
June 8, 2026
Appointments for the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth
Most Reverend Brian Joseph Dunn, Archbishop of Halifax-Yarmouth, announces the following appointments:
Rev. Felix Aguka, from Nigeria, will reside at St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica until June 18. He shall become Assistant Priest at Stella Maris Parish, effective June 19, 2026.
Rev. Adolphus Amaechi, Assistant Priest at St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica, shall become
Administrator at Saint John of the Cross, effective September 15, 2026.
Rev. David Bergeron, CC, Administrator of Saint Benedict Parish, will be reassigned by the Companions of the Cross, effective July 1, 2026.
Rev. Benjamin Belgica, from the Diocese of Legazpi in the Philippines, shall become Assistant Priest at St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica, effective September 15, 2026.
Rev. Alexander Colautti, CC, shall become Pastor of Saint Benedict Parish, effective July 1, 2026.
Rev. Lawrence Hyginus, CC, shall become Assistant Priest of Holy Trinity Parish, Lower Sackville, effective July 1, 2026.
Rev. Isaac Longworth, CC, Assistant Priest of Saint Benedict Parish, will be reassigned by Companions of the Cross, effective August 31, 2026.
Rev. Robert Nicholas, Pastor at Saint John of the Cross, has completed his time here in the Diocese and will return to his home diocese in India, effective September 15, 2026.
Rev. Miguel Angel Perez, CC, shall become Assistant Priest of Saint Benedict Parish, effective July 1, 2026.
Deacon Appointments
Rev. Mr. Gordon MacKinnon, retired deacon, will provide diaconal ministry and liturgical
ministry at Saint Francis and Saint Clare of Assisi Parish, Halifax, effective June 1, 2026.
Archbishop's Office
Most Rev. Brian J. Dunn
Archbishop of Halifax-Yarmouth
Christine Salterio
Executive Secretary to the Archbishop
O: (902) 429-9800 ext. 324
F: (902) 425-0997
1559 Brunswick St., Suite 101
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3J 2G1

