Bereavement Resources

Please note that this list is not exhaustive. For more resources please contact the West Island Cancer Wellness Center: (514) 695-9355.

Bereavement Resources:

Adult Support: They offer an 8 week bereavement support group service three times a year free of charge. Click here for more information.
Carousel (children): They offer a weekend bereavement camp twice a year free of charge. They also offer throughout the year a bereavement program called “Circle of Support”. Click here for more information.

They offer bereavement group sessions for adults and children free of charge.

They offer a free grief support hotline service where volunteers trained by professionals attentively listen to your needs and offer support. 1-888-523-3596

They offer a variety of support groups for adults, children and teenagers at no cost.

Offer clients one free 90 minute session of individual counselling in bereavement by appointment.

Free bereavement camps for children ages 4 – 17

A free online resource that helps parents support their children when someone in their life is dying or has died. It equips parents with the words and confidence needed to help children grieve life’s losses in healthy ways.

Resources for Teachers:

This document includes information on notifying staff, parents and students as well as information on memorials/memorial services.

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