Work Continues in EPCOT Canada Pavilion After Disney Filed Permit for New Sign

Jamie Rowland

Amidst the large rocky terrain with a metal railing in the background, the Canada Pavilion at EPCOT features a building with a stone facade, perfectly set under a clear blue sky.

Work Continues in EPCOT Canada Pavilion After Disney Filed Permit for New Sign

In our last update, we told you that Walt Disney Imagineering filed a Notice of Commencement permit for the signage installation at the Canada Pavilion of EPCOT, where mysterious construction has been ongoing for a year.

A metal lantern graces the rough stone terrain at EPCOT's Canada Pavilion, standing proudly in front of a historic stone building under a vivid blue sky.

Work Continues in EPCOT

The rocky landscape features large boulders in the foreground, reminiscent of the rugged beauty found in Disney's Canada Pavilion. A metal railing and a building with patterned windows add modern touches under a clear blue sky, evoking a touch of EPCOT's architectural charm.

In this up close look at Hotel du Canada, the black waterproofing underlayment which goes atop the plywood structure is visible. There is also orange plywood below on what appears to be a new entrance. Roofing will need to be added to this before signage can be installed,

This addition first appeared on the upper level of the Canada Pavilion after a closure for refurbishment from June 2023 to February 2024. In June 2024, construction walls went back up and work began on this potential expansion to the back of the fake hotel.

In front of a building adorned with totem poles and indigenous artwork, construction barriers mark the site of ongoing work at the Canada Pavilion in EPCOT. Under a clear blue sky, this vibrant scene promises future wonders as new projects unfold.

Walls are still up blocking the area behind Trading Post, as well. This back-area was formerly home to Le Boutiques des Provinces. The upscale shop opened in 1987 and sold jewelry, perfumes, Christmas ornaments, and more. It closed sometime in the early 2000s. The upper level of the Canada Pavilion has not had any other offerings, beyond a nice view since then.

However, the recent construction suggests the former Le Boutiques des Provinces may finally be used for a guest-facing space again. Disney has not made any announcements, but a sign could give us a good idea of what new offering is coming our way.

Canada Pavilion Permit

A Notice of Commencement from the County of Orange, Florida, detailing a property in Lake Buena Vista near EPCOT. The document includes information about the owner, contractor, and a planned installation at the Canada Pavilion.

The permit is for 1920 Avenue of the Stars, the address of the Canada Pavilion. It contracts Design Communications Ltd. to “Install signage.” In recent months, Imagineering has also contracted Design Communications to install signs for Test Track 3.0 at EPCOT and the. upcoming “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” show at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

What do you think Disney is adding to the Canada Pavilion? Let us known in the comments!

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