Archdiocese of Toronto

John McGrath led a life of doing the right things

Quinton Amundson · November 6, 2026

John McGrath (1941-2026), the Archdiocese of Toronto’s chancellor of temporal affairs from 2001 to 2012, served with a selfless, thankful heart. He was a leader who remained calm and collected no matter the situation. And he was a truly loving and attentive husband, father of eight, grandfather of 28 and great-grandfather of four.

All Souls' Mass share hope, fellowship

Luke Mandato · November 5, 2026

Catholics from around the Archdiocese of Toronto will gather in mausoleums and reception centres to pray as part of this year’s All Souls’ Day Masses on Nov. 7, a long-standing tradition for the faithful departed.

World Youth Day ’27 countdown kicks off

Luke Mandato · November 3, 2026

Young adults from across the Archdiocese of Toronto will gather later this month to officially kick off next year’s World Youth Day, with Cardinal Frank Leo celebrating a special Vigil Mass launching a year of preparation for the international youth gathering in Seoul, South Korea.

Enthusiasm grows for Synergy Toronto

Luke Mandato · October 24, 2026

With Synergy Toronto 2026 just weeks away, excitement continues to build among Catholic leaders in social services, health and education as Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto finalizes plans for a gathering both timely and urgently needed.

Papal legate Leo set for Georgia Martyrs’ beatification

Toronto Cardinal to act as Pope’s representative

Quinton Amundson · October 21, 2026

Treasuring the opportunity to serve as papal legate for the Georgia Martyrs’ beatification liturgy on Oct. 31 as a “profound honour,” Cardinal Frank Leo and his staff have worked alongside the Diocese of Savannah in recent months in the spirit of organizing the most transcendent celebration imaginable.

Roundabout journey leads to the priesthood

Luke Mandato · October 15, 2026

Looking back on years as a young man searching for meaning beyond, and now as a newly ordained transitional deacon, Michael Berlin-Riga’s journey has long been marked by quiet moments of grace and a growing call not to be served, but to serve.

Cardinal Leo Encourages Catholics to Participate in October 26 Municipal Elections

Archdiocese of Toronto · October 13, 2026

Cardinal Leo reflects on our responsibility to contribute to the common good and the important role of Catholic school board trustees in safeguarding the faith and identity of our Catholic schools.

Catholic archives overwhelmed by Bill C3

'Lost Descendants' bill taxing resources in dioceses

Quinton Amundson · October 10, 2026

Since Bill C-3 passed last December, Canadian Catholic archivists have arguably never been busier, more visible or more relied upon than they were in the first nine months of 2026.

Traditional Mass exception for Toronto comes with a condition

Paul Schratz · October 10, 2026

A Toronto parish known for regularly offering the pre-conciliar form of the Mass, commonly referred to as the traditional Latin Mass (TLM), has been instructed to replace one of those Masses each month with the post-conciliar Novus Ordo Mass.

A call to support our Indigenous brethren

Catholic Register Staff · September 30, 2026

Cardinal Frank Leo’s letter to the faithful on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation