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Discover historical documents, photos, records, artifacts, and more that tell the story of the 150-year legacy of the Felician Sisters in North America.

Beaded Fur Mittens

Beaded Fur Mittens

These beaded rabbit-fur mittens were made by a Dene Elder of the Tulita, NWT, community located within the Arctic Circle.

Beatification Banner

Beatification Banner

The depiction of Mother Mary Angela Truskowska that hung in front of St. Peter's Basilica for the beatification of the Foundress in 1993.

Carving of Our Lady of Czestochowa

Carving of Our Lady of Czestochowa

Mother Mary Angela gave this carving to Mother Mary Brunona Pydynkowski as the Buffalo province was founded. In 1956, it was moved to Mississauga, ON.

Catholic Resettlement House

Catholic Resettlement House

In 1938, the Felician Sisters took charge of the Catholic Resettlement House Day Nursery that included a clinic and office work.

Convents in Canada

Convents in Canada

From 1937 to today, three convents have been the center of activity for the Felician Sisters in Canada.

Dene Children's Book

Dene Children's Book

This book is from a series written and illustrated by Sister Mary Celeste Goulet for the Dene children in her ministry in Tulita, NWT.

Early Formation in Canada

Early Formation in Canada

In 1967, two graduates of Holy Name of Mary became Felician Sisters.

Early Parish Ministry

Early Parish Ministry

As early as 1938, Felician Sisters in Toronto began their days traveling to distant parishes.