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This series contains records related to the various parishes and dioceses in which Sr. Mary Leo Kirwin worked. It also includes a prayer book titled "The Holy Ghost Prayer Book" and a prayer book titled "The Following of Christ." There are two relics given to Sr. Mary Leo. The relics are of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and Pope Leo I. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton spent her life in service to people and established the first free Catholic School in America. Pope Leo I, also known as Pope Leo the Great, was the namesake of Sister Mary Leo. Pope Leo I was known for his courage, morality and protection of the faith. It is also interesting that her religious name, Leo, is that of her father and brother.

This subseries contains research materials and chronicles about the history of the Sisters of St. Joseph created and compiled by Sisters, priests, and Bishop R. H. Dignan.

The material includes correspondence about their research, timelines, notes, and news clippings, as well as manuscripts and final versions of papers, essays, and articles chronicling the history of the Sisters. There are photocopies of correspondence from the late 1800s concerning the establishment of the London congregation, Priest John F. Coffey’s 1885 The City and Diocese of London, Ontario, Canada: An Historical Sketch, and an excerpt from Father John Anthony Kevin Farrell’s unpublished thesis “Roman Catholic Church in London 1826-1931.” Major topics include the founding of the order of the Sisters of St. Joseph, the order’s history in Canada, the founding of the London congregation, the General Superiors of the London community. Some material also covers the healthcare institutions founded by the London Sisters, education in the diocese of London, and the Peruvian missions.

In addition to their own historical research and writings, some of these individuals were also involved in larger historic projects. Sister Fiorino Pasquale was involved with a diocesan history project, and correspondence about this project and lists of photographs used are in her file.

Subseries consists of prayer cards and blessings related to the Hospice.

This series provide information about government regulations for orphanages in Ontario, including the 1965 Children’s Institutions Act and Regulations. These documents outline the rules surrounding the care of orphaned and fostered children. Detailed criteria had to be met. There are sections including general health and well-being, medical and dental care, nutrition, and clothing. Financial activities also had to be carried out within accordance to the law. Information about budgets, audits, and financing can also be found in these records. Annual inspections of the orphanage were done by the Department of Public Welfare. The inspection reports provide information about building safety, dietary conditions, and the physical and mental well-being of the children.