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

Christmas and New Year's Mass Schedule

Advent Confessions, Christmas & New Year's Masses

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 to Friday - 5:00 pm

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

The Basilica is open to the public for viewing and personal prayer one (1) hour before Mass. Saturday 3:30 pm; Sunday 7 am & Tuesday to Friday 4 pm.

EDGE Ministry

EDGE is a Catholic middle school youth ministry experience created to provide a fun and safe place for youth to find Catholic community.

Latest News

Christmas Message from His Eminence Frank Cardinal Leo

Christmas Message, December 2024His Eminence Frank Cardinal LeoMetropolitan Archbishop of Toronto My Dear Brothers and Sisters, Praised be...

Advent Confession & Holiday Mass Schedule

Advent Confession Friday, December 20 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Saturday, December 21 ...

Children's Activities and Summer Camp Title

Parish Summer Day Camp

St. Paul’s is running a three-week summer day camp for children in grades 1 to...

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Full of Grace – Music & Poetry Devoted to The Virgin Mary

In honour of Mother's Day, we invite you to join us on May 10th, at 7:30...

Events

Christmas and New Year's Mass Schedule

Advent Confession Friday, December 20 5:30 pm to 7...

Dec-20-2024 - Jan-01-2025

St. Paul's Basilica; 83 Power St., Toronto

Diving Deeper into Our Faith – Adult Formation Program

Are you interested in learning more about our Catholic faith? Do you...

Sep-18-2024 - Apr-02-2025

St. Peter's Church, 840 Bathurst St.

Bible Study on the Book of Prophet Jeremiah

The Mustard Seed Ministry, the Parish Adult Faith Formation Program of St...

Oct-21-2024 - Jun-23-2025

Virtual event via Zoom

Bible Studies

Do you seek to deepen you Faith and explore the teachings of...

Dec-16-2024 - Dec-29-2025

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, 78 Clifton Rd.

Bible & Beer: Baptized by Fire: A Transformative Encounter

Luke 3:15-16 invites us to consider the difference between water...

Jan-07-2025 - Jan-07-2025

St. Patrick’s Church, 137 McCaul St. (Enter through front Church doors)

Devotion to Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immaculate Heart of Mary

Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is held every first Wednesday...

Jan-08-2025 - Jan-08-2025

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, 78 Clifton Rd.

Annual Symposium for the leadership of the Lay Organizations already recognized by the Archdiocese of Toronto

On Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m...

Jan-11-2025 - Jan-11-2025

St. Edward the Confessor Parish, 75 Churchill Ave., North York

Healthy Communication, Intimacy, Relationship

HEALTHY COMMUNICATION, INTIMACY, RELATIONSHIP Build a joyful marriage by learning the tools...

Jan-17-2025 - Jan-19-2025

Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre, 1617 Blythe Rd., Mississauga

Annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Prayer Service 2025

AN IN-PERSON EVENT SPONSORED BY THE OFFICE FOR PROMOTING CHRISTIAN UNITY...

Jan-19-2025 - Jan-19-2025

North City Church, 377 Woodbridge Ave., Woodbridge

The Source - Holy Hour with Music

Join the Sisters of Life and the Office of Catholic Youth for...

Jan-23-2025 - Jan-23-2025

St. Peter's Church, 840 Bathurst Street, Toronto

Ignite Ministry - Dinner and a Movie!

Join us on Friday, January 24 for Dinner and a Movie featuring...

Jan-24-2025 - Jan-24-2025

To be confirmed upon successful registration

A silent Ignatian Retreat for Men: Praying with Suffering

A silent Ignatian Retreat for Men - Praying with Suffering. Suffering is something...

Jan-24-2025 - Jan-26-2025

Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre

Organ at St. Paul's Basilica

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

Visit Us

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. Robert O'Brien
Pastor

Rev. Keith Wallace
Residence

Parish Staff

Lynett Wilson
Office Manager

Micah MacMullen
Youth Minister

Cathy LeBlanc
Sacristan

Jason Lo
Bookkeeper

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83 Power Street, Toronto, ON M5A 3A8

t: 416.364.7588

stpaulsbasilica@archtoronto.org