Martyrs' Shrine, National shrine in Midland, Canada
The Martyrs' Shrine features church buildings, monuments, and 75 acres of landscaped grounds overlooking the Wye Valley in Ontario's Georgian Bay region.
The shrine, established in 1925, commemorates eight Jesuit missionaries who conducted their ministry among indigenous peoples during the early French colonial period.
The church interior incorporates traditional Indigenous design elements, including a ceiling shaped like an inverted canoe crafted by architect Ildège Bourrie.
The shrine closes during autumn and winter months due to structural considerations, and during this period, the sacred reliquaries receive temporary relocation.
The site houses the preserved remains of three canonized saints: Jean de Brébeuf, Gabriel Lalemant, and Charles Garnier, who served in 17th century missions.
Location: Midland
Inception: 1925
Website: http://martyrs-shrine.com
GPS coordinates: 44.73660,-79.84210
Latest update: March 7, 2025 17:41
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