St. Andrew's Church

St. Andrew's Church is a Presbyterian place of worship in downtown Toronto, featuring Romanesque Revival architecture with rounded arches, robust stone walls, and glowing stained glass windows. Located at the intersection of King Street West and Simcoe Street, the building anchors this downtown corner with its solid stone presence.

Architect William George Storm designed this building, which opened in 1876 and replaced an earlier congregation building that had stood at Church and Adelaide Streets since 1830. The new location and larger structure better served the congregation's needs.

The congregation continues to practice Presbyterian traditions through weekly music recitals, Bible studies, and community outreach programs that remain active today. These activities shape how people use and experience the space throughout the year.

The sanctuary is open for prayer and visits Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 3 PM, with Sunday services beginning at 10:30 AM. Check ahead for access on holidays or when special events are scheduled.

During the 1970s and 1980s, the church secured its future by acquiring air rights for development, allowing new construction above the historic building. This arrangement helped the congregation preserve their home while the downtown area modernized around it.

Location: Toronto

Inception: February 13, 1876

Architects: William George Storm

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Website: http://standrewstoronto.org

GPS coordinates: 43.64720,-79.38570

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07