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Celebrating 60 Years of Faith at Holy Redeemer ParishHoly Redeemer Parish in Pickering joyfully welcomed His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo on April 26 as part of the parish’s 60th anniversary celebrations. Cardinal Leo celebrated Mass with the faithful, bringing together clergy, parishioners, and distinguished guests including...Posted: Apr-30-2026 -
Cardinal Leo Visits University of St. Michael’s CollegeOn April 27, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo met with students, faculty, librarians, and staff of the University of St. Michael's College (USMC) at the close of the academic year. Cardinal Leo has served as the university's Chancellor...Posted: Apr-29-2026 -
Cardinal Leo Joins Scalabrinian Missionaries for Interprovincial Assembly in TorontoOn April 21, His Eminence offered an inspirational reflection on fraternity, presided at the 70th anniversary Mass of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, and joined missionaries and parishioners for a festive dinner. The Missionaries of St. Charles — Scalabrinians &mdash...Posted: Apr-24-2026 -
Archdiocese of Kingston Celebrates 200th AnniversaryOn April 18, the Archdiocese of Kingston marked 200 years of faith with a Solemn Mass of Thanksgiving at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception. Archbishop of Kingston Michael Mulhall chose a phrase from St. Paul&rsquo...Posted: Apr-24-2026 -
Remembering Pope Francis on the Anniversary of His Death"On the first anniversary of the death of our dear Pope Francis, his memory remains vivid in the Church and throughout the world." Pope Leo XIV expressed this in the message he sent to Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, Dean of...Posted: Apr-21-2026 -
Cardinal Leo Writes to Prime Minister, MPs – “I ask you to choose life…”On April 20, 2026, Cardinal Leo wrote to Prime Minister Carney and all federal Members of Parliament (MPs) in the Archdiocese of Toronto asking for their support of Bill C-218 and decrying the rapid expansion of euthanasia and assisted...Posted: Apr-20-2026 -
Missionary Sisters of St. Peter Claver Welcome Cardinal LeoOn April 15, the Community of the Missionary Sisters of St. Peter Claver had the great joy and honor of welcoming His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo for his first visit to their convent. Time together began with Vespers, followed by...Posted: Apr-17-2026 -
Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops Reflection on Pope Leo XIV’s Call for PeaceThe Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued the following reflection on the Holy Father's call for peace, human dignity and moral responsibility in public life. In light of recent public commentary surrounding the Holy Father’s appeals...Posted: Apr-16-2026 -
Cardinal Frank Leo to Represent Pope Leo XIV at Beatification Rite of the Georgia MartyrsStatement from the Archdiocese of Toronto re:Cardinal Frank Leo to Represent Pope Leo XIV at Beatification Rite of the Georgia Martyrs Cardinal Frank Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, will represent the Holy Father as the Papal Legate (official...Posted: Apr-14-2026 -
Pope Leo XIV Leads Prayer Vigil for Peace – April 11, 2026We invite Catholics throughout the Archdiocese of Toronto to join Pope Leo XIV in praying for peace. In light of so many global conflicts, including war and violence in the Middle East, the Holy Father will lead a Prayer Vigil...Posted: Apr-10-2026 -
Cardinal Leo Visits the Sisters Disciples of the Divine MasterHis Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo visited the Sisters Disciples of the Divine Master on March 26, bringing a spirit of pastoral warmth and fraternity to the community. He joined the sisters in a celebration of Vespers, sharing in the prayerful...Posted: Apr-07-2026 -
Easter Sunday – He is Risen!Easter Sunday marks Christ’s victory over death with His glorious Resurrection. By his death on the Cross, we today are freed from sin and its destructive grip on our lives. I am the Living One; I was dead...Posted: Apr-05-2026 -
Easter Vigil Celebrations Baptize 2,000 CatholicsAfter months of preparation and prayer through the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) program, a total of 2,050 catechumens were baptized at Easter Vigil celebrations across the Archdiocese of Toronto on Holy Saturday. This compares to 1...Posted: Apr-05-2026 -
Easter Message from His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMessage for Easter5 April 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto Easter Message 2026 My Dear Brothers and Sisters, Praised be Jesus Christ. Happy and Holy Easter to you. Holy Mother Church celebrates with the greatest joy ever...Posted: Apr-04-2026
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Good Friday: The Lord’s PassionOn this sombre day, we commemorate the death and crucifixion of Jesus. Christ made the ultimate sacrifice to save us from our sins. “But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was...Posted: Apr-04-2026 -
Holy Thursday: Marking the Beginning of the Easter TriduumOn Holy Thursday, we celebrate Jesus’ gift of the Eucharist. It is the night when we renew our mandate to serve one another in the washing of the feet, which first took place at the Last Supper. Jesus instituted...Posted: Apr-03-2026 -
Chrism Mass: Preparing for the Sacramental YearIn the Archdiocese of Toronto, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo gathers with the priests and faithful during Tuesday of Holy Week to celebrate the Chrism Mass. During this solemn liturgy, the Oil of the Sick and the Oil of Catechumens...Posted: Apr-01-2026 -
Palm Sunday: Holy Week BeginsPalm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week for Christians around the world. It commemorates the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem, when crowds greeted him by waving palm branches and laying them on the road as a sign...Posted: Mar-30-2026 -
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
