Pope Francis was in Canada from July 24-29, 2022. Join us for our Papal Visit recap series as we speak with Archbishop Richard Smith, General Coordinator of the visit. In the 3rd and final part, he addresses how we are to continue moving forward after the visit.

Pope Francis was in Canada from July 24-29, 2022. Join us for our Papal Visit recap series as we speak with Archbishop Richard Smith, General Coordinator of the visit. In part 2, he explores the issues that led to the visit.

Pope Francis was in Canada from July 24-29, 2022. Join us for our Papal Visit recap series as we speak with Archbishop Richard Smith, General Coordinator of the visit. In part 1, he explains how this apostolic visit came to be.

Review some of the more iconic moments of the papal visit to Canada and discover some interesting statistics; learn about a statue that was used during one of the papal masses and the chairs that were specially designed for the pope; step into the papal plane with the Vatican Media Pool and meet the Deputy Coordinator of the Papal Visit.

Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis to Canada - Meeting with Young People and Elders and Farewell Ceremony

Meeting with a Delegation of Indigenous Peoples in Québec with Greetings of the Holy Father.

We spoke with two volunteers at the Plains of Abraham about how they have been contributing in their own way to the Papal Visit.

Jen Copestake gives a recap of Pope Francis’ meeting with state officials at Citadelle.

Vespers with Bishops, Priests, Deacons, Consecrated persons, Seminarians and Pastoral Workers in the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Québec. Homily of the Father.

"I’m just happy we have a Pope that, at his age, is willing to fly right across the world to try to untie one of these problems." Artist Timothy Schmalz shares his experience creating the statue of Mary Undoer of Knots, Pope Francis’ favourite Marian devotions, for the Papal Visit.

Rodney Leung catches up with Father Cristino Bouvette, National Liturgical Director for the Papal Visit, as well as Elizabeth Mak, a volunteer at the Mass at Commonwealth Stadium, in charge of guarding the tabernacle.

From potholes and gravel roads to a newly paved road, people have been hard at work getting things ready for the Papal Visit.

Father Fogarty shares how the ambience has been one of camaraderie and fellowship. Julian Paparella catches up with Alison and Jonathan, two Indigenous dancers ready to heal, one step at a time.

Jen Copestake recaps what the Pope shared in his homily during the Mass at Commonwealth Stadium.

I went out the door to go look for Jesus again.” Kevin Napora and other members of the choir for the Papal Visit share what it means for them to lend their voices for this momentous moment for the Church and Canada.

Threading in grace | The symbolism behind Pope Francis’ vestments Description: Julia and Adam Kozak explain their personal involvement in designing and creating vestments for Pope Francis.

I am deeply sorry” | Reactions to Pope Francis’ apology Description: “Being here today, it fulfills my heart and my spirit…” Residential school survivors share their thoughts on Pope Francis’ apology.

Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis to Canada - Visit with State Officials and Public Address

Pope Francis began his journey of healing and reconciliation right here in Our Lady of Seven Sorrows Parish. A few members of the parish staff and community share their stories, anticipations, and hopes for the Papal Visit.

I hope it reminds him of how important this visit is… what’s riding on this.” Shaun Vincent, the official Papal Visit logo designer, shares his creative process in creating the official logo for Pope Francis’ visit to Canada.

Julian Paparella shares a reflection in the Ermineskin Cemetery in Maskwacis, where Pope Francis has chosen to come as a pilgrim, to express his closeness and solidarity with all the Indigenous communities across Canada, affected by the tragic events that occurred in residential schools.

Moving forward is not always easy. Parishioners from Sacred Heart Parish share about their readiness to enter into forgiveness and reconciliation, and how their faith has helped them in their journey.

Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis to Canada - Participation in the Lac Ste. Anne Pilgrimage and Liturgy of the Word. Lac Ste. Anne, Alberta

Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis to Canada - Holy Mass with Pope Francis from Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton, Alberta

Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis to Canada - Meeting with Indigenous peoples and members of Sacred Heart. Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples, Edmonton, Alberta

Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis to Canada - Meeting with Indigenous peoples- First Nations, Métis and Inuit. Former Ermineskin Residential School, Maskwacis, Alberta

Pope Francis arrives in Canada at Edmonton International Airport, Alberta.

Walking Together is a Salt + Light Media original documentary about Canada’s residential schools, the ongoing process of reconciliation which led to Pope Francis’ apology in 2022, and the long road ahead for healing and reconciliation between the Catholic Church and the Indigenous Peoples of Canada. In 2023, Walking Together received the Prix D'Excellence (Award of Excellence) from AMéCO.

In 2023, Walking Together received the Prix D'Excellence (Award of Excellence) from AMéCO.

Update from the final day of the Indigenous delegation to the Holy See. All of the delegates and those who have accompanied them participate in a final audience with Pope Francis. Delegation leaders offer some final thoughts.

Update from Day 4 of the Indigenous delegation to the Holy See. Delegates from the Assembly of First Nations meet with Pope Francis.

Update from Day 3 of the Indigenous delegation to the Holy See. Some of the delegates visit Assisi. We hear from Bishop Anthony Krótki, who is accompanying the Inuit delegates, and learn about the gifts the Métis and Inuit delegates gave Pope Francis on Monday.

Update from Day 2 of the Indigenous delegation to the Holy See. We hear from MNC President Cassidy Caron, and ITK President Natan Obed discusses forgiveness and restorative justice. Delegates visit the Vatican Museums and attend a reception in the gardens of Canada’s representative to the Holy See.

Update from Day 1 of the Indigenous delegation to the Holy See. Indigenous delegates from Canada are in Rome to discuss with Pope Francis the Catholic Church’s role in residential schools. On March 28, the pope met with delegates from the Métis National Council and the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami.