The historical significance of the Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral in Moncton is being recognized as part of National Acadian Day celebrations.
Health Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor, a Moncton MP, will unveil a plaque at the cathedral during a ceremony Thursday morning.
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Built between 1939 and 1940, the cathedral is seen as a symbol of Acadian achievement and resilience.
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The construction was supported by Acadians in the Maritimes, Quebec, Louisiana and New England.
The property includes an exterior sculpture of the Virgin Mary, patron saint of the Acadians.
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