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Canadians stand with call on Trump to free imprisoned pro-lifers
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterLeaders of CanadaƵapp pro-life community stand in solidarity with the Thomas More Society in calling on U.S. President Donald Trump to fully and unconditionally pardon 21 American pro-lifers prosecuted, convicted and, in some cases, imprisoned by former president Joe BidenƵapp Department of Justice.
Pride flag affixed to crucifix in classroom
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterCampaign Life Coalition is sounding the alarm after learning that the Progress Pride flag was displayed affixed to a crucifix in a Catholic elementary school in December.
North of 60 overcomes obstacles
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterTeamwork and ingenuity prevailed over a number of unprecedented obstacles in 2024 for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul's (SSVP) annual North of 60 campaign in western Canada, said the program's president.
Soon-to-be saint made holiness concrete
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterInitially, Fr. David Bellusci, O.P. was simply interested in learning about Pier Giorgio FrassatiƵapp journey toward joining the Third Order of Saint Dominic and why he is “Blessed.”
Service set to pray for Christian unity
By Catholic Register StaffChristians of all denominations are invited to mark the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Jan. 19 with a Greater Toronto-wide service at North City Church in Woodbridge, northwest of the city.
CCCB plan follows LordƵapp desire we be one
By Canadian Catholic NewsThe 2025 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in the Archdiocese of Vancouver arrives with two special emphases: the Year of Jubilee and the Canadian bishops’ new strategic plan to strengthen ecumenical and interfaith initiatives across the country.
Charitable status risks even with prorogation
By Susan KorahThe resignation of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as Liberal Party leader and the prorogation of Parliament may have postponed a non-confidence vote and an immediate election, but has not averted the risk of certain organizations losing their charitable status.
Postal strike devastated charitable sector
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterSeven days after the federal government announced on Dec. 30 that the deadline would be extended so that non-profit donations would be eligible for 2024 tax support up until Feb. 28, 2025, Justin Trudeau prorogued Parliament on Jan. 6.
Cardinal Leo calls all Catholics to ‘fearless witness’
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterJust like a cardinal, ordinary Catholics too are called to “be fearless witnesses to the Lord,” a humble Cardinal Francis Leo told those gathered for a Mass of Thanksgiving to celebrate the Toronto ArchbishopƵapp recent elevation to the College of Cardinals.
Fr. Alan Campeau named Bishop of Thunder Bay
By Catholic Register StaffFr. Alan Campeau has been named by Pope Francis as the new Bishop of Thunder Bay in northern Ontario.
Canadian Catholics welcome Jubilee year of hope
By Canadian Catholic NewsCatholics across Canada welcomed Jubilee Year 2025 at churches and cathedrals nationwide with Masses celebrating the historic event as well as the Feast of the Holy Family.