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After a death This resource page helps you navigate what you need to do when someone dies in British Columbia. Find out the first steps,...

After a death checklist This checklist helps determine who to notify, what to do next, and keeps you organized after someone dies in British Columbia.

Attending Funerals, Memorials, and Other Rituals A 4 page handout by Dr. Jay Children's Grief Centre that highlights how adults can prepare children of all ages to attend...

Creating Memorial Albums After Loss This article describes how scrapbooking and creative art can be used to prolong memories and also help during grief. It...

Cultural Spotlight: Muslim Funeral Traditions This article highlights Muslim funeral traditions. It provides a brief overview about preparing for death, preparation of...

Funerals in the time of a Pandemic: A toolkit for children’s and families A toolkit for children’s and families about funerals in the time of a Pandemic developed by GoodGrief. org.

A guide to death care in Ontario A Guide to Death Care in Ontario is a free guide provided by the Bereavement Authority of Ontario that helps consumers know...

Indigenous Voices First Nations, Inuit and Métis share stories about living with serious illness and grief in over 170 short video clips. Indigenous...

LivingMyCulture.ca LivingMyCulture. ca shares the lived experience of sixty-four people from eleven cultures. Stories about traditions, rituals...

Nova Scotia - It's in Your Hands: Legal Information for Seniors and Their Families Concise and informative guide addresses important topics including Guardianship, Wills, Funeral Planning, Power of Attorney,...