit to serve as the home of a major world leader, says a new report by the Crown corporation responsible for government buildings in Ottawa.

The report by the National Capital Commission outlines numerous requirements for a new official residence, which likely would be larger than 24 Sussex and better equipped to host high-level visitors and dignitaries.

“Most G7 and Commonwealth leaders receive official visitors in a space dedicated for these purposes. Canada currently lacks such a facility,” the report reads.

The residence at 24 Sussex, it…