Giving just got easier at the Basilica

The Basilica of Our Lady Immaculate has partnered with TipTap to make giving easier with a simple tap of a credit or debit card.

Why are we implementing this?   We have become a largely cashless society and we wanted to provide a safe and secure option for visitors and parishioners alike to donate to the Basilica.  In addition, we are fortunate to receive many visitors and pilgrims throughout the year at the Basilica, as the official Diocesan Marian Shrine, but have been unable to accept cash donations for security reasons.   Many other parishes within the Hamilton and Toronto Dioceses have already successfully implemented this system, and so we are happy to provide this TipTap option as a safe and secure option to make a donation.

This TipTap payment option does not replace or change parish envelopes or direct deposit giving.

How does it work?  Simply tap and hold your payment card (credit or debit card) to the ‘TIpTap’ device located at the back of the church (near the Southside Entrance) to give to the Basilica.  A tap device will also be located for paying for candles at the Pieta Shrine.

Your card will be charged the amount indicated on the device each time you tap with your card. Your data is completely secure since the TipTap device does not store any information, and the device will be shut down if tampered with.

Touchless giving will support the essential work here at the Basilica, and we are grateful for your kindness!  We are happy to provide parishioners and visitors who no longer carry cash or prefer to use digital giving as a way to further support our parish.

Our new Tip Tap display is located at the back of the Church near the south tower entrance.  We also have a small tabletop unit beside the Regina Caeli Shrine for paying for lighting a candle.