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First Canadian Place is a 72-story office skyscraper in Toronto's Financial District, completed in 1975. Rising about 298 metres, it contains commercial offices and serves as the global operational executive office of the Bank of Montreal. The tower is distinguished by its height, dark exterior cladding, and location at King Street West and Bay Street, where it forms part of Toronto's central financial district.
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How tall is First Canadian Place?
First Canadian Place rises about 298.1 metres, or 978 feet, and has 72 stories. It was completed in Toronto in 1975.
Which bank is headquartered at First Canadian Place?
First Canadian Place serves as the global operational executive office of the Bank of Montreal, commonly called BMO. The tower's name refers to the Bank of Montreal's place in Canada's banking history.
Who designed First Canadian Place?
The building is associated with Bregman + Hamann Architects, with Edward Durell Stone serving as a design consultant. Its exterior is notable for white marble cladding and a distinctive vertical tower form.
Is First Canadian Place taller than the CN Tower?
No. First Canadian Place is a 298-metre office skyscraper, while the CN Tower is a much taller communications and observation tower. They are both major landmarks in Toronto's skyline but serve different purposes.
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