Parish News
Priests’ Annual Mid Term Assembly
November 3-5, 2026
There will be no Masses or confessions on November 3 or 4. The parish will be open for personal prayer. On November 5, there will only be a Mass at 5:30 pm.
Other November Schedule Adjustments
November 10, Deanery Day
There will be no noon Mass or confessions as the priests will be in meetings throughout the day.
November 11, Remembrance Day
The parish office will be closed. The Basilica will remain open, with Masses and confessions at their regular times.
November - The Month of Remembrance
November is traditionally dedicated to praying for the Holy Souls in Purgatory and remembering our departed loved ones.
Our Book of Remembrance is now available on a table near the altar. Parishioners are invited to add the names of loved ones they wish to remember in prayer.
An Online Book of Remembrance is also available. To have a loved one's name included, please email their name(s) to SJB.memorialbook@caedm.ca. Names will be added and updated throughout November.
The online Book of Remembrance can be viewed here.
International Solidarity Matters
The dignity of the human person is at the heart of the work of Development and Peace-Caritas Canada. With the support of the government and generous donors, we carry out transformative programs and projects in more than 30 countries.
This aid is invaluable - and even lifesaving - for many impoverished communities. It can help save children's lives in Somalia through treatments for malnutrition and promote gender equality and women's civic participation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
We need your support to make this possible. Join the movement today! To learn more: devp.org/campaign.
Young Adult Group Events
Adoremus
All young adults are invited to join us for Adoremus on Saturday, November 7, from 7:00–8:30 pm at the Basilica for Eucharistic Adoration, Solemn Vespers, Confession, and Sacred Music, followed by a social in O’Leary Hall.
Parish Dinner Fundraiser
The Young Adults will be hosting a Korean-themed parish dinner on Saturday, November 28th, in O’Leary Hall following the 5:00 pm Mass. Come enjoy a delicious meal featuring an amuse-bouche, three courses for $70 per person. It will be a wonderful opportunity to connect with other parishioners and enjoy an evening of fellowship. Tickets will be on sale at the back of the church after weekend Masses starting this Saturday, October 31st. All proceeds will support our young adults travelling to Seoul for World Youth Day 2027.
SSVP Call For Volunteers
November 15 is World Day of the Poor. The Society of St Vincent De Paul is seeking volunteers to assist in its work in the Basilica Area.
We need volunteers (with car) interested in visiting our friends in need in their homes, assessing their requirements and providing support in any way we can. We also need volunteers to deliver food hampers, housewares, bedding. We also need drivers (class 5 licence) to drive our SSVP truck to deliver larger items.
If you can commit a few hours a week, please contact Eimear at eimearm@ssvpedmonton.ca or by phone at 780-718-7652.
Encounter Jesus Book Sale
Glen Argan, former editor of the Western Catholic Reporter, will present his book, Jesus Christ: The Heart of Vatican II, following weekend Masses on November 14 and 15.
The call of Vatican II, for a deeper encounter with Jesus and an increased sense of mission, remains alive and growing in the Catholic Church.
Books will be available for a special sale price of $20 each.
A Little Musical Treasure to Discover!
Did you know our very own Schola Cantorum has albums available to stream?
Our talented Schola Cantorum has recorded two beautiful collections of sacred music, celebrating the joy of Christmas and the quiet anticipation of Advent.
Alpha & Omega: Sounds of Christmas (2020)
Into Light: Music for Advent (2023)
Both recordings are available on Spotify and most major music streaming platforms!
Take a listen, add them to your playlists, and let the beautiful music of our Schola Cantorum accompany you through the seasons of Advent and Christmas.
There are three easy ways to join our Flock!
· Text “SJBCC” to 514-900-0130
· Visit us online at www.stjosephbasilica1.flocknote.com/
· Scan the QR code
Tyndall Stone Bookends
We still have Tyndall Stone Bookends available for purchase!
$200 per stone • history book included
$150 charitable tax receipt at year end
Bookends are available after Mass (see Father Joseph) or through the parish office, with all proceeds supporting the ongoing mission of St. Joseph’s.
NEW - Tip Tap Pay
St Joseph’s Basilica has partnered with Tip Tap Pay in order for you to help support your parish with a simple tap. Just tap on the TipTap device at the entrance to the church to give to this parish. That’s it!
For an end-of-year tax receipt for your TipTap gifts, first scan the QR Code on the sign with your smart phone and register your payment card. Once registered, you will receive an end-of-year tax receipt for all of your TipTap gifts made with that card.
Please note that donations made prior to registering are not eligible for a tax receipt. 
A tax receipt can only be issued if you
register your card or device. If you’re using Apple Pay, Google Wallet, or a wearable device, please note that these methods generate a different set of last 4 digits than your physical card. You will need to use those unique last 4 digits when registering each device separately.
NOTE RE TIPTAP PAY DEVICE:
PLEASE only register each credit card ONE TIME. You only need to tap the QR code and register your card/wearable device/phone one time. Every time you use that card the transaction will be recorded. You will receive a tax receipt at year end for your total donations. DO NOT register the same card twice.
A lengthier explanation is available beside the TipTap device, or click here to open it.
Questions may be directed to Bernie.Fitzsimmons@caedm.ca or 780-488-7295 ext. 6.
Thank you for your kind heart and for supporting our church!
FORMED Subscription
Discover FORMED — a gift from St. Joseph’s Basilica to you!
St. Joseph’s Basilica now offers all parishioners free access to FORMED, an inspiring online platform filled with Catholic movies, audiobooks, podcasts, and more. Think of it as “Netflix for Catholics” — faith-filled entertainment and learning at your fingertips.
Getting started is easy:
- Visit formed.org
- Click “Sign Up” → “Sign up as a parishioner”
- Enter our postal code T5K 1N8 (with a space), then select St. Joseph’s Basilica
- Enter your name and email — and you’re in!
Enjoy unlimited access to a world of Catholic content, anytime, anywhere.
Help Us Keep the Basilica Beautiful
We are blessed to worship in a beautiful, sacred space—but it only stays that way if we treat it with respect. A few important reminders:
• No food or drink in the Cathedral (water for medical reasons is okay).
• Gum has no place in the liturgy, discard it before entering the church.
• Silence your phones, and avoid unnecessary conversations once inside.
• Please don’t leave bulletins, tissues, or trash in the pews.
• Treat the sanctuary as holy ground. We’re not just visitors—we’re in the presence of the Lord.
Thank you for helping preserve the dignity of our Cathedral!
Our heartfelt thanks to parishioners and friends who continue to support the parish. Your support is essential to us as we continue our mission.
To make an e-transfer email SJB.etransfer@caedm.ca or click the button below to donate.
