The Anglican Diocese of New Westminster – named after the first incorporated city in British Columbia – was established in 1879. The Diocese is situated on the unceded traditional territory of the Coast Salish peoples, and consists of 66 parishes and 3 worshipping communities across the southwest part of the province of British Columbia, from the Sunshine Coast in the west to Hope, located 150 kilometres east of the City of Vancouver.
The Diocese covers the urban and suburban areas of the City of Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. It is divided into 6 archdeaconries and 12 regional deaneries. It was established in 1879.
The 10th Bishop of New Westminster is the Right Reverend John Stephens. He was elected at an Electoral Synod held October 3rd, 2020, and consecrated and installed February 28th, 2021.
The Synod Office (including the Bishop’s Office) is located at 1410 Nanton Avenue, adjacent to St. John’s Church.
To learn more about the Diocese, its mission, ministry, resources, and training programs that support the parish, refer to its website.