Eglise Immaculée is a Roman Catholic church located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Founded in 1816, the church is one of the oldest in the city and has served the French Canadian population of Englishspeaking Canada for more than two centuries. The church is well known for its Romanesque Revival architecture and its extensive use of French language services. It is located in the residential neighborhood of Outremont and is a part of the Archdiocese of Montreal. History The first parish of Eglise Immaculée was founded in 1816, when Father Jean-Louis Guyon was appointed as its pastor by Archbishop Joseph Signay. The original parish was a simple wooden frame building located near the corner of Viger and St. Lawrence streets, and was mainly used as a chapel and a resting place for travelers. Over the years, the demand for larger and more elaborate churches increased, and in 1832 another chapel was built near the corner of Eglise Immaculée and St. Denis streets. This new chapel, known as Chapel of Notre Dame de la Vigie, was made of stone and was larger than the first one. In 1884, the decision to build a larger church was made, and the construction of Eglise Immaculée began. This new structure was designed in the Romanesque Revival style and featured a large white dome with gold accents, as well as a large bell tower. The interior of the church was also decorated in traditional French style, and featured intricate stonework and stained glass windows. Facts • Eglise Immaculée was officially consecrated by Archbishop Louis-Zephirin Moreau on October 8, 1889. • The interior of the church includes a marble altar, exquisite stained glass windows, and wall paintings depicting figures from the Bible. • The church’s organ was donated by the Montgomery family, one of the most prominent families in Montreal at the time. • The church contains a large statue of the Virgin Mary, which was donated by the King of France in 1853. • The church’s bell tower was designed by architect Jean-Omer Marchand and can be seen from far away. Services Eglise Immaculée offers a variety of services for its members and visitors, including Mass services in both French and English, as well as services for special occasions such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals. The church also offers weekly Bible study and spiritual learning classes, as well as retreats and seminars on topics related to the Catholic faith. Additionally, there are a number of volunteer opportunities available, such as helping with food drives, visiting the elderly, and assisting with children’s programs.