“St. Mary's Cathedral's history starts with settling on the Red River's east bank. The settled community grew, and the Archbishop was raised with the mission of helping families that began settling in the neighbourhood. The Cathedral is the spiritual home to some 900 families and the Roman Catholic Cathedral for the Archdiocese of Winnipeg. Construction of the Cathedral began in 1882 to meet the growing needs of the community. By 1896, twin towers, a new vestibule, a façade, and enlarged side chapels were added to the church building. The Cathedral community has a rich history of welcoming newcomers to Canada and Winnipeg, nurturing the faith of thousands of Catholic Christians. St. Mary's Cathedral holds a significant place as the Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Winnipeg, symbolizing spiritual guidance and community for its members.”
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