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Father's Installation Mass
We invite all parishioners, families, and friends to celebrate the Installation of Fr. Efren as our pastor on Saturday, October 17, at 5:00 p.m.
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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 September 1st to September 30th
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We Need Your Help!
Please contact the parish office if you are are able to share food items for our Feast Day potluck celebration on Sat., Sept. 26 after the 5pm Mass.
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First Friday
Starting in October, the First Friday Mass will be celebrated at 9am followed by the traditional devotions. There will be no 9am Mass at Holy Cross.
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Sacramental Preparation
Please click for updated news regarding sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation.
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Know Your Faith Series
We are pleased to announce the upcoming "Know Your Faith: Scripture Study". Click for more information.
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Archdiocese to Support Humanitarian Relief in Nepal and Colombia
Two significant natural disasters in recent days have resulted in tremendous loss of life, widespread destruction and the...
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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...
Office Hours
The parish office will be open Tuesday to Friday from 10:00am - 2:00pm. We can be...
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Canada’s Bishops Gather in Montreal for Annual Plenary Assembly
The Catholic bishops of Canada are gathering in Montreal from September 21 to 25, 2026, for the annual...
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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
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Municipal Election Parish Guidelines

Municipal and Catholic School Board Trustee elections are approaching, and we encourage...

Sep-11-2026 - Oct-26-2026
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Order of Christian Initiation of Adults

OCIA – Becoming Catholic - We are now welcoming inquiries for this fall...

Sep-11-2026 - Dec-15-2026
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Visiting Ministry

Parishioners who are homebound, ill, or in hospital and wish to receive...

Sep-15-2026 - Sep-15-2027
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Sunday Reflections

TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME First Reading:  Isaiah 55:6...

Sep-19-2026 - Sep-26-2026
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Season of Creation: Living Water

AN EVENT PROMOTED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONS September...

Sep-01-2026 - Oct-04-2026
In-Person
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Propaganda, Media, and Critical Thinking

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

Sep-14-2026 - Sep-27-2026
Online
Magnifica Humanitas
Magnifica Humanitas: Encyclical Reading Group

A HYBRID EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSThis...

Sep-14-2026 - Dec-09-2026
Hybrid
Holy Trinity Statue
Windows on Theology: Remembering the Trinity: Exploring the Source and Summit of Life

Presented by Gordon Rixon, SJDate: Sept. 16, Sept. 30, Oct. 7, Oct...

Sep-16-2026 - Nov-04-2026
Regis College
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North American Academy of Ecumenists Annual Conference: “The Common Good”

AN ONLINE EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE ECUMENINCAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSThe North...

Sep-25-2026 - Sep-27-2026
Online
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Young Professional Catholics of Toronto Arise Conference

ARISE: A Day to Renew Your Faith, Purpose and Calling Young Catholic...

Sep-26-2026 - Sep-26-2026
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Marriage Preparation Course Fall 2026

Where: Our Lady of Lourdes Church (Library and Loyola Halls, 2nd floor...

Sep-26-2026 - Oct-04-2026
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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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Clergy
Parish Staff
Karen Colonia
Parish Secretary

Maria Agovino
Lay Pastoral Assistant
magovino@archtoronto.org

Enrique De Leon
Custodian