‘Indigenous-inspired’ art in Senate room in Centre Block deemed ‘cultural appropriation,’ removed

The decision was reportedly made after an Indigenous Senator touring Centre Block raised questions about the decorative paintwork on the walls and ceiling of room 256-S.
Room 256-S in the Centre Block, also known as the Banking and Commerce Committee Room, as seen prior to renovations, featuring stenciling—and murals—by Italian artist Attilio Pusterla.

Following a Senate decision, decorative paintwork featured in room 256-S of Centre Block—also known as the Banking and Commerce Committee Room—by Italian artist Attilio Pusterla has been permanently removed through the course of ongoing renovations to the historic buildi...

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