Coal, who had his origins clouded in mystery, was believed to be abandoned as a kitten and eventually joined a colony that once housed as many as thirty cats. This makeshift cat sanctuary was located near the Centre Block building, with the furry residents being maintained by dedicated volunteers like Danny Taurozzi, who provided care and shelter for the cats.
As a staple of the tourist experience on Parliament Hill, the colony garnered much admiration from visitors, including dignitaries like the Dalai Lama and former Prime Minister Stephen Harper. The cats became a cherished part of the landscape, attracting tourists who came to witness their affectionate antics against the backdrop of the iconic Canadian government building.
Coal's passing signals both a personal loss to those who knew him and a poignant end to the whimsical chapter of Canada’s infamously charming parliamentary cat colony.
As a staple of the tourist experience on Parliament Hill, the colony garnered much admiration from visitors, including dignitaries like the Dalai Lama and former Prime Minister Stephen Harper. The cats became a cherished part of the landscape, attracting tourists who came to witness their affectionate antics against the backdrop of the iconic Canadian government building.
Coal's passing signals both a personal loss to those who knew him and a poignant end to the whimsical chapter of Canada’s infamously charming parliamentary cat colony.
