Welcome to the Martyrs' Shrine

In Ontario, Canada, just east of Midland, on Highway 12, twin spires rising above the treeline welcome visitors to historic Martyrs' Shrine. The Shrine honours the eight Jesuit saints who lived, worked and died here some 380 years ago. The grounds, including the famous Shrine Church and 75 pleasantly landscaped acres, invite you into prayer and tranquility. Come and learn about the Jesuit missionaries, Jean de Brébeuf, Gabriel Lalemant, and their companions who were responsible for bringing Christianity to Canada over 380 years ago!

Hours of Operation: The Shrine is open from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily.  For the map directions to the Martyrs' Shrine please go to our "Contact Us" page.

Facilities: The Shrine Church, The Martyrs' Hall, Lookout, Picnic Tables, Gardens, Walkways, Restrooms, Religious Article and Souvenir Shop and Cafeteria. The Shrine Cafeteria is available for your group if they would like a served lunch or supper.  All served meals must be pre-booked with the Shrine office.

The Lalande Hostel: is now open. This hostel is set up for groups of visitors who do not mind the very simple living arrangement that the hostel affords. The per diem for the hostel is $30 per person per night. To see what the hostel facility is like please click on the Photo Albums link to the left and find the album named Lalande Youth Hostel.

Before you visit the Shrine: Be sure to visit the Pilgrimage link to the left when you plan your visit. Most week days are quiet with the occasional school group at the Shrine. Many week ends are very busy with large pilgrimage groups which means very large crowds. Therefore, if you prefer a quiet experience of the Shrine be sure to plan your visit using the pilgrimage schedule to the left.

PLEASE NOTE:
The Shrine church and facilities are wheelchair accessible. We have a number of wheelchairs on site for those who may need them. However, also note that the grounds are hilly and pilgrims who are infirm or use wheelchairs will still need assistance in order to get around.

We do our best to keep the Shrine grounds visitor friendly. We would ask that you refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages on the site and please do not bring your pets when visiting the Shrine.

Gate Charges:
Individual and group fees are needed to maintain the Shrine Church, grounds, facilities parking lots and driveways. Fees are as follows:

• $4.00 - Day Pass per person (10 and over).
• $35.00 - Season Pass (A family of four).
• $60.00 - Bus Day Pass (with passengers).
• $6.00 per student - The "Walk Where They Walked" half day educational program.