Christ Church Cathedrale

Christ Church Cathedral, the oldest church in central Vancouver

Discreet at the foot of the skyscrapers, Christ Church Cathedral is the oldest church in central Vancouver. The cathedral of the Anglican diocese of New Westminster, it combines heritage and spiritual life. The Vancouver audio-guided tour stops here to evoke the beginnings of the city and the place of Anglican worship in its history.

An Anglican church from 1895

Erected in 1895 in a Gothic style, Christ Church Cathedral is the cathedral of the Anglican diocese of New Westminster. It is the oldest church in central Vancouver, long one of the most notable buildings in the area before the arrival of the skyscrapers. It remains today a living place of worship, culture and engagement, in the heart of the city.

What to see

The church appeals through its Gothic architecture, its wooden framework and its peaceful atmosphere, a few steps from the great towers of the centre. A place of worship but also of music and gatherings, it hosts concerts and cultural events. It is a stop that recalls the origins of Vancouver, contrasting with the surrounding modernity.

Practical information

Christ Church Cathedral lies in the heart of central Vancouver, reachable on foot and by public transport. A working Anglican place of worship, it can be visited with respect for services; entry is generally free, but hours vary with celebrations, concerts and events. It is best to check them before coming.

When was Christ Church Cathedral built?

It was erected in 1895 in a Gothic style; it is the oldest church in central Vancouver and the cathedral of the Anglican diocese of New Westminster.

What is there to see at Christ Church Cathedral?

Its Gothic architecture, its wooden framework and its peaceful atmosphere; the church also hosts concerts and cultural events in the heart of Vancouver.