**Archdiocese of Canada (Orthodox Church in America)**  
The **Archdiocese of Canada** is a diocese of the Orthodox Church in America (OCA), encompassing parishes, missions, and monastic communities across nine provinces. Registered as a Canadian nonprofit organization (Business Registration Number **134835297RR0001**), it serves as the administrative and spiritual center for Orthodox Christian communities under the OCA in Canada.

## Structure and governance  
The archdiocese operates under a hierarchical structure led by a ruling bishop, with governance bodies including the **Metropolitan Council**, **Archdiocesan Court**, and specialized committees. Key institutional roles include representatives such as **V. Rev. Gregory Scratch** and **Mr. Jonathan Pageau** on the Metropolitan Council, and advisory figures like **V. Rev. Lawrence Farley** (Evangelization) and **Mrs. Kathy Szalasznyj** (History and Archives).

## Monastic communities and institutions  
The archdiocese supports several monastic communities, including the **Communauté Monastique de St-Seraphim de Sarov** (Montreal) and the **Hermitage of the Annunciation** (Nova Scotia). Educational and outreach initiatives include the **Orthodox Theological Institute** (Montreal) and the **Archbishop Arseny Orthodox Christian Institute** (Winnipeg), alongside publishing efforts through **Synaxis Press** and **Alexander-Alexandre Publishers**.

## Parishes and missions  
Parishes are organized into regional deaneries such as the **Alberta Deanery**, **British Columbia Deanery**, and **Quebec and Atlantic Provinces Deanery**. Notable parishes include **SS. Peter and Paul Sobor** (Ontario) and **Holy Martyr Peter the Aleut Church** (British Columbia).

## Historical and cultural activities  
The archdiocese emphasizes engagement with Indigenous communities and historical preservation, highlighted by publications on topics such as *The Orthodox Church and Indigenous Peoples in Canada*. It also commemorates figures like **St. Olga of Alaska** and **Fr. Anthony Estabrooks** through dedicated resources and events.