Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the liturgical season of Lent. In 2026, Ash Wednesday falls on February 18.
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Discernment Retreat at St. Augustine's Seminary
Come & See - February 27 to March 1
The Office of Vocations is offering a weekend discernment retreat at St. Augustine's Seminary for single men 18+ interested in discerning and learning more about diocesan priesthood.
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Welcome to St. Mary of the People Parish, Oshawa
The center of our faith community for over 65 years.
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Canadian Catholic Bishops on Bill C-218: No “MAiD” for Mental Illness
The Permanent Council of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) has issued a statement strongly supporting Private...
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Cardinal Leo Affirms Concerns of Canadian Bishops re: Bill C-9
5 December 2025 My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I write to you today to convey my...
Message for Lent 2026 from His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo
Lenten Message 2026His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto   My Dear Brothers and Sisters,  May...
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A Lifetime of Love: 11,137 Years of Marriage Under one Roof as 300 Couples Renew Wedding Vows
On Sunday, February 8, 2026 (Marriage Sunday in the Archdiocese of Toronto), more than 300 couples, collectively representing...
Events
Lent 2026
Detachment: A Lenten Reflection with Fr. John Sutka

Lenten Reflection on Detachment & Poverty of the Spirit. Join us on...

Feb-19-2026 - Feb-19-2026
Merciful Redeemer Parish
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Network Workshop: Anne Walsh

NETWORK WORKSHOP: Anne WalshEffective Christ-centred Pastoral Care in Family, Youth and...

Feb-19-2026 - Feb-19-2026
Virtual Workshop
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Special Prayer Service for Sick & Suffering

We invite you to come and join us at Divine Retreat Centre...

Feb-21-2026 - Feb-21-2026
69 William Street Toronto, ON M9N 2G6
RISE -Young Adults Ministry
RISE -Young Adults Ministry

We warmly invite young adults aged 20 and above to join &ldquo...

Feb-21-2026 - Feb-21-2026
69 William Street Toronto, ON M9N 2G6
Manresa Retreat
Day Retreat for Men & Women - Out of the Ashes: A Lenten Journey to Resurrection

Day of Reflection for Men/Women. Out of the Ashes: a Lenten...

Feb-23-2026 - Feb-23-2026
Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre
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Eucharistic Miracles of the World Exhibit at St. Mary Star of the Sea Parish

This event starts February 26 and ends on March 1.Please join...

Feb-26-2026 - Feb-26-2026
11 Peter St S, Mississauga
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Lenten Retreat

Queen of Apostles Retreat Centre invites all men and women to our...

Feb-28-2026 - Feb-28-2026
1617 Blythe Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L5H 2C3
Catholic Moms
Embrace Motherhood Workshop - St. Justyn Martyr

This short interactive workshop for moms of young little ones is great...

Feb-28-2026 - Feb-28-2026
St. Justin Martyr Parish
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AI: Promise, Power, and Pitfalls

AI is transforming our world, but misuse is rising. Join Cyber Security...

Feb-28-2026 - Feb-28-2026
Blessed Trinity Parish, 3200 Bayview Avenue
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Encounter: 24 Hours for the Lord

Join St. Basil’s and USMC Campus Ministry for a special...

Mar-06-2026 - Mar-07-2026
St. Basil's Parish (50 St Joseph St, Toronto, ON)
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Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience - March 7-8, 2026

Are you ready for more growth and happiness in your marriage or...

Mar-07-2026 - Mar-08-2026
Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre
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Worldwide Marriage Encounter (English)

Worldwide Marriage Encounter is a Catholic movement led by married couples, dedicated...

Mar-07-2026 - Mar-08-2026
1617 Blythe Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L5H 2C3
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570 Marion Avenue
Oshawa, ON
L1J 3B9

 Office/Mailing Address
570 Marion Avenue
Oshawa, ON
L1J 3B9

t:  905.728.2212
e:  stmaryofthepeopleos@archtoronto.org

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Clergy
Rev. Joel Pabilona, Jr.
Pastor

Parish Staff
Paul Power
Office Administrator

Brian Lam
Custodian


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