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St. Dunstan’s Basilica

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada Dedication / Patron Saint: Saint Dunstan

Charlottetown’s prominent Gothic-style Catholic basilica with a distinctive pair of tall spires.

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About St. Dunstan’s Basilica

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

Charlottetown’s prominent Gothic-style Catholic basilica with a distinctive pair of tall spires. The present church was constructed after the previous cathedral was damaged by fire in 1913; it is the fourth church on this site.

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Place TypeBasilica
Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationRoman Catholic
Dedication / Patron SaintSaint Dunstan
LocationCharlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
CountryCanada
ArchitectureFrench Gothic Revival
HeritageNational Historic Site of Canada

Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association

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Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationRoman Catholic
Dedication / Patron SaintSaint Dunstan

History & Sacred Tradition

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Historical Record

The present church was constructed after the previous cathedral was damaged by fire in 1913; it is the fourth church on this site.

Sacred Tradition

The basilica honours Saint Dunstan and continues the Catholic liturgical life of Charlottetown.

Architecture & Sacred Complex

French Gothic Revival · National Historic Site of Canada

Worship & Services

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Mass
cathedral liturgy

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Last checked
October 15, 2026