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National Siblings Day celebrates and remembers some of those closest to us. If you’ve lost a sibling, coping with this loss can be a long process. Here are some supportive tips https://www.dignitymemorial.com//coping-with-the-loss-of-a

If you experienced a loved one’s death, remember, you probably don’t have to do this alone. Friends and family will most likely want to help. Delegating responsibilities to family members and others you trust not only eases your burden but also allows them to show you how much they care about you. And it may even help them begin to heal their feelings of loss as well.

Tartan Day was created to promote Scottish heritage in Canada was proposed at a meeting of the Federation of Scottish Clans in Nova Scotia. Jean Watson, President of Clan Lamont, petitioned provincial legislatures to recognize April 6 as Tartan Day. The first such proclamation was by Nova Scotia in April 1987. Here’s tae ye!

The Living Reef Memorial - Canada is an underwater tribute that creates life after life by establishing marine habitat to promote coral and marine organisms.

"Like everything else, funerals, memorials and celebrations of life change with the times. What's more, the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated some trends and promoted innovation in some areas, making 2020 an interesting year. Here are the top funeral trends for 2021."

When Inuit arrived in Greenland they buried their dead at sea. Beginning around 1400 AD they began ground or cavern burials as we saw in Kangaamiut. The mummies were completely dressed, and items for their travel were included in the grave or cavern. The Inuit were mostly converted to Christianity which explains the change. https://www.hansenspear.com/inuit-burial-traditions-by-the/

View of the mountains from Mountain View Cemetery

As you consider the kind of celebration that best fits your loved oneor yourself, if you are planning aheadremember that you are limited only by your imagination. Whether considering a simple tribute or a more elaborate event, we encourage you to find inspiration in the little things that made you or your loved one special. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Happy Groundhog Day! "This is one time where television really fails to capture the true excitement of a large squirrel predicting the weather." - Phil, from the Groundhog Day Movie

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