The Government of Ontario has announced that the lockdowns in Durham Region, Simcoe County and Orangeville will end on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, as those areas return to Red Zone COVID-19 restrictions. This means that in-person worship will...
On the evening of Sunday, February 7, Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, spoke about “A Life of Honour” during his latest edition of Lectio Divina at St. Michael’s Cathedral Basilica.
Lectio Divina is...
As the Archdiocese of Toronto prepares for Marriage Sunday on February 14, we acknowledge and thank all married couples – and especially those who are celebrating milestone anniversaries – for their commitment and witness to our community.
An essential...
To all clergy, staff and the faithful of the Archdiocese of Toronto,
Before providing an update on the latest measures implemented by the province of Ontario regarding churches in the Archdiocese of Toronto, I wish to express my gratitude and...
We are happy to say that in the months since our churches re-opened, there has yet to be community transmission of COVID-19 in any of our parishes. This amazing track record is only possible thanks to the hard...
On All Souls’ Day (Monday, November 2, 2020) at 7:30 a.m., Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, will celebrate a requiem Mass for the victims of the COVID-19 pandemic.
All are invited to watch the Mass...
This will be a joyous weekend as Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, ordains eight men into the priesthood on Saturday, June 27, 2020.
Temporary physical distancing measures during the COVID-19 pandemic, unfortunately, means that seating at the ordination...
In this time of pandemic, bishops in Canada and the United States will consecrate both countries to Mary, the mother of the Church, on Friday, May 1.
Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, will participate in the consecration during his...
Holy Week 2020 was unusual, but the Archdiocese of Toronto is grateful to all those who found creative ways to celebrate this most sacred season.
Some notable examples our resilient spirit during this Holy Week include:
More than 300,000...
To the faithful of the Archdiocese of Toronto,
In light of the present situation unfolding before us regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) worldwide, our primary concern is the spiritual and physical health and welfare of the faithful and of all...
During this Christmas season, Catholics around the world will reflect on the profound hope found in the nativity story: that Jesus would come to us as a small baby born into poverty in order to change the world with his...
Some see a conflict between faith and science. But for Fr. Peter Turrone, pastor of the Newman Centre and the holder of a doctorate degree in science, scientists have a beautiful vocation.
“Science, when it’s done properly...
Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services – Archdiocese of Toronto invites you to participate in their annual All Souls' Day Mass.
To honour the souls of our deceased family and friends, indoor Masses will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2019...
We invite you to join us in celebrating the Season of Creation (September 1 to October 4). The Church recognizes the ecological challenge facing the world today as a major threat. Responding to this crisis forms an integral part of...
We ask all members of the Archdiocese of Toronto to pray for vocations this weekend, as four transitional deacons prepare for the sacrament of holy orders.
On Saturday, May 11, 2019, Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto, will preside over...
In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday terror attacks in Sri Lanka, faith communities throughout the Greater Toronto Area are coming together in prayer this Thursday. The Easter Sunday targeted attacks of churches and hotels in Sri Lanka left at...
One year after an act of violence on Yonge St. shocked a city, the Archdiocese of Toronto encourages Catholics to join together in prayer and offer acts of kindness to demonstrate the resolve and generosity that is present in our...
On April 16, 2019, close to 400 priests gathered for the annual Chrism Mass, celebrated by Cardinal Thomas Collins, Archbishop of Toronto. The Mass includes the renewal of priestly vows as well as the blessing of holy oils that will...
1,000 guests led by 215 couples celebrating a collective 9,000 years of marriage enjoyed a special get-together on Sunday, February 10, 2019 at St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Woodbridge. The celebration coincided with the Archdiocese of...
A first-degree relic of missionary Saint Francis Xavier is coming to the Archdiocese of Toronto, January 12-14, 2018. The forearm of the saint, permanently displayed at the Church of the Gesù in Rome, will be in Canada...