The Byzantine Romanian cultural community in Canada, predominantly Roman Catholic, has significantly enriched Canadian Catholicism, particularly through the establishment of Byzantine Catholic parishes. Many Romanian immigrants, arriving in the mid-20th century, brought with them the Eastern Rite, characterized by its rich liturgical traditions, iconography, and devotion to saints such as Saint George and Saint Nicholas. Romanian Byzantine Catholics in Canada have maintained their cultural and religious heritage, fostering close-knit communities centered around the Church. They celebrate the Divine Liturgy in the Byzantine tradition and participate actively in the broader Canadian Catholic Church, while preserving their unique faith and cultural identity.

General Itinerary (subject to change):

• 10:00am Arrival
• 11:00am Holy Mass at Our Lady of Madhu Altar (Upper Papal Field)

Estimated Group Size:

• 75-150

Inclement Weather Plan:

• Activities to be held in the St. Ignatius Chapel (Shrine Church)