It was named after the former Hamilton mayor, Victor K. Copps. Construction began in 1983 and was completed in 1985 at a cost of $33.5 million, and an addition $2.3 million for a parking garage.
It was designated in honor of the previous Hamilton mayor, Victor K. Copps. Building construction commenced in 1983 and concluded in 1985 at a total expenditure of $33.5 million, plus an additional $2.3 million for a parking facility.