A Latin word, central to the spirituality of the Society of Jesus, ‘magis’ translates as: ‘greater’ and, for women and men steeped in the Ignatian tradition, it expresses the desire to serve the ‘greater glory of God’. Guests of The Magis are provided with a beautiful community environment of rest, prayer, study, relaxation, and fun, that they might leave renewed, both in body and soul, and thereby poised to offer themselves all the more, in service, to the glory of God.
Accommodation
The Magis Guesthouse offers accommodation for all visiting Jesuits, religious, and diocesan clergy. Featuring four types of rooms with private en-suite and wifi, guests at The Magis will find a welcoming stay with amenities suited to their individual needs.
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Long StaysSt. John Paul II RoomFacing the Wye Valley, this spacious corner room, with its four windows, ample closet space, and close access to our second story screened veranda, is ideal for either longer-term guests, or those on sabbatical. Dedicated to St. John Paul II, the past pontiff stayed in it during his 1984 visit to Martyrs’ Shrine.
FEATURES
- - A double bed with high quality mattress
- - Newly renovated private bath (with bathtub)
- - Weekly cleaning and linen service
- - Access to the Brébeuf Room and Maison + Sainte-Marie + House
- - Free Wireless
- - Telephone and Voice-Mail
- - Double sized sliding closets
- - A larger desk for writing and research
- - Central Heating and Air-Conditioning
- - AM/FM Clock Radio
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Long StaysThe
Huronia RoomThis corner room, with its three windows, offers a view out over the Wye Valley, the once centre to the Wendat (Huron) Nation served by the Jesuit missionaries during the 17th century. Across from the St. John Paul II Room, it also provides easy access to our second story screened veranda.
FEATURES
- - A twin bed with high quality mattress
- - Newly renovated private bath
- - Access to the Brébeuf Room and Maison + Sainte-Marie + House
- - Free Wireless
- - Telephone
- - Central Heating and Air-Conditioning
- - AM/FM Clock Radio
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Short StaysThe Lalande Room
The Lalemant Room,
The Garnier Room,
The Goupil RoomThese rooms offer newly renovated accommodation on the upper level of the Guest House.
FEATURES
- - A twin bed with high quality mattress
- - Newly renovated private bath
- - Access to the Brébeuf Room and Maison + Sainte-Marie + House
- - Free Wireless
- - Telephone
- - Central Heating and Air-Conditioning
- - AM/FM Clock Radio
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Short StaysStandard RoomsOur Standard Rooms, located on the lower level of Guest House, offer modest, yet comfortable accommodation, and easy access to the Brébeuf Room for breakfast, or quiet reading.
FEATURES
- - A twin bed with high quality mattress
- - Newly renovated private bath
- - Access to the Brébeuf Room and Maison + Sainte-Marie + House
- - Free Wireless
- - Telephone
- - Central Heating and Air-Conditioning
Contact the Guestmaster
The Magis features modest accommodation for visiting religious, academics, and researchers in renovated rooms that feature a twin bed, desk, and private bathroom.
Access to both Martyrs' Shrine and Sainte-Marie among the Huron is included for the duration of stays. Relax and pray on the serene 75 manicured acres of the shrine, enter the Church of St. Joseph; or visit the 17th century village, and museum at Sainte-Marie among the Huron.
Access to the Maison + Sainte-Marie + House community's private library, Martyrs' Shrine archives, and Sainte-Marie among the Huron's museum for academics and researchers.
Community Life
The Magis Guesthouse is located next to the newly founded Jesuit community, Maison + Sainte-Marie + House. All are invited, as guests, to pray in its chapel, borrow literature from its library, relax in its common room, and take lunch and supper in its refectory. It is our hope that, by sharing in prayer, meals, and conversation, surrounded by an atmosphere of enriching Christian fellowship all will grow in ‘the Magis’.
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The Jogues RoomEnjoy your daily self-serve breakfast, meet with fellow guests in a relaxed atmosphere, or watch a film in this warm space on the lower level of the Guesthouse.
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The Common RoomSit by the woodstove, with a good book, check your e-mail, or share in conversation, whilst looking out over our woodlands.
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The RefectoryResidents of The Magis are always invited as guests to Maison + Sainte-Marie + House to share a meal at both lunch and dinner every day of their stay.
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The Chapel of St. JosephJoin us for daily Mass, or take some time for private prayer, in our chapel housing the relics of saints Jean de Brébeuf, Gabrielle Lalemant, and Charles Garnier.
