Elevator Construction begins September 8th

Information as of August 24th-2025

Various group activities may be affected by access restrictions during asbestos removal and elevator installation.
Please read carefully.

Scope of the work starting September 8th
  •The hallways and doors around the stage will be sealed off for Asbestos removal
  •Once abatement is complete, the elevator will be installed to replace the existing stairs between the Chapel entrance and the Hall.
  •The Custodian's office will be converted into a new stairwell leading to street level on the Priest’s driveway.
  •All work is scheduled for completion by the end of November, though contingencies could extend or shorten this timeline.
  •Work will be up to 5½ days per week, but not Saturday afternoons or Sundays.

Impact on Hall users
  •The Hall itself will remain accessible from the lobby stairs and the circle and Penetang Entrances.
  •Workers will need a corridor through the Hall down the Penetang side to the exit for removal of materials.
  •All table carts and chairs will be stored in the Hall along the Penetang wall until further notice.
  •Vinnie's will not be accessible until further notice.
  •All groups who use storage in Vinnie's hallway cupboards should remove all of their items ASAP.
  •Custodian's room storage must be cleared as soon as possible.
  •Eventually steel cabinets will be provided on stage.
  •Some custodial supplies and tools will be moved to the Hall temporarily.

Chapel entrance & Mass access
  •The Chapel entrance will remain open for Mass and Adoration.
  •The existing right side stairwell will be enclosed and replaced by the elevator shaft.
  •The area will be protected by a temporary wall.
  •Expect some brief blockages and typical construction noise.
  •Elevator service is expected by the end of November.

Post construction
  •The Good Shepherd's room will become the Custodian's office.
  •Secure steel cabinets on the stage will be for groups' storage needs.
  •Spare chairs and tables will remain in the Hall.

Questions or Concerns
If you need further information, please contact the Pastor or any member of the Property Committee:
  •Father Jinto
  •Ralph Cipolla
  •Phil Deschenes
  •Sean Burns
  •Martin Treash
  •Peter Joseph
  •Bruce Clark

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we improve accessibility for everyone.