Wendy-Ann Clarke, The Catholic Register
St. Michael’s principal returns to his roots
For Pat Daly, new principal of St. Michael’s College School, walking the halls of the prestigious all-boys Catholic school in Toronto feels like coming back to his roots.
Furniture maker set the table for papal visit
Though Ontario was not one of the stops on the Pope’s recent visit to Canada, a furniture company from just outside Toronto gave the province a seat at the historic table.
Saint Paul’s boosts immigrant health workers over barriers
Like many internationally trained health-care professionals who immigrate to Canada, Dr. Sahar Zohni struggled to find a clear pathway into the Canadian medical system.
Camp helps newcomers adjust to new life
While with students at a local park during a summer day camp for newcomers and their families, English as a Second Language (ESL) resource teacher Christine Ignas was handed a cell phone. It was the father from one of the families in the camp who wanted to speak with her.
Ontario nurse given religious exemption for vaccine
It’s unclear as to whether an Ontario nurse who received a religious exemption from COVID-19 vaccination based on Catholic faith will set a precedent for others arguing on similar grounds.
St. Andrew’s CWL marks century of caring
Terry Murphy is the fifth generation in her family to serve as part of the Catholic Women’s League at St. Andrew’s Parish in Oakville, Ont.
Passion for dance drives ballet protege
When Kolton Ruyter started ballet at age seven, it was more out of necessity than out of love for the dance form.
Family finally reunited under one roof
After years of being separated due to the health-care needs of their youngest child, the Jobin family is finally reunited under one roof.
Welcoming strangers for 75 years and beyond
Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Church in Ottawa is celebrating 75 years as a parish this year, but its legacy as a welcoming place goes back a lot further.
Cure for men’s loneliness? Take ‘em to the shed
Catholic Family Services of Simcoe County is targeting loneliness, isolation and depression in senior men through an innovative program that improves their mental health and well-being.