153 John St S, Aylmer, ON N5H 2C6

Aylmer Baptist Church, established in 1816 by Rev. Reuben Crandell, is one of Ontario’s oldest Baptist congregations. Initially meeting in homes and barns near Orwell at Roger’s Corner, the congregation moved to Aylmer in 1843, constructing a frame chapel at Pine and John Streets. This was replaced by a brick building in 1871. A devastating fire on July 12, 1950, destroyed the church, leaving only the walls and tower. The community rallied, and the rebuilt church was dedicated on November 11, 1951. In April 2021, Rev. Dr. Michel R. Belzile became pastor, continuing the church’s long-standing service to the Aylmer community.