Rev. Nilo Blevis Macapinlac was born on September 27, 1972 in Iloilo, Philippines, where his vocation first took root amid a vibrant Catholic community. Answering God’s call, he journeyed to Canada and was ordained to the priesthood on November 21, 2005 at St. Joseph’s Basilica by Archbishop Thomas Collins.
His priestly ministry began the very next day as Associate Pastor at St. Theresa’s in Edmonton, where he served from November 22 2005 to May 1, 2007. From there, he embraced his first pastorate, guiding the faithful of St. Martin of Tours in Vegreville, Holy Heart of Mary in Viking, and St. Gregory the Great in Holden from May 2, 2007 until August 13 2013.
On August 14 2013, he began a new chapter as Pastor of Sacred Heart in Wetaskiwin, ministering also to Our Lady of Seven Sorrows in Maskwacis and St. Theresa in Ma-Me-O Beach, a mission he carried out faithfully until July 17, 2019. His journey of service then led him north to Olds, Trochu, Sundre, and Didsbury, shepherding the communities of St. Stephen, St. Anne of the Prairies, Our Lady of Fatima, and St. Anthony from July 17, 2019 to May 27, 2025.
As of May 28, 2025, Father Macapinlac continues his dedicated ministry as Parochial Administrator of St. Vital in Beaumont, bringing with him years of pastoral wisdom, gentleness, and steadfast commitment to God’s people.
Lord, send holy and generous men to serve Your Church as faithful priests.
Grant them courage to answer Your call and perseverance to follow it with joy.
