Oro’s African Church in jeopardy – donate now!

from Oro-Medonte Township

The Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church in Oro-Medonte is a monumental depiction of freedom and equality in North America.  With many countries exposed to radicalisms associated with culture, race, creed and colour, we are fortunate to live in a country that protects our religious and cultural freedoms without discrimination. The Church is a true testament of the sacrifices made by those who served to defend our rights and freedoms which are now carried out in the Canadian Constitution – a truly remarkable story of the journey to freedom.   

Unfortunately, due to the current state of the Church, it has been closed to the public and its survival as a National Historical Site is now at risk.  The Township of Oro-Medonte is committed to advancing the restoration of the Church, however, a significant funding shortfall of $140,000 exists to complete the project.  As such, the Township has launched The Journey to Freedom fundraising campaign .

Help us save this National gem and important part of our Canadian heritage!

Link to fundraising webpage and video – Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church Fundraising Campaign

Link to crowdfunding page – The Journey to Freedom

Media coverage

Orillia Packet & Times: Campaign kicks in to help Oro church

Barrie Advance: Saving our black history in Simcoe County

CBC: Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church crowdfunding campaign aims to save structure

Orillia Packet & Times:  Mayor pushing for Oro African Church restoration