It was the English-speaking section of Collège Sainte-Marie de Montréal and split off to become its own institution.

In 1917, the parish of St. Ignatius was started for the local English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish population in the area.

In 1982, Loyola High School moved to new building and the Jesuits handed over administration of the church to the Archdiocese of Montreal who continue to serve the parish.

[3] With the merger of Loyola College to form Concordia University, the building ceased to have a purpose.

[3] The centre offers prayers guides, direction in Ignatian spirituality and a 'daily life' program.