As Former Prime Minister Mulroney Lies in State, Public Tributes in Ottawa Begin

Published on March 19, 2024

Members of the public who wish to pay tribute to Brian Mulroney can visit his casket in Ottawa starting March 19 afternoon. The former prime minister’s casket is being brought to the Sir John A. Macdonald building opposite Parliament Hill on March 19 morning. Dignitaries including the Governor General and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are set to offer their condolences to the Mulroney family. His wife and children sat in the House of Commons gallery on March 18 to hear glowing tributes and funny stories from politicians across the partisan spectrum. Well-wishers can visit between 12:30 and 6 p.m. on March 19 or from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 20 and sign a book of condolences....

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