The Canadian office of the Custodian of Enemy Property, similar to such institutions created in various other countries (see Custodian of Enemy Property), was established in 1916 and existed until 1985, dealing with the property of Canada's enemies in both World Wars as well as with the seized property of Japanese Canadians. Between 1919 and 1939 it served the function of administering war claims and reparations. The Office of the Custodian of Enemy Property ceased operations in 1985.