National Grief and Bereavement Day 2023

National Grief and Bereavement Day 

Tuesday November 21, 2023, marks National Grief & Bereavement Day in Canada. This is a day for all of us to reflect on the legacies of those who have died, as well as the love, connections, and relationships that have shaped and continue to shape our lives. Today, we recognize National Grief and Bereavement Day and all those experiencing grief. We consider grief as love transformed, and recognize that everyone will experience grief at some point in their lives. Often people feel uncertain where to turn to for bereavement support or worry they are not “grieving the right way”. There is no right way, and each person’s grief is unique. National Grief and Bereavement Day is the opportunity for Canadians to share and normalize talking about grief, and to highlight the resources that can help.

Grief is both a natural and human response when someone dies or when something that holds great value to us is lost to us or has changed. The grieving process gives us the opportunity to say goodbye to that important piece of our life and acknowledge the adjustments that will come as we move forward. 

Carpenter Hospice marks National Grief and Bereavement Day by acknowledging those experiencing grief as well as promoting the resources and supports available. Grief can feel like a lonely journey, but we want you to know you are not alone.  Please find some grief and bereavement resources below:

There are several upcoming workshops and events being held by Carpenter Hospice and community partners: 

• Full Moon Writing Circle
• Songs for a Winter’s Night 
• Holiday Grief Workshop and Recipe Share
• Smith’s Funeral Home Community Christmas Memorial  

If you would like more information about these events and workshops, please reach out to the Community and Supportive Care Team at Carpenter Hospice, at 905-631-9994 ext. 141