37 Lakeshore Rd W

History

The Chapel is a vestige of the black Methodist settlers in Canada. Ministers of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, originally from the United States, came to preach to these Canadian black settlers. In 1887, the church property was purchased, and in 1890, the cornerstone was laid. A year later, the church was opened for service.

The Town of Oakville’s account, reproduced from its heritage register.

Heritage attributes

The Turner Chapel is an example of modest church architecture of the period. Several of its more significant features include the rose window, the round headed windows, and buttresses.

The Town of Oakville’s description, reproduced from its heritage register.

What the status means

Designated individually under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act by a Town by-law. Alterations to the heritage attributes and demolition need Town approval.

Whether a specific alteration needs a heritage permit is the Town’s call; ask its heritage planning staff before starting work. See permits and by-laws.

Sources

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence — Town of Oakville. Licence. Register checked September 24, 2026; the Town’s record is authoritative.