Public Works and Government Services Canada
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Real Property Branch

Our vision and mandate

Our vision is to be a modern corporate real estate organization that employs best practice to provide value to government and clients through the provision of a well-managed real estate portfolio and quality services that are delivered by a professional and proud workforce.

RPB manages one of the largest and most diverse portfolios of real estate in the country and is the Government of Canada's real property expert. Through its real property business line, Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC) provides federal departments and organizations with affordable, productive work environments, a full range of real property services, as well as strategic and expert advice that supports the Government of Canada in the delivery of programs to Canadians.

Our team

We are real property professionals specializing in office accommodation, architecture, engineering, real estate and asset and facility management. We are involved in all aspects of real property, from initial investment strategies, the construction and leasing of facilities, to the maintenance, repair and disposal of real property assets.

Our history

Through its origins in the former Department of Public Works that predate Confederation, PWGSC has helped build Canadian landmarks from coast to coast to coast. Proud of our expertise and history in the real property industry, PWGSC is committed to serving Canadians, industry and government ethically, efficiently and cost-effectively.