Mary Ward Centre

Mary Ward Centre At the Mary Ward Centre for Education, Spirituality, and Justice, we are committed to promoting peace, justice, and the integrity of creation.

The Mary Ward Centre for social justice and the integrity of creation, through social analysis, theological/spiritual reflection, and education, is a ministry of the Loretto Sisters (Congregation of Jesus Canada). Our mission is to empower agents of change who are dedicated to building a more equitable, sustainable, and compassionate world. Through a process of mutual accompaniment, we walk alongside those on the margins, creating transformative spaces where we learn, grow, and inspire one another. Rooted in the wisdom of Catholic Social Teaching and inspired by the Ignatian tradition and Mary Ward’s principles of freedom, justice, and sincerity, we focus on fostering authentic connections and empowerment. We offer experiences, workshops, celebrations, and events designed to nourish individuals and communities, encouraging them to take meaningful action in addressing the pressing issues of our time. By confronting global injustices and creating spaces for reflection and action, we aim to inspire a movement toward right relationships and collective healing. We collaborate with faith-based organizations, educational institutions, justice groups, and civil society to advocate for and improve the lives of all of God’s creation. Join us in this journey of transformation and social impact.

"Know your rights. Protect your dignity.As of October 1, 2026, Ontario’s minimum wage rates are:$17.95 general | $16.90 ...
10/09/2026

"Know your rights. Protect your dignity.

As of October 1, 2026, Ontario’s minimum wage rates are:
$17.95 general | $16.90 student | $19.70 homeworker
Remember: tips are extra and do not count toward minimum wage.
Clear, trusted information can help prevent labour exploitation.

Learn more about Ontario’s minimum wage rules:
https://www.ontario.ca/document/your-guide-employment-standards-act-0/minimum-wage

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Today, girls are speaking out—and we’re listening.We’re following Girls’ Speak Out 2026 for the International Day of the...
10/09/2026

Today, girls are speaking out—and we’re listening.
We’re following Girls’ Speak Out 2026 for the International Day of the Girl, a space where girl leaders in all their diversity are engaging in open dialogue with policymakers, Member States and UN agencies around this year’s theme:
“Girls Speak Out: Advancing Equality, Accelerating Action.”

This week, Sofia and Vianca, representing the IBVM Loreto Generalate and the Mary Ward Centre, are in New York alongside young leaders and organizations connected to the United Nations.

You can follow this important event live here:
https://webtv.un.org/en/asset/k11/k11cca39ty

A job should never cost someone their dignity.🌎 The ILO estimates that migrant workers face three times the risk of forc...
10/07/2026

A job should never cost someone their dignity.
🌎 The ILO estimates that migrant workers face three times the risk of forced labour compared with non-migrant workers. (bit.ly/datalabour) On World Day for Decent Work, we remember that safe and fair working conditions are a human rights issue.

🌎🍁🙏 How different would our world feel if we learned to see difference as a gift?That was one of the invitations at toda...
10/05/2026

🌎🍁🙏 How different would our world feel if we learned to see difference as a gift?
That was one of the invitations at today’s Spiritual Treasures retreat with 46 students from Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School.
Together, we explored how different faith traditions can open doors to understanding, respect, and connection—and how the richness of our differences can help make our communities stronger.

Thank you to the school and to teachers Erika Guerrero, Kris Feric, and Linda Izzo for bringing your students into this space of curiosity, reflection, and encounter.

💧This Sunday, join us for Where Two Seas Meet, an afternoon bringing Muslim and Christian voices together to reflect on ...
10/03/2026

💧This Sunday, join us for Where Two Seas Meet, an afternoon bringing Muslim and Christian voices together to reflect on Living Water, faith, creation, and our relationship with the natural world.

🎟️ Register: https://lnkd.in/ge2ervtB

As the Season of Creation meets Islamic History Month in Canada, come discover what can emerge when different traditions meet with curiosity, respect, and a willingness to listen.

📅 Sunday, October 4 | 2:30–4:30 p.m.
📍 Mary Ward Centre | 70 St. Mary Street, Toronto

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Two traditions. One conversation. Come discover where they meet.

REMEMBER. 🧡The children who never returned home.The Survivors.Their families.Their communities.Today, across Canada, peo...
09/30/2026

REMEMBER. 🧡
The children who never returned home.
The Survivors.
Their families.
Their communities.

Today, across Canada, people are gathering for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Learning is part of reconciliation. Explore the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation’s resources:
🔗trw-svr.nctr.ca

Every Child Matters. 🧡

Cross-Border Strategies to Prevent Human Trafficking. The Ancillary Event for the 15th Congress on Crime Prevention and ...
09/29/2026

Cross-Border Strategies to Prevent Human Trafficking. The Ancillary Event for the 15th Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice by the CJ International Network to prevent human trafficking, led by the office in New York, Loreto Ibvm Ngo
in partnership with VIVAT International, and the great participation of the CJ ministries around the world working on preventing human trafficking, supporting and protecting victims and survivors: Mary Ward Loreto Kolkata Mary Ward Social Centre- Loreto Mary Ward Centre TO

Geopolitical machinations and high-profile sit-downs amid a tense global landscape are, as expected, commanding the spotlight during the ongoing 81st session of the UN General Assembly that concludes Sept. 28 in New York City.

09/25/2026

What does water mean to a Muslim and a Christian? 💧
More than we might imagine.
Join us at: bit.ly/2seasmeet

For Where Two Seas Meet, Muslim and Christian speakers come together to explore Living Water through their different faith traditions—finding connections through spirituality, creation, and our relationship with the natural world.

And the encounter goes beyond conversation: we’ll share refreshments inspired by both traditions.

Join us as Season of Creation meets Islamic History Month in Canada for an afternoon designed to bring people, faith, and creation into conversation.

📅 Sunday, October 4 | 2:30–4:30 p.m.
📍 70 St. Mary Street, Toronto
🎟️ $10

Two traditions. One conversation. Come discover where they meet.

09/23/2026

Join us for our retreat: Discovering Spiritual Treasures in the World’s Religions. 🌎

Today, we welcomed students from St. John Henry Newman Catholic High School in Scarborough for our World Religions Retre...
09/23/2026

Today, we welcomed students from St. John Henry Newman Catholic High School in Scarborough for our World Religions Retreat: Discovering Spiritual Treasures in the World’s Religions. 🌎

Through reflection, stories, music, meditation, and dialogue, students explored the spiritual treasures that can bring us together and inspire justice, peace, and care for our common home.

Thank you to the teachers for making space for this meaningful experience and for accompanying their students on the journey.

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70 St. Mary Street
Toronto, ON
M5S1J3

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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