Halifax Nova Scotia Temple facts for kids

Halifax Nova Scotia Temple
Number	64	edit data
Dedicated	Quick facts for kids November 14, 1999 (November 14, 1999) by Gordon B. Hinckley
Site	2 acres (0.8 hectares)
Floor area	10,700 sq ft (990 m2)
Height	71 ft (22 m)
Preceded by	Detroit Michigan Temple
Followed by	Regina Saskatchewan Temple
Official website: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/temples/details/halifax-nova-scotia-temple • News & images
Additional information Announced May 7, 1998 Groundbreaking October 12, 1998 by Jay E. Jensen Open House November 4–7, 1999 Designed by L.A. Beaubien and Associates, and Church A&E Services Location 44 Cumberland Drive Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Canada Exterior finish White Bethel granite Temple design Classic modern, single spire Ordinance rooms 2 (Movie, two-stage progressive sessions) Sealing rooms 2 Clothing rental No Cafeteria No Visitors' center No

The Halifax Nova Scotia Temple is a special building for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is the 64th temple built by the Church. Temples are places where members go to learn more about their faith and make promises to God.

History of the Temple

Building the Temple

The journey to build the Halifax Nova Scotia Temple began on October 12, 1998. On that day, which was Thanksgiving Day in Canada, a special event called a groundbreaking ceremony took place. During this ceremony, leaders and members gathered to officially start the construction. About 700 members attended, led by Jay E. Jensen.

Opening and Dedication

Before the temple was officially opened, about 8,000 people were able to tour the building. This allowed everyone, including those not of the faith, to see inside.

The temple was dedicated on November 14, 1999. The dedication is a special ceremony that officially opens the temple for its sacred purposes. Gordon B. Hinckley, who was the president of the Church at that time, dedicated the temple.

Interestingly, the dedication of the Halifax temple was delayed by one day. This happened because of a problem with President Hinckley's airplane. Because of this delay, the Halifax temple was dedicated on the same day as another temple, the Regina Saskatchewan Temple. This was the first time two temples of the Church were dedicated on the same day. President Hinckley stayed in Cole Harbour, while another Church leader, Boyd K. Packer, went to Regina for the other dedication.

Temple Features

The Halifax temple has a total floor area of about 10,700 square feet (994 square meters). Inside, it has two rooms for special ceremonies, called ordinance rooms. It also has two sealing rooms, where families can be united forever.

Recent Events

In 2020, the Halifax Nova Scotia Temple temporarily closed its doors. This closure was a response to the worldwide coronavirus pandemic. Like many public places, the temple closed to help keep people safe and healthy.

Images for kids

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  Gordon B. Hinckley waving to the crowd after the dedication

See also

In Spanish: Templo de Halifax para niños