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Lent & Holy Week
2026
Schedule
Christ Carrying the Cross
Lent 2026
"Lent teaches us that to return to the Lord is also to return to one another, and journey together."
Read Cardinal Leo's Message for Lent
ShareLife Sunday
March 22 is ShareLife Sunday
This year alone, 150,000 individuals and families will be reached through your faith in action, bringing hope and healing where it’s needed most.
Learn more and give today
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.
More info
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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 March 1st to March 31st
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2026 Confirmandi
Congratulations to all our candidates!
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Stations of the Cross
You are invited to pray the Stations of the Cross every Friday at 7:00 pm during Lent. Click for more information.
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Upcoming Events
Canadian Martyrs Upcoming Events for Lent and Holy Week
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Financial Update
Click to view the Financial Statement for March 2026
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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.
Latest News
50 Years of Your Faith in Action Through ShareLife
On March 19, 1976, Archbishop Philip Pocock made a Declaration on Behalf of Life — a defining moment...
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Message for Lent 2026 from His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo
Lenten Message 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto   My Dear Brothers and Sisters,  May...
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...
Events
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Lenten Reflection

 A Simple Reflection: Becoming Living Water This Lent  In the...

Mar-05-2026 - Apr-01-2026
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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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Meditate on God's Word

FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT   First Reading:  1 Samuel 16.1b...

Mar-14-2026 - Mar-21-2026
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Thank You!

Blessed to Give: Parish Fundraising Campaign We extend our heartfelt thank you...

Mar-14-2026 - Mar-21-2026
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40 Days for Life Toronto Lenten Campaign

You are warmly invited to take part in a peaceful and prayerful...

Feb-18-2026 - Mar-29-2026
Dufferin and Lawrence
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Silent Ignatian Retreat for Men: Soul-Making by Grace

Men Ignatian Retreat: Soul-Making by Grace: Encountering God's Love through...

Mar-20-2026 - Mar-22-2026
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
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17th Annual Dynamic Women of Faith Conference

REGISTER for this Lenten Day of Reflection:Johnnette Benkovic Williams from EWTN...

Mar-21-2026 - Mar-21-2026
Le TrePort Banquet Hall - 1075 Queensway E, Missississauga, ON
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A Journey Back to the Heart of God - Lenten Retreat for Young Adults

We invite all young adults (ages 19–39) to join us...

Mar-21-2026 - Mar-21-2026
St. Thomas More Parish, Ellesmere
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Day Retreat for Women: Healing & Forgiveness

Day Retreat for Women: Healing and Forgiveness: How Identity Lies and Wounds...

Mar-21-2026 - Mar-21-2026
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
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SPECIAL PRAYER SERVICE FOR SICK & SUFFERING - MARCH 21

We invite you to come and join us at Divine Retreat Centre...

Mar-21-2026 - Mar-21-2026
69 William Street Toronto, ON M9N 2G6
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RISE - Young Adults Ministry - March 21

We warmly invite young adults aged 20 and above to join &ldquo...

Mar-21-2026 - Mar-21-2026
69 William Street Toronto, ON M9N 2G6
Teaching Seder
Teaching Seder

AN IN-PERSON EVENT SPONSORED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL & INTERFAITH...

Mar-23-2026 - Mar-23-2026
Holy Blossom Temple, 1950 Bathurst St., Toronto
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522 Plains Road
Toronto, ON
M4C 2Z1

 Office/Mailing Address
522 Plains Road
Toronto, ON
M4C 2Z1

t:  437.880.9354
e:  canadianmartyrsto@archtoronto.org

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Clergy
Rev. Godofredo Claudio
Pastor

Parish Staff
Karen Colonia
Parish Secretary

Maria Agovino
Lay Pastoral Assistant
catechistme@protonmail.com