My dear brothers and sisters in Christ,
As Catholic Christians, we are in the midst of our Advent celebrations, the solemn and sacred preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Saviour, on Christmas Day...
Last month, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, had the opportunity to attend Radio Maria Canada’s “A Celestial Night” dinner at Venu Event Space in Vaughan, Ont.
The event, a fundraiser for the 24...
The Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, presented Papal Honours to six people during Mass on November 30 at St. Michael's Cathedral Basilica in downtown Toronto.
Papal Honours provide an opportunity to recognize individuals who have exhibited...
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have issued a statement on the non-permissibility of euthanasia and assisted suicide within Canadian health organizations with a Catholic identity.
Issued on November 30, the statement highlights the fact that, "despite...
On Sunday November 26, 2023, on the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, and World Youth Day, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), with the approval of the Permanent Council, published Praedica Verbum: ...
44th Annual Cardinal’s Dinner – 14 November 2023Address by His Grace Most Rev. Francis Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto
Thank you, Mr. MacKinnon, for your kind words and for all your committed work in coordinating the organization of...
The Office of Catholic Youth (OCY) of the Archdiocese of Toronto held their annual “Renew Toronto” conference for young adults on Saturday, November 4, 2023.
The Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, was on hand to...
His Grace, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto, recently visited St. Paul’s Basilica in downtown Toronto to celebrate Mass for members of the Legacy Society. In his homily. Archbishop Leo spoke about the importance of prayer...
The Standing Committee for Family and Life of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) have shared the video recording from their webinar titled, "Concrete Ways to Renew Practices in Family Holiness."
The webinar featured Msgr. Philippe Bordeyne, President of...
Pope Francis addressed the faithful pilgrims gathered in Saint Peter’s Square at midday Wednesday, on the Solemnity of All Saints, and spoke about holiness as a gift from God, and as a journey.
“Holiness is a gift...
Archbishop Francis Leo is inviting the Catholic community to share thoughts and ideas regarding future pastoral planning in the Archdiocese of Toronto. Feedback will help inform a renewed Pastoral Plan to be used in the years ahead.
To learn more...
Sunday, October 29 marked the end of the first session of the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, titled the “Synod on Synodality,” with Pope Francis celebrating the closing Mass in St. Peter’s...
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT) have announced the creation of new scholarships to support learners from a host of different backgrounds and capacities including newcomers and people seeking refuge in Canada, outstanding youth, and adults continuing their...
In November 2023, the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) Office for Evangelization and Catechesis will host a webinar series, titled "The Four Constitutions of Vatican II" inviting leaders of catechesis and evangelization to reflect on the Four Constitutions of...
During his general audience on Wednesday, His Holiness, Pope Francis declared that Friday, October 27, is to be a day of fasting, penance and prayer for peace.
The Holy Father invited, "the various Christian confessions, members of other religious...
The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) held its biennial election to determine the new members the Executive Committee and Permanent Council. The Most Reverend William T. McGrattan, Bishop of Calgary was elected as President, and the Most Reverend Pierre...
His Grace, the Most Rev. Francis Leo, Archbishop of Toronto recently attended the Missionaries of Charity’s Mother Teresa Festival.
The Missionaries of Charity Sisters are a religious community founded by Mother Teresa (now St. Teresa of Calcutta) in...
The Most Rev. William McGrattan, president of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), has issued a statement urging the Catholic faithful in Canada to unite in prayer for peace in the Middle East.
“Over these last few days...
Earlier today, Pope Francis asked for prayers for sustained peace in the Middle East.
"I am following apprehensively and sorrowfully what is happening in Israel where the violence has exploded even more ferociously, causing hundreds of deaths and casualties...
My dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord Jesus,
On this Thanksgiving weekend, I wish to extend my prayerful best wishes to the entire Catholic community throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto and to all persons of good will. It is...