Overview
Address
1114 Barclay St, Vancouver BC
Neighbourhood
West End
type
Residential
Protection & Recognition
- M: Municipal Protection
Description
Notable for both its architecture and its history, this 1897 Queen Anne style house was the home of Ewing Buchanan. While residing here, Buchanan wrote lyrics to ‘O Canada’ that were first performed at the Vancouver Club on February 9, 1910. Numerous versions of ‘O Canada’ were penned in the early twentieth century, however Buchanan’s version with reference to ‘King’ and ‘Empire’ remained popular until the Diamond Jubilee of Confederation of 1927.
The house features three front-facing gables, a wrap-around verandah, and granite foundation. Restoration began in 1993 by the owners, James Britten and Michael Browne. Three years later the building was designated as a protected heritage property.
Source
City of Vancouver Heritage Plaque Program, O Canada House website
More information
Map
Contact
Please Share Your Stories!
Send us your stories, comments or corrections about this site.