NEWS
OTTAWA -- A new public opinion poll indicates Canadians are not as supportive of major changes to the federal MAiD (medical assistance in dying) system as the federal government claims.
Alex Trebek dies at 80; host of 'Jeopardy!' was educated in Catholic schools
By Carol Zimmermann, Catholic News ServiceWASHINGTON -- When the death of Alex Trebek -- beloved longtime host of "Jeopardy!" -- was announced, celebrities and fans around the country took to social media to express their grief.
Eta deluges Central America, Mexico, leaving scores dead, thousands homeless
By David Agren, Catholic News ServiceMEXICO CITY -- Pope Francis offered prayers for the victims of Hurricane Eta, which deluged Central America, claimed at least 50 lives and caused widespread flooding and property damage.
Dignity recovered for forgotten vets
By Wendy-Ann Clarke, The Catholic RegisterPatrick James Cox was a decorated soldier honoured for serving in France with the 7th Canadian Railway Troops in 1917, but in 1933 died at the Lakeshore Psychiatric Hospital in Toronto fighting a very different battle.
Immigration levels will be tough to meet
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterOttawa’s plan to take in a record 1.2 million immigrants between now and 2023, just under 15 per cent of them refugees, faces some serious COVID-era challenges, according to the churches and other organizations who sponsor over 20,000 refugees per year.
Catholic hockey academy boasts NHL-level talent
By Quinton Amundson, The Catholic RegisterGrade 9 to 12 students enrolled in the Hockey Canada Skills Academy (HCSA) at Sudbury, Ont.’s St. Charles College enjoyed multiple years in the orbit of an eventual history-making NHL draft pick.
Polish cardinal banned from public ministry over sex abuse
By Jonathan Luxmoore, Catholic News ServiceWARSAW, Poland -- A retired Polish cardinal has been banned from all public appearances, and ordered to compensate his alleged victims, after being investigated for sexual abuse.
McCarrick report expected next week
By Rhina Guidos, Catholic News ServiceWASHINGTON -- Vatican officials announced Nov. 6 that the Holy See will release Nov. 10 a long-awaited report on the investigation about the ascent to power of now-disgraced former U.S. Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick.
Thousands tune in to virtual Cardinal’s Dinner
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterThe COVID-19 pandemic is an opportunity for Toronto Catholics to “go deeper” into their spiritual lives, Cardinal Thomas Collins told thousands who gathered before television and computer screens for the most unusual Cardinal’s Dinner in over four decades.
Papal openness to LGBT community welcomed
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterMike Hyland will always remember the day when his 22-year-old son came to him with tears in his eyes and between sobs told his father he was gay. That memory surfaced again when headlines around the world trumpeted Pope Francis declaring gay people have a right to live in a family and should have legal protections.
Nuclear arms and Canada
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterWith the treaty banning nuclear weapons about to become international law, Global Affairs Canada has softened its opposition. But it’s still on the wrong side of history, according to Project Ploughshares executive director Cesar Jaramillo.