Many asylum seekers have been housed in hotels or shelters, even as private groups are prepared to help them adjust to life in Canada. In downtown Toronto, however, inspired by the life of a freshly canonized saint, another model has been operating for over 25 years.
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Quebec bishops denounce abuses aired in broadcast on Oblates
In a statement issued a few minutes after the broadcast of a story from Radio-Canada investigating sexual abuse allegedly committed by 10 Oblate missionaries in First Nation communities, the Quebec Assembly of Catholic Bishops told of their “indignation and shame” for the “terrible tragedy of sexual and physical abuse of minors by members of the clergy or religious communities.”
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New book alleges that Canadian police favor mining interests over indigenous peoples
Carleton University researchers say that Canadian mining companies are taking advantage of anti-terrorism tactics to suppress legitimate political protest.
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Abuse crisis is like a fire purifying the church, says head of Canadian bishops
“In this case, however, we may need to allow this fire to keep burning,” Bishop Lionel Gendron of Saint-Jean-Longueuil, Quebec, said.
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How Canada’s ‘antifa’ groups are organizing to fight a growing far-right presence
Quebec’s far right has been expanding, especially targeting the province’s Muslim community.
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Canadian ecumenical document embraces Christian concern for environment
The declaration is contained in “The Hope Within Us,” a document released July 23 from the Roman Catholic-United Church of Canada Dialogue in Canada.
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Cardinal Ouellet reminds Canada to be mindful of migrants, refugees
Cardinal Marc Ouellet called upon Canadians to be mindful of the needs of migrants and refugees during a Mass celebrating the feast of St. Anne.
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How the 465-year-old arm of St. Francis Xavier brought faith and healing to Canada
When I was asked to accompany the Jesuit saint’s arm across Canada, various fears and questions flashed across my mind.
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Trudeau condemns Trump’s family separations, but Canada has detention problems, too
Canada is not innocent when it comes to immigration policies that have the potential to hurt individuals and divide families.
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Canadian bishops warn of religious discrimination after court decision
In the wake of a June 15 ruling affecting the proposed law school at Trinity Western University, the bishops issued a statement that said they were ” deeply concerned” and warned of “serious implications” and “negative repercussions” for individuals and institutions.