“Priest Jailed for Assaulting 13-Year-Old in Saskatoon”

A 71-year-old priest in Saskatoon has been sentenced to eight months in jail and 18 months of probation for kissing a 13-year-old girl in a supply closet at the Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of St. George in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood two years ago. The priest, Janko Kolosnjaji, was found guilty in February and appeared in provincial court recently. The prosecutor highlighted the impact on the victim, who was described as a refugee from Ukraine and extremely vulnerable. The victim’s first kiss turned into a traumatic experience, leading to feelings of pain, shame, and a sense of hostility in the world. The victim’s mother emphasized that the assault shattered her child’s trust, dignity, and soul.