John E. Brownlee Building

Overview

The John E. Brownlee Building is a prominent provincial government facility located in downtown Edmonton. It serves as a central hub for several essential Service Alberta functions, most notably housing the Edmonton Land Titles Office. This building acts as the primary location for registering land-related documents, such as transfers, mortgages, and caveats, within the region.

Key Services

While the building houses various government units, the public counters are focused on specific registry and legal support services.

Land Titles Office: Processing of land title searches, encumbrances, and property registration documents.
Vital Statistics Reception: A designated drop-off and courier reception point for vital statistics applications (birth, marriage, death certificates), although standard requests are often handled by private registry agents.
Resolution Support Centre: Located on the upper floors, this centre provides information and support for family law matters, helping citizens navigate the court system.
Family Court Counsellors: Services to assist families going through separation or divorce, offering mediation and educational resources.

Accessibility and Security

As a government facility housing sensitive legal and registry operations, security measures are in place. Visitors may be subject to screening upon entry, particularly when accessing the Resolution Support Centre. The building is fully accessible, featuring ramps and elevators to accommodate all visitors.

Parking and Transit

Located near the Churchill LRT Station, the building is easily accessible via public transit. For those driving, paid parking is available in nearby surface lots and parkades, including the Canada Place parkade or street parking where permitted.