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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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Sacred Heart of Jesus
Message on the Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
"June offers us a practical spiritual invitation, a moment to ask a simple but demanding question: does my heart resemble the heart of Christ?"
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Becoming Catholic (RCIA)
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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
Latest News
Cardinal Leo's Message for Canada Day
Message of His Eminence Cardinal Frank LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of TorontoCanada Day – July 1, 2026 My Dear Brothers...
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A Warm Welcome to Visitors for the World Cup
As our city comes alive with the excitement of international soccer this summer, the Archdiocese of Toronto extends...
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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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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Sunday Reflections

TWELFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME First Reading:  Jeremiah 20:10-13...

Jun-20-2026 - Jun-27-2026
Canadian Martyrs Parish
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Financial Update for May 2026

Financial Report May Amount Offertory $    3,754.60 Building...

Jun-20-2026 - Jun-27-2026
Canadian Martyrs Parish
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Mission Appeal Thanks

We sincerely thank all parishioners and visitors for your generous donations to...

Jun-20-2026 - Jun-27-2026
Canadian Martyrs Parish
Celestial Singles
Introductory Sessions for Celestial Singles

Saturday, June 13, 20 and 27, 2026Want to discern your God-given...

Jun-13-2026 - Jun-27-2026
St. Peter's Parish Hall, 840 Bathurst St., Toronto
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The Book of Deuteronomy and the Civic Society

AN ONLINE EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSThis...

Jun-29-2026 - Jun-29-2026
Online
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BIBLE CONVENTION

Dear Faithful, We warmly invite you to attend Bible Convention 2026 at...

Jul-03-2026 - Jul-05-2026
69 William Street Toronto, ON M9N 2G6
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
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Day Retreat for Women: How to Build Resilience around Habit Change. From Resistance to Perseverance

Day Retreat for Women: How to Build Resilience around Habit Change: From...

Jul-11-2026 - Jul-11-2026
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
Young Adults
14th Anniversary BBQ Party of St. Thomas More Young Adults for Christ

🎉 We are Turning 14! Anniversary BBQ Party 🎉Hey everyone! Can you believe...

Jul-11-2026 - Jul-11-2026
St. Thomas More Parish, Ellesemere
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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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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
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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
Parish Staff
Karen Colonia
Parish Secretary

Maria Agovino
Lay Pastoral Assistant
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