Our Faith

Br. Domenic Viggiani- President

“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and the conviction of things we do not see.” (Hebrews 11:1)

From the very beginning of the establishment of the Christian schools by St. John Baptist De La Salle and the early Brothers the school has been viewed as a means of salvation. It is, therefore, a fundamental aspect of our school community to encourage all its members – students, teachers, support staff and parents, to grow into closer union with the Blessed Trinity by viewing all things with the eyes of faith.

Faith is the path to God. It is through a life of faith that we become saints. The vocation of all believers is to become our best selves in the eyes of God. Without faith we can never learn to trust in God.

We begin by seeking the Kingdom of God. We love our neighbour as ourselves. We sincerely try to learn Catholic teaching. We do something each day to draw nearer to Our Blessed Mother. We make frequent use of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. We freely forgive others. We endeavour at Holy Mass to enter deeply into its beauty. We prepare ourselves to receive worthily the Eucharist. We become people who are grateful and cheerful. We become men and women of prayer.
The call to membership in our school community is a call to goodness. Faith and zeal help us to be good.

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Grade Retreats

Lasallian Catholic Mission

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President's Reflections

Catholic schools exist to promote the Gospel, communicate Christ and help to form Christ in the lives of students. As such, Catholic schools help Catholic families and other people of faith to the discovery of life’s meaning and elicit new hopes today and in the future.

In the Lasallian tradition, Catholic schools help students adopt a critical stance towards contemporary society. These schools are characterized by the determination to make the means of salvation available to young people through a quality education and by an explicit proclamation of Jesus Christ. “The Rule” 2 #13

We live in a cultural climate in which moral norms are often thought to be matters of personal preference, Catholic schools have a crucial role to play in leading the younger generation to realize that freedom consists above all in being able to respond to the demands of the truth. “Veritatis splendor” #84

At certain times during the school and liturgical year, the school offers messages, prayers, and reflections to give the school community opportunities to learn about aspects of the life of the school and engage others in the evangelical mission of the school. The proclamation of the Gospel has never been easy or always well-received by the world.

All of us, but especially young Catholics, need to be informed, developed and encouraged to become courageous defenders and promoters of our faith in order to know Christ and to bring Christ to others. The Lasallian educational vision is not complete without the recognition that the school is an integral means of salvation.

Br. Domenic Viggiani

De La Salle President – 2010 to Present
De La Salle Principal – 1994 to 2010
Delegate to General Chapter of FSC’s Rome 2000
Delegate to General Chapter of FSC’s Rome 2007
President of the FSC Delegation of Toronto 2002 – 2007

Brother Domenic's 2024 Easter Reflection

Brother Domenic reflects on Holy Week and the importance of the season

Brother Domenic Reflects on Family Day

Reflecting on the teachings of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Brother Domenic, invites students, parents, and colleagues to contemplate the significance of family, emphasizing its role as the cornerstone of society and echoing the Church's steadfast commitment to its sanctity amidst contemporary challenges.

Brother Domenic's 2023 Christmas Message

In a world often at odds with Christian values, the paradoxical essence of Christmas stands out. As we prepare to celebrate amidst troubles, homelessness is contrasted with celebrating a homeless child, and our acts of compassion echo the teachings of a great healer amidst societal anxieties. Brother Domenic invites reflection on the true essence of this season, emphasizing the profound message of love, compassion, and renewal that underlies the celebration

Brother Domenic Reflects: Embracing Advent, A Season of Preparation and Eternal Truths

The significance of Advent often passes by amidst the holiday rush. This reflection from Brother Domenic dives into the deeper meaning of this season of preparation, emphasizing prayer, charity, and the timeless relevance of the Church's teachings. Delve into the essence of Advent as a journey toward the Christ-Child and a profound exploration of God's incarnation among us.

Catholic Corner

What is Catholic Corner?

Catholic Corner is a section of the bi-weekly newsletter that highlights aspects of our Catholic Faith within the De La Salle Community. This includes but is not limited to teacher’s reflections, weekly meditations, local service trips, and an overview of the retreat themes.

Ms. Laura Bell- Coordinator of Discipleship & Evangelization

Building Bridges: Brothers' Visit Strengthens Lasallian Bonds at De La Salle

Dec 21 2023

Ms. Di Prospero reflects on the visits to DEL of multiple special Lasallian leaders throughout the first half of the school year

World Youth Day

Sep 8 2023

This past August, Ms. Di Prospero together with Fr. Alex Griffiths and Mr. De Jesus, had the wonderful pleasure of accompanying our students to Lisbon to celebrate World Youth Day 2023. Click here to read Ms. Di Prospero’s reflection on the trip:

OUR LASALLIAN MISSION

The Lasallian educational tradition as expressed and lived at De La Salle College is an extension of the apostolic mission of the Catholic Church. As part of one of the largest educational networks in the world, the Lasallian mission can be found in over 110 schools and ministries just in the United States and Canada. Since 1680, educational institutions in more than 80 countries today have been influenced by the vision and innovative spirit of St. John Baptist de La Salle, the Founder of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and Patron Saint of All Teachers.

Lasallian Core Principles

We are animated by and foster a spirit of faith and zeal.
We create and sustain respectful human relationships in the community.
We develop and maintain diverse programs meeting recognized standards of excellence
We exercise a preferential option for the poor
We instill Gospel Values

Important Lasallian Pages

Lasallian Mission

Lasallian Service and Leadership

Lasallian Youth Team

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Faith in Del News

Beautiful Gift from Grade Twelve Student

How a Grade 12's generosity led to the restoration of a statue of St. Martin de Porres

Rosary Making in Community Time

This year during community time one of the activities all junior school students will be participating in is making rosaries. Students will learn about praying the rosary in their regular religion programme, but in community time Mr. Iacobazzi is teaching them how to assemble their own rosary and at the same time serve the wider Church.

Jr School Toiletry Drive a Success!

Catholic Corner- Friday, June 24th

Ms. Bell reflects on the year that was

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