Speaking to journalists on a return flight from Canada, Pope Francis said he should slow down on his international travel and possibly consider retiring, but only if he discerns that it's God's will.
While Pope Francis is expected to apologize for the mistreatment of Indigenous Canadians, his visit will also highlight familiar concerns that he shares with Indigenous cultures about care for the elderly and the environment.
The Pope had been due to visit the country with the Archbishop of Canterbury and the Moderator of the Church of Scotland General Assembly but has withdrawn due to worsening knee pain.