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Religious leaders examine path ahead after court’s ruling against Trinity Western

June 20, 2018

OTTAWA – In upholding the right of provincial law bodies to deny accreditation to graduates of Trinity Western University, the Supreme Court of Canada has delivered a serious blow to religious freedom, say religious experts.

Register staff wins 13 newspaper awards

June 19, 2018

When it comes to reporting on ecumenical and interfaith issues, no one in English North America does it better than The Catholic Register.

Nigerian bishop promotes dialogue Muslims and Christians after years of violence

June 16, 2018

VANCOUVER – In the 23 years since Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama became a bishop, he has not taken one day off from promoting dialogue and peace between Christians and Muslims.

Father's Day: Stepping in to fill a father's role

June 15, 2018

VANCOUVER – Katherine Babcock was in college studying toward an arts degree when she found out she was pregnant. The child's father, her best friend of 10 years, could not cope with the news.

Supreme Court decision on Trinity Western delivers severe blow to religious freedom, say advocates

June 15, 2018

OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada’s decisions on Trinity Western University’s (TWU) proposed law school have delivered a severe blow to religious freedom, say advocates.

David Mulroney: We must renew our ‘Catholic weirdness’

June 14, 2018

After three years as president of the University of St. Michael’s College in Toronto, David Mulroney steps down June 30. The long-time diplomat and former ambassador to China reflects on his time at St. Michael’s and the direction of Catholic education.

Statues of Mary and Joseph saved from the wrecking ball at Edmonton monastery

June 13, 2018

EDMONTON – Two life-sized statues of Mary and Joseph that stood outside an Edmonton monastery for more than 90 years are now welcoming visitors to St. Joseph Catholic High School.

Majority of Canadians tired of residential school apologies, survey finds

June 13, 2018

OTTAWA – A majority of Canadians oppose the government making repeated apologies for the Indian residential schools, according to a new survey that indicates the country is deeply divided on the issue.

Dr. Ferrier sees hand of God in her work against euthanasia

June 12, 2018

OTTAWA – The recipient of the 2018 Archbishop Exner award says she “drifted” into family medicine but now she sees God’s providence in her work against euthanasia.

Out of the Cold programs rethinking future as city steps up homeless services

June 12, 2018

It may be time to consider closing Out of the Cold, said the man responsible for managing the 30-year-old church-based shelter program.