Trinity College, Toronto, Faculty of Divinity

09/29/2026

Be inspired by renowned theologian, teacher, speaker, and musician Jeremy Begbie. Join us on November 17 & 18 at Trinity College and St. James Cathedral Centre. This event is free, but registration is required. Learn more and register at uoft.me/Begbie

09/23/2026

Faculty of Divinity Online Information Session - Graduate Degrees

Do you know someone who might be interested in joining our community?

The Faculty of Divinity will be holding an evening online information session, and this is the perfect opportunity to learn more about our programs and how to apply.

Graduate Degrees:

🔹 Master of Arts (MA)
🔹 Master of Theology (ThM)
🔹 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
🔹 Doctor of Ministry (DMin)

October 22, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EDT

Register:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/PiXP7s49Fn

09/23/2026

🎶 Join us for Trinity College Choral Evensong — weekly on Wednesdays at 5:15 pm to 6:00 pm in the Trinity College Chapel

The service is led by the Humphrys Chaplain, the Rev. Paige Souter, with musical accompaniment directed by Thomas Bell — Trinity College Chapel Choir and Bevan Organ Scholar 2026-2027, Ethan Duan

All are welcome to attend.
📍 Trinity College Chapel: 6 Hoskin Avenue, Toronto

📷 Members of the 2026-2027 Trinity College Chapel Choir (photo supplied)

09/09/2026

Divinity orientation continues with (re)introductions, prayer, and engaging discussions to warmly welcome both new and returning students. Special thanks to Dimitra, Hanna, Chris W., and all the volunteers!

09/09/2026

Online Orientation this evening welcomes 28 new students - an all-time high attendance. Tomorrow in-person orientation kicks off. Looking forward to a fantastic academic year.

09/01/2026

08/24/2026

An enthusiastic review of Trinity’s new Lawson Centre building.

"The Lawson Centre [for Sustainability] is one of the best institutional buildings Canada has seen in years, the product of smart urbanism, careful space planning and an architecture that’s neighbourly, well-detailed and just a bit irreverent," writes Alex Bozikovic, The Globe & Mail's Architecture Critic, in his opinion piece.

🔗 Read the full article in The Globe & Mail via the link in https://linktr.ee/trinitycollegetoronto

Lawson Centre for Sustainability: Design Architect and Landscape Design - Mecanoo; and Architect of Record - RDH Architects

🌱 Opening fall 2026! A hybrid mass timber, zero-carbon and targeting LEED Platinum residence and academic facility, the new Lawson Centre for Sustainability will enhance the collegiate experience, revitalize our beautiful campus and embodies our commitment to sustainability.

08/10/2026

Congratulations Dr. Yi! The Faculty of Divinity is delighted to welcome him as Director of this new Institute.

Dr. Jizhang Yi has been appointed Director of the Institute for Humanistic Buddhist Thought & Practice in the Trinity College, Toronto, Faculty of Divinity!

Dr. Yi received his conjoint PhD in Philosophical Theology from Trinity College and the University of Toronto and was a Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard University. His research spans comparative philosophy, theology and religious studies, with particular interests in Chan/Zen Buddhism, Humanistic Buddhism, existential philosophy and interreligious dialogue. Having served as Interim Director, Dr. Yi has already made valuable contributions to the Institute and the Trinity community. In the past year, he helped establish the present Institute and organized the first international conference hosted by the Institute at the College. In his leadership role, he will continue to expand the research agenda and course offerings of the Institute.

We are delighted to celebrate Dr. Yi’s appointment and look forward to the continued growth and impact of the Institute under his leadership.
Photos supplied

08/07/2026

Many thanks to Venerable Huei Kai, Deputy Abbot of FGS Monastery (Taiwan), and Venerable Chueh Fan, Abbess of FGS Toronto, for their gracious visit to Trinity College and unwavering support of our newly launched Institute for Humanistic Buddhist Thought & Practice. We feel truly inspired as we embark on these meaningful activities together.

08/05/2026

The Right Reverend Dennis P. Drainville, who served as the twelfth Bishop of Quebec between 2009 and 2017, died on August 3. Rest eternal grant unto him, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him. Details of his funeral arrangements can be found here: https://www.cfbsl.com/avisdedeces/drainville-dennis-paul

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Mgr Dennis P. Drainville, douzième évêque de Québec de 2009 à 2017, est décédé le 3 août. Donne-lui, Seigneur, le repos éternel; que brille sur lui la lumière sans déclin. Voici détails concernant ses funérailles : https://www.cfbsl.com/avisdedeces/drainville-dennis-paul