The cornerstone rests silent a testament to time. This is Église Saint-Joseph-de-Bordeaux. It stands proudly a beacon of faith in the Ahuntsic-Cartierville borough of Montreal. Its construction a testament to the community’s devotion. The church was built between 1956 and 1957. This wasn’t just a building project. It was the culmination of a dream. A dream rooted in the history of Saint-Joseph-de-Bordeaux itself.
Long before this church rose its elegant spire the area was known as Saint-Joseph-de-Bordeaux village. Established in 1898 it was once part of the La Visitation du Sault-au-R recollet parish. The village changed its name to Bordeaux in 1906. It became a city the following year. Then in 1910 it became part of Montreal. This church therefore stands as a landmark. It represents a long and rich history. A history spanning from village beginnings to urban integration.
The parish itself wasn’t established until March 19 1912. This was a canonical erection following a detachment from La Visitation-de-la-Bienheureuse-Vierge-Marie parish. Records began much earlier however on January 22 1905. The church’s creation wasn’t a solitary event. It led to the establishment of other parishes in the area. Notre-Dame-des-Anges Saint-André-Apôtre Saint-Nicolas Notre-Dame-du-Bel-Amour Saint-Jude Sainte-Odile Saint-Benoît and Saint-Gaétan all owe their existence to the growth and influence of Saint-Joseph-de-Bordeaux. This demonstrates the expanding religious needs of the community.
Sadly the original parish closed its doors in 2009. That year a new parish was created. Sainte-Famille-de-Bordeaux-Cartierville now serves the area. Yet the Église Saint-Joseph-de-Bordeaux remains. It stands as a powerful symbol of the past. It’s a testament to the enduring spirit of faith in Montreal. The building itself may be silent but its story echoes through the years. A story of growth change and the unwavering devotion of a community. A story whispered on the wind and etched in stone. This is the legacy of Église Saint-Joseph-de-Bordeaux.