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Who We Are

We, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Toronto, are a Roman Catholic congregation of women founded in France around 1650. We have been in Toronto since 1851.

As a religious community, we are brought together by the love of Christ. We are called by God, the Gospel and the Church to serve those in need in simplicity and compassion and to pursue social justice and equality for all. We are committed to creating a society transformed by Gospel values in the areas of social justice, peace and creation.

We invite others to join us in living the Gospel values and serving the “dear neighbour”, with a current focus on Indigenous justice, the climate emergency, labour exploitation and human trafficking.

We continue our long tradition of advocacy and support for creation care and social justice, with a special emphasis on clean drinking water as a human right.

We invite others to collaborate with us in our mission and ministry and participate in our spirituality.

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Journey for Justice Newsletter

Our quarterly newsletter from our social justice ministry shares exciting initiatives that, we hope, will inspire you to join us in working for a world transformed by Gospel values of peace, justice, and creation care.

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CSJ Land Acknowledgement

Out of deep respect for those who have cared for these lands since time immemorial, we are committed to tread lightly on the land, protect water as sacred, and affirm our desire for right relations with all Indigenous Peoples.

What we do

Social Justice & Creation Care

Education, advocacy, prayer and action.

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School Visits

Programs are created and facilitated by CSJ staff.

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Vocation Ministry

Discerning God’s action in your life.

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Spiritual Accompaniment

Guiding you on your journey.

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News & Reflections

Journey for Justice: Listen! Learn! Act!

The Right Relations edition of our social justice newsletter.

Video: Human Rights & Peace in the Middle East

Watch Professor Izzeldin Abuelaish’s informative and moving presentation.

Season of Creation: September 1 – October 4

The Season of Creation is a time to renew our relationship with God and our dear neighbours.

Wisdom Wednesdays: Faith and Purpose

Reflecting on faith and the world around us.

Get Involved

As a Sister

Discerning God’s action in your life.

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As an Associate

Spirituality and service within your own lifestyle.

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As an Employee

We value compassion, teamwork, dignity and environmental awareness.

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As a Volunteer

Share your time and talents.

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In Memoriam

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Sister Adua Anna Zampese, SOS

Sister Adua brought energy, kindness, joy and thoughtfulness to all.

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Sister Barbara Grozelle

Sister Barbara was a compassionate nurse and a dedicated volunteer and teacher.

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Sister Gwen Smith

Sister Gwen is remembered as a Sister who cared for the poor and all of creation.

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