Our Land Acknowledgement 

We acknowledge that we are gathered on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee, Algonquin and Huron Wendat peoples. Nations who have sought to walk gently on this land. We seek a new relationship with the original Peoples of this land, one rooted in and based on honour and deep respect.  

This area is covered under the Crawford Purchase of 1783. We have the privilege of living and working in an area of outstanding natural beauty due to the diligence of the original caretakers of the land, who may have included First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples. We are committed to continuing this legacy of care and will work together towards ensuring that the residents generations from now have the same clean air, water, and beautiful environment that we share today. 

St. Paul's Anglican Community Committee (SPACC) is an independent, non-profit and secular organization comprised of former members of the congregation as well as citizens in the village and surrounding area. 

This innovative outreach program would not be possible without the support of Leeds Anglican Ministries and the Anglican Diocese of Ontario. By working in partnership with the the Diocese of Ontario, the Ontario Heritage Trust, the Township of Rideau Lakes and with the support of other community groups, our goal is to repurpose the deconsecrated church and its attached hall into a community hub. A place where together, we can help to build a better community for everyone.

Built in 1811, St. Paul’s history of shared use between multiple congregations tells the story of Delta’s early religious history and its role in the development of the village. For more than two centuries, St. Paul’s was an integral part of the community, and not just for those who gathered to worship. St. Paul’s provided a warm and welcoming venue for community fellowship, where the Grace of God and the love of neighbours and friends touched people’s hearts and minds. And now, that same love of community and support to those in need is required more than ever.

We believe that peace comes from relationships that honour personal dignity, freedom, mutual trust, care, kindness, and respect. This is the foundation and framework of St. Paul’s Anglican Community Centre. Our fundamental obligation is to assist in the welfare of all members of our community, especially those who are vulnerable through age, infirmity, circumstances of dependency, or personal situations. 

Our objective is to make a significant difference to those in need by providing an environment that is warm, welcoming, and understanding. To provide a place where residents of the community, particularly young people, can feel welcome and accepted without regard to race, religion, creed, income, gender, or sexual orientation; be a visible and active participant in the economic and social life of the community, all the while maintaining and protecting the heritage value of St. Paul’s for generations to come. In summary, it is our belief that we can provide our village and all who reside here with a true Community Hall. A place where together we can build a better community for all.