This brick building on Euclid Avenue in Winnipeg, measuring 34 feet by 84 feet, was constructed in 1938 by contractor F. T. Bablenko at a cost of about $20,000. Built as the Point Douglas Ukrainian Labour Temple for the Ukrainian Labour Farm Temple Association (ULFTA), it contained a full basement, stage, buffet room, and projection room. A cornerstone was laid officially on 12 October 1938.
It became affiliated with one of the traditional Orthodox churches, Church of the Genuine Orthodox Christians of Greece. Similar to some other traditional Orthodox churches, there are no pews in the church. On the 24 October 2021, the building sustained smoke and water damage from the neighbouring building fire. A subsequent arson fire in June 2024 led the congregation to close the church and move elsewhere.
Holy Ascension Greek Orthodox Church (June 2018)
Source: George Penner
Holy Ascension Greek Orthodox Church (March 2023)
Source: Jordan Makichuk
Interior of the Holy Ascension Greek Orthodox Church (January 2018)
Source: George PennerSite Coordinates (lat/long): N49.90945, W97.13245
denoted by symbol on the map above
See also:
Historic Sites of Manitoba: Ukrainian Labour Temple (591 Pritchard Avenue, Winnipeg)
“Strengthening of foundations is principal building work,” Manitoba Free Press, 24 September 1938, page 25.
“Ukrainian Labor Temple to be erected on Euclid Avenue,” Manitoba Free Press, 3 October 1938, page 25.
“Cornerstone laid at Ukrainian Labor Temple,” Manitoba Free Press, 12 October 1938, page 20.
Vulcan Iron Works and the Point Douglas Neighbourhood, Heritage Winnipeg.
“Greek Orthodox church at risk as Winnipeg firefighters battle blaze next door,” CBC News, 24 October 2021.
“Point Douglas church ready to relocate after fire, several break-ins,” CBC News, 13 June 2024.
We thank Jordan Makichuk for providing additional information used here.
This page was prepared by George Penner.
Page revised: 15 June 2024
Historic Sites of Manitoba
This is a collection of historic sites in Manitoba compiled by the Manitoba Historical Society. The information is offered for historical interest only.
Browse lists of:
Museums/Archives | Buildings | Monuments | Cemeteries | Locations | OtherInclusion in this collection does not confer special status or protection. Official heritage designation may only come from municipal, provincial, or federal governments. Some sites are on private property and permission to visit must be secured from the owner.
Site information is provided by the Manitoba Historical Society as a free public service only for non-commercial purposes.
Send corrections and additions to this page
to the MHS Webmaster at webmaster@mhs.mb.ca.Help us keep history alive!
