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St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Halifax

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Oldest surviving Anglican place of worship in Canada and a central landmark in historic Halifax.

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About St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Halifax

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

Oldest surviving Anglican place of worship in Canada and a central landmark in historic Halifax. The church dates to the mid-eighteenth century and retains important early colonial ecclesiastical architecture.

Sacred Place at a Glance

A concise view of the place, tradition, location and heritage details available for this Sacred Place.

Place TypeChurch
Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationAnglican
LocationHalifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
CountryCanada
Established / Period1749 (parish)
ArchitecturePalladian
HeritageNational Historic Site of Canada

Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association

Religious tradition, dedication and sacred associations connected with this place.

Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationAnglican

History & Sacred Tradition

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Historical Record

The church dates to the mid-eighteenth century and retains important early colonial ecclesiastical architecture.

Sacred Tradition

Still an active Anglican worshipping community; its spiritual use is continuous with its heritage significance.

Architecture & Sacred Complex

Palladian · National Historic Site of Canada

Worship & Services

Documented worship, observances and practices where available.

Anglican worship
prayer

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Last checked
October 15, 2026