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A landmark 36-storey tower in the heart of Edmonton’s downtown is getting a $30-million makeover.

Manulife Investment Management announced Tuesday plans to redevelop Manulife Place, which contains office and retail space.

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Construction will begin in mid-2020 and will include modernization of the building’s facade with multi-level transparent glazing and bright, new signage. Retail storefronts will be repositioned to the exterior of the centre to extend the shopping experience outwards, in order to create a more engaging and dynamic streetscape.

“The City of Edmonton is undergoing a renaissance that will breathe life into its downtown service and amenity offerings,” said Ted Willcocks, Manulife Investment Management’s global head of asset management for real estate in a news release.

“The repositioning of Manulife Place is integral to this evolution and we are excited to be a part of redefining the community.”