Historic Sites of Manitoba: Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral / Ukrainian Museum of Canada - Manitoba Branch (1175 Main Street, Winnipeg)

The first phase in construction of this Ukrainian Orthodox church on Main Street in Winnipeg occurred between 1948 and 1951. Services were held in its basement auditorium until a formal sanctuary was completed in 1961. A mosaic above the main entrance was created by artist Leo Mol.

In July 2016, the main floor was badly damaged in an apparent arson fire and its historic iconostasis was destroyed. A new one that incorporated elements from the original iconostasis was constructed. The iconography is by Vera Senchuk who supervised its restoration after many were damaged by smoke and water.

Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral

Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral (1962)
Source: Winnipeg Buildings Index

Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral

Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral (July 2015)
Source: George Penner

Interior of the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral

Interior of the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral (July 2015)
Source: George Penner

Site Location (lat/long): N49.91874, W97.12934
denoted by symbol on the map above

See also:

Historic Sites of Manitoba: Holy Trinity Russian Greek Orthodox Cathedral (643 Manitoba Avenue, Winnipeg)

Sources:

We thank Sterling Demchinsky and Darryl Resch for providing additional information used here.

This page was prepared by Gordon Goldsborough and George Penner.

Page revised: 22 January 2023

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