Frequently Asked Questions

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GENERAL QUESTIONS

  • RENEW Toronto 2026 will take place at 12Fifty Event Centre, 1250 Markham Rd, Scarborough, ON M1H 2Y9.

    Day 1 will be on Friday, November 20, at 6 p.m. until 10:30 p.m.
    Day 2 will be on Saturday, November 21, at 8 a.m. until 7 p.m.

    All are invited to a special World Youth Day Mass at St. Thomas More on Saturday, November 21, at 7 p.m. Cardinal Leo will celebrate Mass.

  • RENEW Toronto is open to ALL – men, women, single, married, students and young professionals from the ages of 18 to 39.

  • No, you do not have to be Catholic to attend the conference. Everyone is warmly welcome! Whether you are Christian, exploring the faith, or simply interested in the theme or topics, we are glad to have you join us. It is also a great opportunity to meet new people and make new friends.

  • Defending the faith.

    The purpose of this conference is to equip and inspire young adults to confidently understand and defend the Catholic faith in today’s world. Through engaging talks, practical workshops, and meaningful conversations, participants will explore the “why” behind what the Church teaches and how to share those truths with clarity, charity, and conviction.

    Whether you’re new to apologetics or already passionate about your faith, this conference is designed to deepen your knowledge, strengthen your confidence in conversations about faith, and help you respond thoughtfully to common questions and challenges. It’s also a space to encounter Christ more deeply, build authentic community, and meet other young adults who are seeking truth and striving to live it out.

    Ultimately, the goal is not just to win arguments—but to witness to the truth with love.

  • Doors will open at 6 p.m. on the Friday and 8 a.m. on the Saturday. You are welcome to come early to visit the marketplace, chat with exhibitors and enjoy a cup of coffee/tea.

    The schedule for the weekend can be found on the Schedule page.

  • Please indicate what your food allergies and/or dietary needs are on your registration form. If you would like to discuss them with our team more thoroughly, please email youth@archtoronto.org.

  • Yes, we are able to give you a refund. However, you will be asked to cover any processing fees. The deadline to request a refund is November 4, 2026.

  • Nursing babies in arms are welcome. There will be a nursing room available in the venue. Please contact our team to arrange accommodations if you have any special requirements please email us at youth@archtoronto.org.

REGISTRATION QUESTIONS

  • Registration is open! Be sure to save your spot by registering here.

  • Early bird tickets will be available for a limited time. Be sure to secure your discounted ticket before early bird ends on July 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

  • Your conference pass includes: conference name badge, coffee/tea and water throughout the day, snacks, lunch and dinner on the Saturday, talks by our keynote and workshop speakers, praise & worship, access to marketplace vendors & exhibitors, Adoration and Confession.

  • We encourage groups to attend RENEW Toronto together and the platform will allow you to purchase multiple tickets. However, to ease the registration process for everyone, registration information is collected on an individual basis, so be sure to have everyone's info handy!

    If you are a young adult group or chaplaincy, please contact us for group pricing.

  • Early bird ends on July 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EDT but the final day to register is November 4, 2026.

  • Unfortunately, we are not able to provide direct financial assistance for attendees. We have done our best to set a registration price that reflects the value of what will be offered throughout the conference.

    At the same time, we understand that cost can be a barrier for some. We encourage you to reach out to your parish, as they may be willing to support you in attending.

LOCATION & TRAVEL QUESTIONS

  • Yes, there is plenty of complimentary parking available on-site.

  • If you are in need of a ride OR can offer one, we have set up a carpool page to help you connect with others travelling from your area.

  • The venue is fully accessible. If you’d like to discuss your needs prior to the Conference, please email youth@archtoronto.org.

SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITOR QUESTIONS

  • We are so grateful to all of our sponsors. If you are interested in being a sponsor for RENEW Toronto this year, please visit the Sponsor Us page.

    If you have any questions, please contact us at youth@archtoronto.org to discuss sponsorship opportunities.

  • We are so grateful for your support. If you are interested in being an exhibitor for RENEW Toronto this year, please visit the Be a Sponsor page.

    If you have any questions, please contact us at youth@archtoronto.org to discuss opportunities.

  • Thank you for your interest in being a vendor for RENEW Toronto. Please visit the Be a Vendor page for more information.

    If you have any questions, please contact us at youth@archtoronto.org to discuss vendor opportunities.