Grieving in isolation was already a trending topic due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, but since the tragedy in Nova Scotia it's becoming part of a wider conversation. Not only are these families dealing with personal grief, but the entire community, province and country. Under normal circumstances, there would be…
As of publication, there are 42 confirmed COVID-19 Deaths in York Region, with 883 confirmed cases total. We know that these numbers will rise before we flatten the curve. Being in the funeral business, we always want to help members of our community during this very difficult time. Our new…
Death doesn't adhere to a convenient schedule, so there's really nothing you can do to prevent a death over the holidays. The holiday season is fun, but it is already a little bit stressful. Adding a death, whether expected or not, can only add to your grief. Many families grapple…
It's everyone's worst nightmare - a loved one dying abroad. You worry about all sorts of things going wrong, especially if it's your senior parents. When you pass away in Canada, it's fairly straight forward. You follow the process,by calling a funeral home, the police or an ambulance. Loved ones…
Writing an obituary can be a painful, yet cathartic experience. It's an opportunity to celebrate a life while also informing friends and neighbours of a loved ones passing. They also provide details on how you can honour the dead - by attending a visitation and funeral or by sending flowers…
When it comes to the difficult conversations - ones about death and dying - we can't always find the right words to describe how we're feeling. Whether you're trying to come to terms with what's happening to you or a loved one, or if you want to find a good…