St. James United Church parish announced it is looking for financial contributions to meet multi‑million‑dollar maintenance and repair costs for its historic building in Montreal.

The church, a recognized historic landmark that has served as a community gathering place since the late 1880s, is confronting a cash shortfall driven by rising expenses and the high cost of upkeep.

The parish ministry indicated the money is needed to preserve the building’s structure and sustain its role in the neighbourhood.