A 300 m2 facility for 24 preschool children and 8
toddlers. It was our intent, within the design of this
centre, to reflect the richness and diversity of the
Algonquin First Nation culture. The Algonquin are
master canoe builders, the curved roofs symbolically
reflect this craft. The wood envelope and pine pole
structure also reflect their strong affinity for wood
products and crafts.

Algonquin Golden Lake Child Care Centre

Client
Algonquin Golden Lake
First Nation

Location
Golden Lake, Ontario
Reference
Merv Sarazin
(613) 625-2800

Awards
Design Award 1996
American Wood Council
Award of Excellence 1995
Ottawa Regional Society of Architects