This two-storey brick residence on River Avenue in Winnipeg was constructed in 1913 for businessman John Calder Waugh. A later occupant was civil servant John Charles Murray Ligertwood. In later years, the building was converted into apartments. It is slated for demolition in April 2025.
Waugh House, north elevation (March 2023)
Source: George Penner
Waugh House, south elevation (April 2025)
Source: George PennerSite Coordinates (lat/long): N49.87733, W97.15112
denoted by symbol on the map above
See also:
Memorable Manitobans: John Calder Waugh (1874-1930)
Memorable Manitobans: John Charles Murray Ligertwood (1891-1936)
This page was prepared by George Penner.
Page revised: 20 April 2025
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