The parish was established in 1965 to accommodate the growing Catholic population in the post-war development of Etobicoke.
The church building is situated on a residential street rather than a major commercial thoroughfare, maintaining a quiet neighborhood character.
The parish supports a variety of outreach ministries, including food drives and support for local shelters in the Greater Toronto Area.
The architectural design reflects mid-century ecclesiastical trends common in Toronto parishes built during the 1960s.
Transfiguration of Our Lord Roman Catholic Church is an active parish located in the Richmond Gardens neighbourhood of Etobicoke. The community serves a diverse local congregation within the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Toronto. The church facilities include a main worship sanctuary and integrated parish offices. It functions as a central hub for local religious services, sacramental life, and parish-led community initiatives. The site remains fully operational as a place of worship for the surrounding suburban residential area.
The main entrance foyer and exterior facade during the golden hour when sunlight illuminates the structure.
Check the parish bulletin on the official website before visiting to avoid interfering with private weddings or funerals.
Parking is available on-site, but consider street parking etiquette if the lot is full during mass.
Visitors are welcome to attend daily or weekend masses, but participation in the Eucharist is reserved for practicing Catholics.
Do not enter the sanctuary during ongoing services if you are not participating in the liturgy.
The church remains open for regular liturgical services throughout the year, though office hours may be limited on public holidays.
Dress modestly as is standard for Roman Catholic liturgical spaces; maintain a quiet demeanor inside the sanctuary.
