News/Canada
Religious leaders examine path ahead after court’s ruling against Trinity Western
By Deborah Gyapong, Canadian Catholic NewsOTTAWA – 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
By Catholic Register StaffWhen 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
By Agnieszka Krawczynski, Canadian Catholic NewsVANCOUVER – 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
By Agnieszka Krawczynski, B.C. Catholic
Supreme Court decision on Trinity Western delivers severe blow to religious freedom, say advocates
By Deborah Gyapong, Canadian Catholic NewsOTTAWA — 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’
By David Mulroney, Catholic Register SpecialAfter 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
By Chris Berthelot, Canadian Catholic NewsEDMONTON – 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
By Deborah Gyapong, Canadian Catholic NewsOTTAWA – 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
By Deborah Gyapong, Canadian Catholic NewsOTTAWA – 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
By Michael Swan, The Catholic RegisterIt may be time to consider closing Out of the Cold, said the man responsible for managing the 30-year-old church-based shelter program.
Choir hits a high note in Canadian visit
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterMary Sharp joined the Young Catholic Musicians choir because she found an outlet for her joy of music and the joy of the Gospel. Last week, for the very first time, she and her fellow musicians shared their joy with audiences in Canada.