Category News Release

July 15, 2026
Announcement, News, News Release

Final Mass at St. Benedict Chapel to take place August 12

As the chapel's lease expires on August 31, 2026, the Archdiocese of Edmonton has made the difficult decision not to renew it. In light of the receivership of City Centre Mall, uncertainty surrounding the property's future and changing conditions within the mall, this decision reflects responsible stewardship and thoughtful planning. The final Mass at St. Benedict Chapel is planned for Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 12 noon. Archbishop Stephen Hero will preside.

November 17, 2025
Announcement, News, News Release

Fr. Susai Jesu announced as the new Archbishop of Keewatin-Le Pas

On Nov. 17 Pope Leo XIV has appointed Rev. Susai Jesu, O.M.I., as the next Archbishop of Keewatin-Le Pas, a territory encompassing 725,000 square kilometres across northern Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Archbishop-Elect Susai will be ordained at the end of January at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Cathedral in The Pas, Manitoba.

October 23, 2025
News, News Release

Statement on vandalism at St. Clare Church in Edmonton

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, We are deeply saddened to share that St. Clare Church in Edmonton was recently targeted in two serious acts of vandalism. Over 25 stained-glass windows were shattered, and disturbing graffiti and satanic imagery were…

July 18, 2024
News, News Release

NTC appoints interim president

Dr. Jo-Ann Badley, a former professor at Newman Theological College, has been appointed interim president of NTC while the search continues for a full-time president. “It is a surprising turn of events to have this opportunity to serve Newman College again.…

June 14, 2024
News, News Release

NTC president Dr. Jason West announces his resignation

Dr. Jason West, the longest-serving president in the history of Newman Theological College, has informed its board of governors of his intention to resign as president and return to the teaching staff. Dr. West also announced his plans to take…

June 23, 2022
Announcement, News, News Release

Alberta sites announced for Papal Visit to Canada – July 24–29, 2022

Canada’s Catholic Bishops welcome the June 23 announcement from the Holy See providing further details of the itinerary of Pope Francis’ historic visit to Canada, July 24 – 29, 2022. This will be the fourth papal visit to Canada and…

May 13, 2022
Announcement, Messages and Homilies, News, News Release, Pastoral Letters

Edmonton to be hub of Pope’s journey of healing, hope and reconciliation

Pope Francis will make a pastoral visit to Canada from July 24-29, 2022. The Holy Father will visit three cities in Canada: Edmonton, Quebec City, and Iqaluit. “The Holy Father is coming to meet with Indigenous Peoples of this land…

February 2, 2022
News, News Release

Canadian bishops, Assembly of First Nations, Metis National Council, and Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami announce rescheduled dates for Rome delegation

The delegation to Rome to meet with Pope Francis, originally planned for December 2021, is now scheduled to take place at the end of March and early April of this year.

August 19, 2021
News, News Release

Archbishop Smith to meet with Our Lady Queen of Poland Parish

Archbishop Richard Smith has been reaching out to leaders in the Polish, Indigenous and Jewish communities of Edmonton in regards to recent events at Our Lady Queen of Poland parish. Archbishop Smith has also reached out to parishioners themselves. The…

August 13, 2021
News, News Release

Statement regarding Rev. Marcin Mironiuk, OMI (updated)

Rev. Marcin Mironiuk, OMI, has been placed on indefinite administrative leave from ministry in the Archdiocese of Edmonton, effective immediately. Archbishop Richard Smith made the decision Aug. 12 in light of statements by Rev. Mironiuk regarding the Jewish and Indigenous…