St. James' Cathedral

Photos by Alan L Brown - Posted March, 2004

Photo Source - Wikipedia

This cathedral, on the northeast corner King Street East and Church Street, has this Ontario Heritage Trust plaque on the King Street side of the church. Here's what it says:

Coordinates: 43.65025 -79.37375

York's first church was built here in 1803-07 with the aid of public subscriptions and a government grant. That frame building was enlarged in 1818-19 and replaced by a larger one in 1831. The first incumbent was the Rev. George Okill Stuart, who served from 1800 to 1812 when he was succeeded by the Rev. John Strachan, later first bishop of Toronto. The second church was burnt in 1839. Toronto's first cathedral was then erected on this site but was destroyed in the great fire of 1849. The present cathedral was begun in 1850, opened for divine service in 1853, and completed in 1874.

Another plaque at this location
The Cathedral Church of St. James

Related Toronto plaques
The Bishop's Palace 1818
The Great Fire of 1849

More
Religious Buildings

Here are the visitors' comments for this page.

> Posted February 23, 2011
What really surprises me is that the church isn't listed as a National Historic Site of Canada considering the history of the site, the prominent spire, the art and architecture, and all the important people who have been involved with the parish throughout its history.

Here's where you can sent me a comment for this page.

Note: If your comment includes a question, it's best to include your email address in your comment so others can respond to you.

Note: Comments are moderated. Yours will appear on this page within 24 hours (usually much sooner).

Note: As soon as I have posted your comment, a reply to your email will be sent informing you.

To send me your comment, click [email protected].

Thanks
Webmaster

Note: If you wish to send me a personal email, click the Email link in the Menu.