Venezuela
Venezuela Earthquake Relief – Donations Accepted
We invite the faithful to pray for the people of Venezuela and to support humanitarian relief efforts following the devastating earthquakes that struck the country on June 24.
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Welcome Father Alvarez Pelayo!
With grateful and joyful hearts, we warmly welcome Fr. Efren Alvarez Pelayo as the new pastor of both Canadian Martyrs and Holy Cross parishes.
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Becoming Catholic (RCIA)
Do you wish to become a Catholic?
If you are interested in becoming a Catholic, please click on the button for more information.
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Ways to Support Your Parish
During these uncertain times, here are three ways that we can continue to contribute to our parish for ongoing costs to maintain our church.
How to support our Parish
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Mass Intentions
Mass Intentions for July 1st to July 31st
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Sharelife Update
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who generously donated toward the Sharelife offering. Please click to read full message.
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Pilgrimage to Medjugorje
Fr. Freddy will be leading a pilgrimage to Poland and Medjugorje from September 15-25, Please click for more information.
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Pray for the Sick
We keep in our prayers the sick, the homebound, and the forgotten members in our community. If you...
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Office Hours
The parish office will be open Monday to Friday from 10:00am - 4:00pm. We can be...
Cardinal Leo Presides at Missioning of Unity Health Toronto CEO
His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, presided at a Service of Missioning on June 23...
Unity Health CEO
Catechist Retreat
In Celebration of Catechists
On June 20, His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo celebrated Mass with a Blessing of Catechists at the closing...
Events
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Sanctuary Votive Prayer Candles

Light a candle for a loved one or special intention. Candles burn...

Mar-05-2026 - Dec-31-2026
Canadian Martyrs Parish
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Summer Break

As we head into the summer season, we wish each of you...

Jun-27-2026 - Aug-01-2026
Canadian Martyrs Parish
Street Patrol
Summer Street Patrol

July 8 to September 2, 20266:30 pm to 9:30 p...

Jul-08-2026 - Sep-02-2026
St. Patrick's Parish 131 McCaul Street
Candles/Photo by Irina Anastasiu
Stolen Heritage during the Holocaust: Claiming Justice

AN ONLINE WEBINAR RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSDiscover...

Jul-14-2026 - Jul-14-2026
Online
Martyrs' Shrine, Midland
Midland Martyrs' Shrine Annual Tamil Pilgrimage – 2026

Midland Martyrs' Shrine Annual Tamil Pilgrimage – 2026✝39th Annual Tamil Pilgrimage...

Jul-18-2026 - Jul-18-2026
16163 Ontario Highway 12, West, Midland, ON L4R 4K
Holy Smoke S’mores
Join Ignite Ministry - Holy Smoke S'mores & More - July 21

Ignite! Young Adult Ministry (ages 18 - 39)Tuesday, July 21 | 7:00...

Jul-21-2026 - Jul-21-2026
St. Patrick’s Rectory Garden
Flowers
Eight - Day Silent Retreat for Men & Women with Sr. Mary Rowell, CSJ

God Meets us in the Mist. A Retreat for Times of Uncertainty...

Jul-22-2026 - Jul-30-2026
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
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The Bosnian Genocide: Learning from the Past for the Future

AN ONLINE WEBINAR RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSParticipants...

Jul-22-2026 - Jul-22-2026
Online
Hike
Encounter Christ in Creation

Ignite Ministry Trip To Ignatius Ecological Centre in Guelph  Interested...

Jul-25-2026 - Jul-25-2026
Ignatius Ecological Centre in Guelph
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Annual Mass for the Faithful Departed - 2026

Catholic Cemeteries & Funeral Services invites families and our faith communities to...

Aug-12-2026 - Aug-12-2026
Multiple Locations
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125th Anniversary of St. John the Evangelist, Caledon

St. John the Evangelist Parish in Caledon (16066 The Gore Rd.) is...

Aug-22-2026 - Aug-22-2026
16066 The Gore Rd., Caledon, ON., L7C3E6
Candles/Photo by Irina Anastasiu
Bringing History to Life Through Survivor Stories

AN ONLINE WEBINAR RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSSurvivor...

Aug-25-2026 - Aug-25-2026
Online
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522 Plains Road
Toronto, ON
M4C 2Z1

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522 Plains Road
Toronto, ON
M4C 2Z1

t:  437.880.9354
e:  canadianmartyrsto@archtoronto.org

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Karen Colonia
Parish Secretary

Maria Agovino
Lay Pastoral Assistant
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