The diocese of Thunder Bay is divided up into 3 distinct areas. Central, West, and East. This covers a vast distance between the Manitoba Border, all the way to Manitouwadge. You can view the parishes in the regions below.
The diocese of Thunder Bay has a range of THANK YOU! We are touched and humbled by the generosity of the many faithful parish members who support the work of the church through the kindness of donations. Your gifts make a difference.
Important Update on Covid-19
July 14th, 2021
My Dear Friends,
On Friday, July 16, the province of Ontario enters into the Third Step of reopening. This means our churches can now be filled to their capacity, as much as ‘social distancing’ allows. Masks are still to be worn, and with hand sanitizing at the doors of the church. No congregational singing, or shaking of hands, and only Holy Communion in the hand remain. Still no children’s liturgies. Social distancing both inside and outside of the church continues. We hope that as we pass through this final reopening step, there will be greater lessening of these protocols.
Weddings, baptisms and funerals can now be celebrated in the church with the above protocols.
Thank you for your patience and we welcome you back to church on Sunday if you feel comfortable to return. Thank you also for your continued financial support to our parish communities. You can still follow Sunday Mass at our diocesan website (www.dotb.ca) or from your parish live-streaming. Please have a safe summer and get vaccinated. God’s blessings to you all.
Bishop Fred Colli
Adult Faith Office & Four Seasons Gift Shop
Are excited to let you know that we are now open to the public!
Please drop by and see what is new with our unique selection of religious and home decor items!
Thank you.
Covid-19 Documents and Information
Reporting Sexual Misconduct:
The Diocese of Thunder Bay and all its employees and volunteers are committed to making our areas a safe environment for minors, the elderly, and any vulnerable people. In response to that commitment, if you feel you wish to make a complaint against a priest, a lay employee or volunteer, please call our Diocesan Assessor, Fr. James Panikulam at 807-475-7489 or our Diocesan Associate Assessor, Sandra Debesys at 807-343-9313. If you have a complaint against a Bishop - please call 1-866-892-3737 or to submit an on-line confidential complaint against a bishop please click here. Thank You.
For more information you can also read the reporting information for Bishops FAQ.
Diocesan News and Media
Latest News and Memos
FAQs on Residential Schools from Toronto Archdiocese
Background for Catholics Residential Schools: Over the past several months, there has been a national conversation on the tragic history of residential schools in Canada. The role of the Catholic Church in the residential school system has been a part of that discussion.
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Monday Memo – July 26th, 2021
This weeks Monday Memo for July 26th, 2021 includes the following items:
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Monday Memo – July 12th, 2021
This weeks Monday Memo for July 12th, 2021 includes the following items:
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An Interesting Article on Residential Schools
Jumping to Conclusions Without the Facts in the Indigenous Residential Schools Question
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Monday Memo – July 5th, 2021
This weeks Monday Memo for July 5th, 2021 includes the following items:
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17th Sunday in Ordinary Time (July 25th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
17th Sunday in Ordinary Time (July 25th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
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16th Sunday in Ordinary Time (July 18th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time (July 18th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
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Habits for Holiness – By Hannah Hay
Now Available at the Pastoral Centre
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A Church in Crisis – By Hannah Hay
Now Available at the Pastoral Centre
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15th Sunday in Ordinary Time (July 11th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
15th Sunday in Ordinary Time (July 11th, 2021) – Celebrate Mass with Bishop Colli
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Understanding Divine Mercy – By Hannah Hay
NOW AVAILABLE AT THE PASTORAL CENTRE! This spring, several emails were sent out with links to watch videos featuring Fr. Chris Alar. Many of you enjoyed his content. Consequently, we received numerous requests for his book, Understanding Divine Mercy. It is now available at the Pastoral Centre. Here are links to some of his most…
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Bishop Fred Joseph Colli is the current bishop of Thunder Bay and area. The Bishop's Office oversees all day to day operations of the Diocese, the Pastoral Centre and local Catholic parishes. This also includes Diocesan Development, the webmaster, and finance offices.
Susan Nistico is the executive secretary and director of personnel to the bishop, she can be reached at bpsec@dotb.ca or by calling the Pastoral Centre.
Daily Mass available from MANY sources
Masses online and on TV, here are a few suggestions:
Internet:
www.dailytvmass.com
www.catholictv.org
www.mass-online.org
Television:
VisionTV (Bell Channel 261, Shaw Direct Channel 394, and Tbaytel Channel 675)
EWTN (Shaw Channels 292, 559. and 285)
Faith TV(Bell Channel 591)
Joy-V (Bell Channel 656)
YesTV (Bell Channel 651)