Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta - Calgary Courts Centre
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wildwoodke
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The Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta has a new building in the Calgary Courts Centre. This building opened in September of 2007 in downtown Calgary, Alberta.
Waymark Code: WM29DX
Location: Alberta, Canada
Date Posted: 09/26/2007
Views: 167
The complex has incorporated many post-9/11 security measures into its design, such as large steel barriers that can be raised to prevent cars from entering the glass atrium that exists in the centre of the building. One difference between the Calgary Courts Centre and conventional buildings is its ability to withstand structural damage. The structure has been designed to remain standing even after 2/3s of the exterior columns on the first six floors have experienced failure. This is possible because each tower contains more structural steel than both of the 52 story Bankers Hall towers that are nearby combined, rendering the building virtually airplane-proof. The courtrooms features bullet-proof judges' benches, jury boxes, and witness stands.
Never plan to come here on the wrong side of the bench.
Year Built: 2004 to 2007
Current Use of Building: Court
Level of Courts: State/Provincial
Architect: Carlos Ott
Dates this building was used to house judicial proceedings: Brand New
Physical Address:
6th Avenue and 5th Street Southwest
Hours: Not listed
Related Website: Not listed
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