Formerly homeless Calgarians launch fundraiser to create memorial for lives lost: ‘We don’t want to forget’
There’s a historic place in the corner of Calgary’s Union Cemetery that became the graveyard of last resort. Continue reading
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Day of mourning in Kelowna
By Jules Knox Reporter/Anchor
Renee Ozee’s son died on the job, but she’s sharing his story to help raise awareness about workplace safety. Continue reading
How to support a grieving teen
By Laurel Gregory Reporter
Registered Psychologist Ashley Mielke says like adults, teens experience grief in their own individual way, but parents can support them by giving them the tools to navigate the pain. Continue reading
How to talk with your kids and cope with tragedy from afar
A Winnipeg psychologist says it’s important to lean on each other when dealing with something so sorrowful. Continue reading
Moncton mothers donate ‘cuddle cot’ to Moncton Hospital
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
Two Moncton mothers, who have each lost an infant, raised money for a device to give parents more time to say goodbye to their babies. Continue reading
MADD Edmonton hosts candlelight vigil for families remembering loved ones over the holidays
The Edmonton chapter of MADD Canada held a candlelight vigil Sunday for families remembering loved ones over the holidays. Continue reading
Edmonton recognizes Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day with ‘wave of light’
On Saturday night, the High Level Bridge will shine purple, green and white while Edmonton families light candles to honour babies they’ve lost. Continue reading
‘I just felt so alone’: Alberta mother fundraising for retreat for parents who lose young children
By Laurel Gregory Reporter
Alberta Mother Gillian Hatto is fundraising to establish a retreat for parents who are grieving young children. Hatto and her husband lost their daughter, Hazel Rose, to an undetermined cause in August 2014. Continue reading
Prince Harry regrets not talking about Princess Diana’s death
31-year-old Prince Harry says he wishes he’d spoken about Princess Diana’s death sooner. Continue reading
Death doulas transforming how we die in Canada
By Shirlee Engel
Barb Phillips is one of a growing number of death doulas in Canada trying to transform the way we view death and the dying process. Continue reading
