St. Patrick’s Church Should be Preserved and Allowed to Continue to Serve the Community

The Heritage Trust of Nova Scotia is deeply saddened to hear that the architecturally and culturally significant St. Patrick’s church, located in the North End of Halifax, will likely be put up for sale by the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth. This building was opened in 1885 and has served both its parishioners and the broader community for many generations. We strongly believe St. Patrick’s has much left to give.

 Across Canada and around the world there is strong precedent for churches like St. Patrick’s to be given a second life after being deconsecrated, continuing to share their stories and serve their communities.  Preserving St. Patrick’s provides not only the opportunity for it to continue to meet the needs of the community that has depended on it but also environmental benefits that will result from its preservation. The Trust sincerely hopes this building is given that chance.