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Managing Social Media Accounts After a Loved One has Passed
With today’s times of social media popularity, it is more than likely your loved one was active on many social media platforms. There are ways to manage these accounts and deactivate them after a l...
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Tuesday, August 9, 2016
If I Have Pre-Planned My Funeral at One Funeral Home, Can I Switch to a Different One?
Pre-Planning your funeral provides you with the peace of mind, knowing your family will have access to your end-of-life wishes and desires. You can rest assured knowing that your funeral service wi...
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Friday, July 29, 2016
Should Your Child Attend The Funeral?
It is common to avoid bringing children to a funeral because it is a difficult time in our lives and we believe we are protecting children by going without them. We feel as if we are sparing them t...
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Friday, July 22, 2016
What Goes Into the Expense of a Standard Funeral?
Planning a funeral for a loved one can be a confusing and stressful time. In addition to dealing with the loss, you are left organizing and ultimately paying for services to lay your loved one to r...
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Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Celebrant or Clergy Member, Which Should I Choose, and Why?
Choosing the individual who will act as an officiant for your loved one’s funeral is a big decision. While it’s important to make sure you are comfortable with the person, it’s also important to de...
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Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Tips for Letting Go of a Loved One While Keeping Them Close to Your Heart
The loss of someone close to us is quite likely to be one of the most difficult and painful experiences we will ever have in our lives. After spending so many years with someone as an integral part...
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Thursday, May 26, 2016
Benefits of Planning Your Funeral While You’re Still Alive
In one sense, there is never really a “good time” for planning a funeral, especially when the funeral is your own. However, the other side of the coin is that there are worse times to plan a funera...
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Wednesday, May 18, 2016
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Does the Ontario Government Help with Funeral Costs? Exploring State Assistance and Financial Support
Losing a loved one is emotionally challenging, and the financial implications of funeral expenses can exacerbate this stress for grieving families. In Ontario, funeral costs can be substantial, pro...
What is the Most Expensive Part of a Funeral?
To explore the intricacies of funeral expenses and provide a comprehensive guide for families facing these decisions during a sensitive time, it's essential to delve deeper into the cost breakdown ...
Do I Have to Use a Burial Vault for Burial?
When planning a burial, many decisions need to be made, and one of the more common questions is whether or not to use a burial vault. This decision can impact both the cost and the logistics of a f...
Can I Have a Gathering/Visitation Without a Ceremony/Service?
In times of loss, grief can feel overwhelming, and navigating the process of saying goodbye can be challenging. Traditionally, gatherings and visitations have been accompanied by ceremonies or serv...
Visiting a Dying Loved One and Dealing with the Grief
Visiting a dying loved one is one of the most challenging experiences we face. It’s a time filled with emotional turbulence, as we grapple with the imminent loss and the grief that accompanies it. ...
Navigating the Digital Beyond: Preparing for Life After Death in the Digital Age
In today's interconnected world, our digital footprints outlive us, painting a vivid portrait of our lives through social media, emails, and online accounts. As we blend the digital realm into our ...
The Unyielding Pillar: Ethics in Funeral Service
In the tapestry of human existence, few professions carry the weight of solemnity and responsibility quite like that of funeral service. As the custodians of final farewells, funeral directors stan...