Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall

Statement from Archbishop Damphousse regarding the defacement of the National Holocaust Memorial

The National Holocaust Memorial in Ottawa stands as a solemn and sacred testament to the millions of innocent lives lost under the Nazi regime, and as a tribute to the courage and resilience of Holocaust survivors who have enriched our nation. It is profoundly distressing to learn of its recent desecration. While peaceful protest is a cherished part of our democratic tradition, the defacement of a site so sacred to survivors, victims, and their families is an affront to the dignity and memory of all those who suffered.

As your Archbishop, I reach out in solidarity to our Jewish brothers and sisters, to all faith leaders, and to the Ottawa Police Service. Together, let us condemn hatred in every form and reaffirm our commitment to building a community rooted in respect, compassion, and unity.

Archbishop Marcel Damphousse

Archbishop of Ottawa-Cornwall

Sample Will Wording and Charity Number

It is important that your Will include the correct legal name and charitable registration number in your documents. The legal name for the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall is:

THE ROMAN CATHOLIC EPISCOPAL CORPORATION OF OTTAWA-CORNWALL Charitable Registration # 128967353 RR0001

Your parish office is able provide you with the legal name for your own parish. However, most Archdiocesan parishes and programs can be designated in your Will as:

The Roman Catholic Episcopal Corporation of OTTAWA-CORNWALL, for the benefit of [ Specific Parish, Cemetery, Ministry or Program ] in [ Town / City ].

You may also consider the following clauses in your Will:

For your parish:

“To pay to (Legal Name of Parish) Roman Catholic Parish for its own use absolutely, the sum of (amount) dollars. I declare that the receipt of the person professing to be the Pastor or Parochial Administrator of the parish shall be sufficient discharge to my Trustee who need not see to the application thereof. I further direct that if the (Name of Parish) does not exist at the time of my death, this bequest shall be paid to the Parish’s successor, and if no such successor exists, then to an institution with similar objectives and goals.”

Making a Declaration

Please email dev@ottawacornwall.ca to make a declaration that you have included the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall or any for its parishes in your Estate Plans.

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