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The LibraryBorrow a book from our extensive collection on the history and spirituality of both the Society of Jesus, and the early modern Jesuits in Canada.
Access to the Grounds
Access to both Martyrs' Shrine and Sainte-Marie among the Hurons is included for the duration of stays. Relax and pray on the serene seventy-five acres of manicured grounds of the shrine, enter the Church of St. Joseph; visit the 17th century village, and museum, at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, and much more.
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Shrine ChurchPray to God with the holy relics of saints Jean de Brébeuf, Gabrielle Lalemant, and Charles Garnier, go to confession, or take Mass.
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Our GardensWalk our beautiful gardens that unit faith and history with the beauty of creation.
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Cultural PilgrimagesParticipate in one of our thirty-six different cultural pilgrimages
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Sainte-Marie among the HuronsVisit this national historic site and take a real glimpse into the lives of the martyrs and their companions.
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St. Ignace IIMake the 10-KM pilgrimage to where St. Jean de Brébeuf and St. Gabriel Lalemant were martyred.
Fun Around Georgian Bay
Situated in the Heart of Georgian Bay, surrounding The Magis guesthouse are a wide variety of cultural, sport, and recreational opportunities, sought after by visitors from around the world.
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Discovery HarbourThe War of 1812 between Britain and the United States sparked the construction of an active naval dockyard at Penetanguishene. This site now hosts Discovery Harbour.
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Huronia MuseumHuronia Museum is located in Midland, Ontario, Canada. It features a replica of a “pre-contact” Huron/Ouendat village, including a lookout tower, wigwam and a longhouse.
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Midland Cultural CentreThe Midland Cultural Centre (MCC) is unique in Ontario, combining visual arts, performing arts, community programming and culinary arts
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Kings Wharf TheatreAn array of musicals and comedies from June to September in 2018 including Cinderella: The Panto, Out of Order, Cruisin' Classics, Hairspray and Kings & Queens of Country.
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Trans-Canada & Tay Shore TrailExplore the Heart of Georgian Bay by bike or on foot. Martyrs' Shrine is connected to both the Trans-Canada Trail and Tay Shore Trail.
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BeachesDiscover the clear waters of Georgian Bay and spend time at one of the many local beaches within 20 minutes of Martytrs' Shrine.
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Toronto, OntarioExplore the city, sight see, attend a sporting event, dine, and explore Ontario's provincial capital. Just a 90-minute drive South of Martyrs' Shrine
Driving Directions
Option A:
- Follow Hwy. 400 North.
- Take exit 121 to merge onto Hwy. 93.
- North on Hwy. 93 for 24 km.
- Turn right onto Hwy. 12 to Midland.
- East on Hwy. 12 for 5 km.
Option B:
- Follow Hwy. 400 North.
- Take exit 147 to merge onto Hwy. 12 West.
- West on Hwy. 12 for 13 km.
- Follow Hwy. 26 to Hwy. 92/Mosley St.
- East on Hwy. 92 through Elmvale.
- Continue straight onto Hwy. 19 East.
- Turn left onto Hwy. 93.
- North on Hwy. 93 for 16 km.
- Turn right onto Hwy. 12.
- East on Hwy. 12 for 5 km.
- Follow Hwy. 11 South to Orillia.
- Take exit 133 to merge onto Hwy. 12.
- West on Hwy. 12 for 40 km.
- Follow Hwy. 69 South/Hwy. 400 South.
- Take exit 147 to merge onto Hwy. 12.
- West on Hwy. 12 for 13 km.
GPS Coordinates & Tips
- For those requiring our GPS coordinates for navigation, please use the following coordinates for our location:
- Latitude 44.73681
- Longitude -79.84169
- Experiencing difficulties finding the Martyrs’ Shrine with your GPS? Please try any of the following alternatives:
- Ontario 12 or ONT 12, in place of the street name
- Tay Township, in place of the city/town
- locate a nearby intersection: Ontario 12 & William St.
Booking at the Magis
Reservations at The Magis are restricted to visiting Jesuits, religious, and diocesan clergy.
The Magis is closed annually for the month of January.
All reservations are handled by the Guestmaster.
To request a stay at The Magis, contact the Guestmaster to inquire further.
Fr. Patrick Coldricks, SJ, Guestmaster
guestmaster@martyrs-shrine.com
Novices, and scholastics yet to be ordained, living and studying in North America, have up to two nights of free accommodation sponsored by the ‘Ayre Brébeuf “Bill” DesRoches’ Endowment
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