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Prayers for Pope Leo XIV as He Prepares for SurgeryThe faithful of the Archdiocese of Toronto are invited to join in prayer for our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, as he prepares to undergo surgery this week. The Holy Father announced on Sunday, October 11, that doctors had discovered...Posted: Oct-11-2026 -
Vatican Message for World Mental Health DayThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops shared the following communication, received from the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, on the occasion of World Mental Health Day (10 October 2026). Ottawa — The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops welcomes the...Posted: Oct-10-2026 -
Cardinal Leo's Message for ThanksgivingMessage for Thanksgiving12 October 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto My Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I am writing to you in anticipation of Thanksgiving, often associated with family gatherings, the...Posted: Oct-09-2026 -
Crypt Chapel Blessed and New Altar Consecrated at St. Michael’s Cathedral BasilicaOn October 1, 2026, members of the St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica community gathered for the blessing of the recently completed Crypt Chapel and the consecration of its new altar during the 5:30 p.m. Mass. Presiding over...Posted: Oct-08-2026 -
New Medical Clinic for Homeless Opens in TorontoOn October 2, 2026, Grand Master Fra’ John Dunlap, the first Canadian to lead the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, opened Toronto’s Good Shepherd Clinic, a new health unit for the homeless. Presiding over the ribbon-cutting...Posted: Oct-06-2026 -
Bill C-218 Vote on October 7 - Cardinal Leo Asks MPs to Support Private Members’ BillCanadian Members of Parliament are scheduled to vote on Bill C-218 at second reading on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. The bill would prevent Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) from being provided when mental illness is the sole underlying medical...Posted: Oct-05-2026 -
Two Men Ordained to the Transitional DiaconateOn Saturday, September 26, Catholics filled St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica to celebrate the Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate of two seminarians during the 10 a.m. Mass, presided by the Most Reverend Robert Kasun, C.S.B., Auxiliary...Posted: Sep-30-2026 -
Archdiocese Honours Saint Michael Award RecipientsOn September 27, 2026, more than 1,000 members of the Catholic community gathered at Saint Michael’s Cathedral Basilica for a celebration marking the Solemnity of Saint Michael, patron saint of the Archdiocese of Toronto. The liturgy...Posted: Sep-30-2026 -
Reverend Frank McDevitt Appointed Chaplain of His HolinessA special Eucharistic celebration was held on September 27, 2026, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help to recognize the appointment of Reverend Frank McDevitt as a “Chaplain of His Holiness,” an honour bestowed by Pope Leo XIV. Through...Posted: Sep-29-2026 -
Archdiocese of Toronto Marks the 112th World Day of Migrants and RefugeesThe Archdiocese of Toronto marked the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees on September 27, 2026, with a special Mass and Reception at St. Isaac Jogues Parish in Pickering, bringing together refugees, parishioners, clergy, government representatives, community leaders and...Posted: Sep-29-2026 -
Gala Raises $650,000 for Children’s Education in the Holy LandAn evening of faith and solidarity in Vaughan raised $650,000 to support Catholic education in the Holy Land. The Children of the Holy Land: An Evening of Hope and Solidarity was hosted on September 11 by the Canada&ndash...Posted: Sep-28-2026 -
A Celebration of Faith, Culture and Community: Cardinal Leo Visits Our Lady of Good Counsel ParishOn September 20, 2026, the community of Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish joyfully welcomed His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo for the celebration of the noon Mass. The visit marked a special moment in the life of the parish, which...Posted: Sep-25-2026 -
Canada’s Bishops Gather in Montreal for Annual Plenary AssemblyThe Catholic bishops of Canada are gathering in Montreal from September 21 to 25, 2026, for the annual Plenary Assembly of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB). The week provides an opportunity for prayer, dialogue and discernment on pastoral...Posted: Sep-23-2026 -
Cardinal Leo's Letter to the Faithful on National Day for Truth & Reconciliation and Indigenous Reconciliation Fund18 September 2026 My dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord Jesus, Thank you for all that you continue to do to strengthen the Kingdom of God in our archdiocese. Be assured of my prayers for you and your loved...Posted: Sep-23-2026
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A Historic and Joyful Milestone at Holy Spirit ChurchOn September 13, 2026, the Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church community in Scarborough gathered to celebrate its 70th anniversary with a beautiful Mass. The parish community was deeply blessed to welcome His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo as the principal celebrant...Posted: Sep-17-2026 -
Cardinal Leo's Message on the Solemnity of Saint Michael the ArchangelMessage on the Solemnity of Saint Michael the Archangel27 September 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto My Dear Brothers and Sisters, May Jesus and Mary be in your souls. I am writing to you today in anticipation...Posted: Sep-15-2026
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2026 Saint Michael Award Recipients AnnouncedThe Archdiocese of Toronto is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Saint Michael Award, recognizing distinguished and faithful service by members of the Catholic community throughout the archdiocese. Each year, recipients are nominated by their local pastor in...Posted: Sep-14-2026 -
Prayers and Birthday Greetings for Pope Leo XIVThe Archdiocese of Toronto extends our prayers and best wishes as Pope Leo XIV celebrates his 71st birthday on September 14, 2026. We give thanks for the Holy Father’s faithful leadership, his devoted service to the Church and...Posted: Sep-14-2026 -
Archdiocese of Toronto to Ordain Two Men to the Transitional DiaconatePosted: Sep-11-2026Candidates take an important step in their journey toward priesthood through the ministry of service to God and the Church. On September 26, 2026, the Archdiocese of Toronto will celebrate the Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate of two seminarians. Through... -
In Celebration of Higher Education at USMC Invocation CeremonyHis Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo, Chancellor of the University of St. Michael’s College, awarded attorney, professor, and institutional leader Dr. Colleen Hanycz a Doctor of Sacred Letters, honoris causa, on Monday, August 31, 2026, at Convocation Hall...Posted: Sep-11-2026
