Historic Montreal church destroyed in massive fire
Montreal’s century-old St. Paul’s Church was gutted in a massive blaze, the latest in a troubling series of church fires across Canada.
Montreal’s historic St. Paul’s Church has been devastated in a massive fire early Monday morning, leaving only its stone façade standing. Built in 1911 and designated a heritage site, it is one of Canada’s oldest and most treasured Catholic churches.
This fire is the latest in a growing series of church fires and acts of vandalism across the country since 2021. While authorities continue to investigate, no arrests have been made, and the cause of many of these incidents remains unexplained.
The wave of fires has raised concern among citizens and cultural commentators, who see the pattern as more than isolated accidents. With over a hundred church fires reported nationwide, questions mount about the lack of accountability, official responses, and the broader implications for Canada’s historic and religious landmarks.
Writer and political commentator Dimpee Brar joins Marc Patrone to discuss the fires as part of a wider cultural and civilizational concern, emphasizing the importance of protecting Western heritage and the institutions that have shaped it.



