A devastating fire has engulfed and destroyed Edmonton’s historic Hangar 11, a remnant of the city’s Second World War-era aviation heritage. The hangar, a crucial supply hub during the war, was set to become the centerpiece of a multimillion-dollar mixed-use residential development project, but its future now hangs in the balance. Tim Antoniuk, the founder of the Hangar 11 project, expressed heartbreak over the loss of the building and uncertainty about the site’s future. The hangar’s significance extends beyond its architectural value; it represents Edmonton’s wartime contributions and is considered one of the last remaining buildings of its kind in western Canada. While the city was prepared to invest $5 million in its rehabilitation, extensive and costly restoration work was needed. The fire has ignited discussions about the preservation of heritage buildings and the challenges of balancing development with historical conservation.