The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius are usually made over 40 days. This retreat walks the same major stages in ten, on a well-marked path that offers a way to meditate, to pray and to contemplate each day. Days are held in shared silence, with one-on-one accompaniment and daily Eucharist. No previous experience is needed.

Arrival November 13 at 4:00 pm; departure November 22 at 1:00 pm. Financial assistance is available.

The Teen Festival is a lively and joyful experience that invites teens, ages 13-17, to discover or renew their relationship with Christ as well as build relationships with other young people in a safe and holy environment designed for them.

Participants can expect a one-day event (9:30am to 5pm) with engaging talks, real testimonies, workshops, dynamic activities, and fun competitions.

On November 18, 2026, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) invites the public to mark "Red Wednesday," a day dedicated to raising awareness about the persecution of Christians and the issue of religious freedom. Centered on the theme "Who stands with persecuted Christians?", the initiative encourages everyone to show their solidarity—notably by signing a petition calling for respect for freedom of thought, conscience, and religion.

A silent weekend with a trained spiritual director to meet one-on-one each day. Meals and lodging included. A way to step out of the week and notice where God is already present in ordinary life.

Arrival Friday, November 20 at 4:00 pm; departure Sunday, November 22 at 1:00 pm. Financial assistance is available.

Living as a Christian while identifying as LGBTQ+ can carry real wounds: difficulty finding your place, feeling set apart, struggling to express who you are freely. This silent retreat uses adapted Ignatian contemplation, in a safe and respectful setting, to nurture an authentic relationship with God and a deeper sense of who you are in God's eyes. With Mark F. Langlois.

Arrival Friday, November 20 at 4:00 pm; departure Sunday, November 22 at 1:00 pm. Financial assistance is available.

A weekend of intuitive artmaking as prayer, working with pastels, paint and collage alongside guided meditation, sacred text and poetry. No artistic experience is required, and all materials are provided. With Lucie Ruel McElligott and Trinh Ta, csc.

Arrival Friday, November 20 at 4:00 pm; departure Sunday, November 22 at 1:00 pm. Financial assistance is available.

On the occasion of Diocesan World Youth Day,
In celebration of the Jubilee of Youth,

Join us for a moment of grace, as we share a Korean fellowship meal, setting us on our way to WYD Seoul 2027!

A wonderful opportunity to discover Korean culture,
and strengthen our network of youth ministers
“VIVA! Reunion” is an opportunity to bring together young adults, young leaders, and youth ministers. We’re here to reunite, share a meal (registration required), exchange stories, and celebrate the fruits

The Archbishop invites you to a Thanksgiving celebration through an evening of adoration, music, prayer, and witness, led by young people, for young people. On this special occasion, Youth Ministers will be blessed and commissioned by our Archbishop.

Mini retreat for people who are separated or divorced with Archbishop Christian Lépine

Where? Parish hall of Mary, Queen of the World Cathedral
1110 Mansfield Street (look for the door with the balloons!)
Bonaventure Metro. Limited parking the Cathedral.

Ten days of shared silence in the first weeks of Advent, walking the major stages of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, with one-on-one accompaniment and daily Eucharist. No background in Ignatian spirituality is required.

Arrival December 4 at 4:00 pm; departure December 13 at 1:00 pm. Financial assistance is available.

A day of quiet reflection, contemplation and creative prayer as Christmas approaches. You'll take home a nativity scene you've assembled or made yourself. Nothing to prepare, no experience needed, and all materials are provided.

Saturday, December 5, 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, at the Wickham Centre.

Rest and stillness, against the rush of December: a chance to become attentive to God in the middle of busy lives. An Advent weekend at Villa Saint-Martin with Kevin Kelly, SJ.

Arrival Friday, December 11 at 4:00 pm; departure Sunday, December 13 at 1:00 pm. Financial assistance is available.