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The Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord: A “Yes” That Changed The WorldOn March 25, 2026, at the 5:30 p.m. Mass at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica, Cardinal Leo presided at the Holy Mass for the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. This feast recalls the moment the...Posted: Mar-27-2026 -
Cardinal Leo Writes to Canadian Senators re: Bill C-9 – Religious FreedomOn March 25, 2026, Bill C-9 – The Combatting Hate Act, passed third reading in the House of Commons by a vote of 188 to 144. The legislation has now been sent to the Senate for final review and...Posted: Mar-27-2026 -
St. Justin Martyr Parish Celebrates 40th AnniversaryOn March 22, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo presided at a special Mass to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of St. Justin Martyr Parish in Unionville, Ont. Marking the occasion with a beautiful liturgy, His Eminence was joined by current...Posted: Mar-26-2026 -
E-Newsletter March 29, 2026From the Pastor's Desk With Palm Sunday, we cross an important threshold. We are no longer simply preparing for Easter; we are entering into the events that lead us there. Holy Week is not just a remembrance of what...Posted: Mar-26-2026 -
Cardinal Leo's Holy Thursday Message to PriestsAs part of our Holy Week prayers and reflection, Cardinal Frank Leo has shared his annual Holy Thursday message with priests of the Archdiocese of Toronto. Holy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper (also referred to as the Lord’s...Posted: Mar-26-2026
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Clergy Changes 2026We give thanks for the priests of the archdiocese for their ongoing ministry and care for the faithful. Below you will find the listing of clergy changes for the Archdiocese of Toronto. We pray for the newly ordained, all those...Posted: Mar-25-2026 -
36th Annual Ordinandi Dinner – A Record Gathering Celebrates Four ‘Yeses’ to God’s CallA record 1,900 guests filled the Pearson Convention Centre for the 36th Annual Ordinandi Dinner, an evening marked by joy, gratitude, and powerful witness as four men preparing for priesthood in the Archdiocese of Toronto shared how they each...Posted: Mar-24-2026 -
900 Youth Gather from Across the Archdiocese for the Annual Ordinandi Youth EventNearly 900 young people representing school boards from across the Archdiocese came together at the Pearson Convention Centre for the Annual Ordinandi Youth Event—an inspiring day dedicated to faith, vocation, and discernment. The event featured a dynamic program...Posted: Mar-24-2026 -
Annual Mass of St. Patrick at St. Michael’s Cathedral BasilicaHis Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins, Archbishop Emeritus of Toronto, presided at the annual Mass of Saint Patrick on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica, where he warmly welcomed members of the Irish community from across...Posted: Mar-20-2026 -
Holy Name Parish in Toronto Celebrates 100th Anniversary of its DedicationOn Saturday, March 14th, Holy Name Parish in Toronto celebrated the 100th anniversary of the dedication of its church building. The community joyfully welcomed His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo, who celebrated the Mass of Laetare Sunday. Providentially, March 14th, 1926...Posted: Mar-20-2026 -
50 Years of Your Faith in Action Through ShareLifeOn March 19, 1976, Archbishop Philip Pocock made a Declaration on Behalf of Life — a defining moment that led to the establishment of ShareLife. At a time when the dignity of human life was being challenged, he spoke with...Posted: Mar-19-2026 -
E-Newsletter March 15, 2026PARISH NEWS/EVENTS ShareLife 2026: Living the Gospel Through Generosity For many years now, the parish community of St. Ignatius Loyola has been recognized across the Archdiocese for its remarkable generosity in supporting ShareLife. Again and...Posted: Mar-13-2026 -
Celebrating the Special Jubilee Year of St. FrancisDear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. As we continue our Lenten journey towards Easter Sunday, be assured of my gratitude for all that you are doing and will do over the...Posted: Mar-12-2026
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Protecting the Vulnerable: Current Safeguarding Issues WorldwideThe important topic of safeguarding was brought to the forefront on Friday, March 6 as Fr. Hans Zollner, SJ, delivered guest lectures for both the Assembly of Catholic Bishops of Ontario and the Archdiocese of Toronto at St. Augustine&rsquo...Posted: Mar-12-2026 -
Celebrating 150 Years of Faith at St. Patrick's ParishOn Sunday, March 8, St. Patrick’s Parish in Schomberg, Ont., joyfully celebrated its 150th anniversary with a special Mass celebrated by His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo. The celebration brought together past priests Fr. Bill Swift, Fr. Paul Hancko...Posted: Mar-11-2026 -
Cardinal Leo Reflects on the “Abundant Life” During St. Mark’s Parish VisitOn Sunday, March 1, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo visited St. Mark’s Parish in Stouffville, Ont. Celebrating the 11 a.m. Mass, he delivered a powerful homily speaking on faith, family and forgiveness. He also spoke about living...Posted: Mar-06-2026 -
Canadian Bishops Invite Prayers for Peace in the Middle EastThe Permanent Council of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) has issued a statement calling on the Catholic faithful to pray for peace in the Middle East. The statement affirms that we cannot remain indifferent to an armed conflict...Posted: Mar-05-2026 -
E-Newsletter March 1, 2026PARISH NEWS/EVENTS Fridays during Lent at St. Ignatius Loyola Parish You are invited to join us every Friday evening during Lent for Holy Mass (7:00 p.m.), followed by The Stations of The Cross (February 27, March 6...Posted: Feb-26-2026 -
In Gratitude for Years of Faithful ServiceOn Thursday, February 19, 2026, the Archdiocese of Toronto gathered for its annual Employee Service Recognition Celebration, honouring employees who have demonstrated long-standing commitment and dedicated service to the Archdiocese. This year, we celebrated those who reached significant milestones...Posted: Feb-24-2026 -
Marking Ash Wednesday at St. Michael's Cathedral BasilicaAsh Wednesday began the holy season of Lent. We are reminded that Lent “is a gracious gift by which we prepare ourselves for the paschal feasts with joy of minds made pure” (Lenten Preface 1). Through prayer, fasting...Posted: Feb-20-2026
