The Government of Canada highlights the national historic significance of Christ Church Cathedral.
News Release
May 30, 2017 Montreal, Quebec Parks Canada Agency
Today, Parks Canada and the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada recognized the national historic significance of Christ Church Cathedral. A special ceremony was held at the cathedral with representatives of the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada and Christ Church Cathedral in attendance.
The Government of Canada is committed to connecting Canadians to the significant events that contributed to our country’s rich history and heritage. Built between 1857 and1860, Christ Church Cathedral is an excellent example of a neo‑Gothic cathedral in Canada. The church reflects the Anglican ideal of the period, i.e. a return to the English Church of the Middle Ages in liturgy and architecture.
The cathedral is an outstanding, prominent focal point in downtown Montreal. Its location played a pivotal role in the expansion of Montreal towards the north-west and in the transformation of Saint Catherine Street into a main commercial artery of the city.
As part of the centennial of national historic sites, Parks Canada invites Canadians to discover and be inspired and captivated by the stories of the people and events that shaped the Canada of today. Canada’s national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas enable Canadians to experience their rich history and heritage in a special way and will play a big part in the celebration of Canada 150.
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“I am proud to recognize Christ Church Cathedral as a historic site that is an integral part of the history of our country. Unquestionably a symbol and a peaceful spiritual haven of the city of Montreal, this site is closely linked to the growth and expansion of the city. On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of our beautiful country, it is important to commemorate the people, places, and events that have shaped our rich cultural and natural history.”
Marc Miller
Member of Parliament for Ville-Marie—Southwest—Nuns’ Island
Quick Facts
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Christ Church Cathedral serves the Anglican community of Montreal, which contributed significantly to the economic and cultural expansion of Canada in the 19th century.
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A picturesque building in the neo‑Gothic style, located in the heart of downtown Montreal, Christ Church Cathedral is an important testimonial to the history of the development of Montreal.
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Established in 1919, the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada advises the Minister of Environment and Climate Change regarding the national historic significance of places, people, and events that have marked Canada’s history.
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