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Notre Dame Basilica makes history by naming first woman to run its operations

November 10, 2016

MONTREAL – After being run exclusively by men for 360 years, Montreal’s oldest and most historic Catholic parish has become possibly the first in Quebec (and perhaps anywhere in Canada) to name a woman to manage its day-to-day operations.

Vatican’s vast archive opens new door to Canadian history

November 9, 2016

OTTAWA – Newly released digital inventories of Vatican documents have revealed fresh insights into Canadian history, but don’t expect the kind of dramatic revelations that would fill a Dan Brown mystery novel, says an Italian specialist.

Justice Committee grants transgender bill quick approval

November 9, 2016

OTTAWA – The Justice Committee quickly approved transgender Bill C-16 and passed it back to the House of Commons Nov. 2 with no hearings or public consultation.

Quebec bishop warns of ‘culture of death’ surrounding assisted suicide

November 9, 2016

A “culture of death” is threatening the lives of our elderly, warns Bishop Noel Simard.

Quebec euthanasia triple predictions amid abuse worries

November 8, 2016

OTTAWA – With euthanasia occurring in Quebec at triple government predictions, obtaining accurate statistics on medically assisted deaths across Canada is almost impossible and could lead to abuse, according to anti-euthanasia advocates.

Students past and present honoured at Fogarty Dinner

November 3, 2016

For 40 years, the Catholic Education Foundation of Ontario (CEFO) has worked as an ally and advocate for one of the most valuable assets of the Church community – its young people.

Canada’s assisted suicide law moving swiftly, symposium told

November 3, 2016

WINDSOR, Ont. – Opponents of assisted suicide face “significant challenges” following the Canadian government’s official endorsement of medically-aided death in legislation enacted last June, a symposium was told.

Cardus selects cabinet to mark Canada’s 150th

November 3, 2016

OTTAWA – The role of faith will not be left behind as Canada marks its 150th birthday in 2017.

Alberta shows more environmental leadership in the spirit of 'Laudato Si’

November 2, 2016

ST. ALBERT, Alta. – Until a year and a half ago, Alberta was “ground zero” for lack of trust in protecting the environment, says Andrew Read of the environmentalist Pembina Institute.

Cross-country trek behind a shopping cart raises awareness for homeless youth

November 2, 2016

HAMILTON, ONT. – Joe Roberts knows what it’s like to be young and homeless in Canada, which is why is he pushing for change. Literally.