Pope John Paul II - World Youth Day

There are many people who influence Canadian society and provide positive inspiration for others. In 2002, Pope John Paul made a visit to Canada which made a tremendously influential impact on its society. Every two years, the Vatican selects a host city for World Youth Day celebrations. This summer, World Youth Day 2002 was held in Toronto, Ontario. Through World Youth Day, Pope John Paul II significantly influenced Canadian society, creating a sense of unity, diversity, and …

…been present prior to the event. He changed Canadian society and the way people interacted with each other through his presence on World Youth Day. He increased the connection and faith among the Canadian people in a way never accomplished before. By bringing together over 200,000 different types of people with a common faith and unifying them as one community, Pope John Paul II can easily be deemed the most influential person to Canadian society during 2002.