Canadian Bishops

Canadian bishops are senior leaders in the Roman Catholic Church in Canada, responsible for overseeing local churches, guiding clergy, and shaping religious practices within their dioceses. Each bishop leads a diocese—a specific geographic area—and is entrusted with spiritual and administrative duties, including teaching doctrine, promoting social justice, and maintaining the church’s mission. They work collectively in the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), which addresses national issues and connects local dioceses. Bishops play a vital role in fostering the Catholic faith and responding to the needs of their communities in Canada.