Secure. Compliant. Built for Public Infrastructure.
From city halls and courthouses to community centres and administrative buildings, government facilities demand glazing solutions that meet the highest standards of safety, durability, and public accessibility. At Centennial Glass, we provide custom glass fabrication and installation services for municipal, provincial, and federal government buildings across Ottawa. Whether you’re renovating heritage properties or delivering new builds through public procurement, we help you deliver high-quality glazing that serves the public and stands the test of time.
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Managing a government-funded project or building improvement program?
Glass Systems for Civic, Institutional & Administrative Spaces
We fabricate and install glazing for a wide variety of government-owned and operated facilities, including:
- City halls and municipal buildings
- Government offices and admin hubs
- Public libraries and cultural institutions
- Courts, registries, and civic service centres
- Transit stations and public-facing lobbies
- Community centres, arenas, and recreational facilities
Our solutions are tailored to support security, energy efficiency, and universal accessibility while preserving architectural intent.
Exterior Glazing: Durable and Energy-Efficient
We supply and install commercial-grade exterior systems such as:
- Curtain walls and storefront systems
- Insulated Glass Units (IGUs) with Low-E coatings
- Spandrel panels and glazed cladding
- Tempered or laminated safety glass
- Sliding and swing glass doors with accessible hardware
All exterior systems are fabricated to meet Ontario Building Code (OBC) and CSA A440 standards, supporting envelope performance in all seasons.
Visit Curtain Wall Systems, Sealed Units, and Doors & Entrances
Interior Glass That Supports Public Service
We fabricate and install secure, attractive interior glazing for:
- Service counters and transaction windows
- Partitions for administrative offices and public interaction areas
- Security glass for police, courts, and justice facilities
- Acoustic or frosted glass for discretion in shared spaces
- Back-painted glass for signage, directories, and writable walls
Interior materials are fabricated in-house with polished edges, secure mounting options, and custom sizing to fit standard and retrofit frames.
Explore Partitions, Security Film, and Back-Painted Glass
High-Security and Safety Glazing
For government buildings requiring enhanced protection, we offer:
- Laminated and multi-layer glass for impact and forced-entry resistance
- Bullet-resistant glazing for correctional or high-risk environments
- Fire-rated glass assemblies for corridor containment
- Signal-defence glass and film for secure IT areas or communications rooms
- Etched or frosted privacy solutions for sensitive departments
We coordinate with architects and consultants to deliver spec-driven systems that satisfy federal and departmental standards.
Learn more about Fire-Rated Glass, Laminated Glass, and Signal Defence Film
Public Tender & Project Coordination
Centennial Glass has experience working within:
- Municipal and federal procurement frameworks
- Public tender submission and bid response processes
- Submittals and shop drawing review with architectural teams
- Phased construction scheduling with strict budget and timeline controls
- Ongoing support for maintenance, repair, and lifecycle upgrades
Whether working as a direct vendor or through a general contractor, we maintain full transparency and compliance throughout the project.
Why Government Clients Trust Centennial Glass
- Over 55 years supporting civic, institutional, and public infrastructure projects
- Expert fabrication and code-compliant installation
- Trained technicians familiar with public building operations
- CSA- and OBC-certified glass systems and documented warranties
- Trusted by departments, contractors, and consultants in the public sector
Need glazing support for a capital improvement project or RFP?
We’re ready to assist with specs, pricing, and documentation.
Glazing That Serves the Public Efficiently and Reliably.
Centennial Glass helps governments across Ottawa build and maintain high-performance, accessible, and secure civic spaces with glazing systems tailored for institutional use. From community centres to courthouses, we’re your trusted public-sector glass partner.
- Call 613-738-9500
- Visit Our Showroom at 8–855 Industrial Avenue Ottawa ON K1G 4L4
- Request a contractor quote