Since its founding in 1904, the shrine has always attracted visitors. People came for prayer and devotion, but also to enjoy the green spaces, the view of the Laurentians,...
Spot the Differences
An aerial photograph allows us to make interesting comparisons between the site as it appears in 2025 and how it looked in June 1958. Do you recognize your Oratory?
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A Peek Inside the Museum’s Collections!
Following the opening of the new Pavilion last February, the Oratory Museum has unveiled part of its collection to the public. Now open free of charge on the 4th...
Saint Brother André and the Virgin Mary
When studying Brother André's words related to the Virgin Mary, three sets of questions can arise. I will address them one by one.
An unprecedented organ festival at the Oratory
In 1967, the Oratory organized a Canadian first: the International Organ Festival. The 1967 International Organ Festival can be seen as the seed of the Concerts Spirituels. This series...
With Joseph, let us walk in hope
Pope Francis has placed the Jubilee Year 2025 under the sign of hope. He invites all followers of Christ to be pilgrims of hope in a living, personal and...
Decorating the votive chapel
For the 2025 Novena to Saint Joseph, we continue our little story of the votive chapel.
Saint Joseph’s Oratory, a Place of Prayer and Healing
One of Brother André's greatest wishes was to have a small chapel dedicated to Saint Joseph on the side of Mount Royal. Having placed a small statue of Saint...
A monumental chapel for Saint Joseph
In a few weeks, we will experience the Novena to Saint Joseph of 2025. On this occasion, crowds of people will visit the Votive Chapel. An iconic space of...
A Much-Appreciated Gift
Over the years, the Oratory Museum has enriched its collections primarily through donations. In 2024, the sanctuary was fortunate to acquire a work by the renowned artist Miyuki Tanobe....