St. Paul's Basilica, Toronto - St. Paul's Basilica, Toronto

Our History

Established in 1822, St. Paul’s is the mother church of the Archdiocese of Toronto. The first St. Paul’s, of red brick and Gothic style, was completed in 1824...

Parish Life

St. Paul's, located in the old centre of Toronto near Parliament Street gathers people from many parts of the city and locally for worship, community outreach, fellowship and experiences...

Mass Schedule

Saturday - 4:30 pm; Sunday - 8:30 am & 11:00 am; Tuesday- 7:00 pm; Wednesday to Friday - 8:30 am

Confession Schedule

Confessions take place every Saturday from 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm or by appointment.

Sacramental Preparation

For enquiries about Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation or Marriage, please call our parish office at 416-364-7588.

Office Hours

Our office is open Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The office entrance is located in the rectory building to the south of to the Church.

Parish Ministries

Learn about our various ministries and consider getting involved! The parish depends on and is grateful for the support through your time and talents!

Basilica Access Hours

Outside of Mass times the Basilica is open for visitation and private prayer: Sat: 3pm - 6pm; Sun: 8am - 1pm; Mon-Fri by request during office hours

Latest News

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Fr. Edward "Ted" Smith - 1947-2026

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Purple image of Jesus carrying the Cross with the text Tenebrae

Tenebrae: Service of Solemn Reflection of Holy Week

With a dimly lit church, a rarely seen candle holder, and somber tones, Tenebrae (Latin for “darkness...

Organ at St. Paul's Basilica

Take a few minutes to virtually visit our beautiful church and listen to the organ!

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83 Power Street
Toronto, ON
M5A 3A8

Office/Mailing Address
83 Power Street
Toronto, ON
M5A 3A8

t: 416.364.7588
e: stpaulsbasilica@archtoronto.org

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Clergy

Rev. Charles Forget
Pastor

Parish Staff

Lynett Wilson
Office Manager

Micah MacMullen
Youth Minister

Jason Lo
Bookkeeper

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83 Power Street, Toronto, ON M5A 3A8

t: 416.364.7588

stpaulsbasilica@archtoronto.org