Jenkens Funeral Home
226 South Syndicate Avenue P7E 1C8 Thunder Bay, ON, Canada

Needless to say, the coronavirus pandemic of 2020 has been a challenging time for everyone. But if someone you love has died, it is likely that the current social distancing orders and travel restrictions are making funeral planning especially difficult for your family. Here are some thoughts for the families. http://ow.ly/SHBl50Dk0Nc

Cremation is an increasingly popular option that can be memorialized in different ways at our cemeteries. Naturally, many people have questions about how cremated remains will change the experience of visiting a cemetery to honour the life of a loved one. Read more here. http://ow.ly/scgo50Dk0kS

Listen how using Alzheimer's disease as an example, Dr. Romayne Gallagher talks to Canadian Virtual Hospice about how providing patients and families with a roadmap charting how illness will progress facilitates decision-making. Dr. Gallagher discusses how defining what the person who is at end of life values can aid in decision-making. http://ow.ly/7t7Z50Dk03J

Willful research conducted by Angus Reid shows that two-thirds (66%) of Canadians don’t know the end of life wishes of their spouse, and 57% don’t know the end of life wishes for any of their loved ones. Here are some tips on how to start end-of life-conversations with family. http://ow.ly/dcGl50DjZQe

February is Black History Month. This month gives all of us the chance to learn about the many contributions Black Canadians have made to this country, including how they have helped build the more diverse and inclusive society we enjoy today. At Arbor, we are proud to stand with and support people of diverse communities. We welcome you to share how you recognize Black History Month! ... For more information on Black History Month, please visit: https://www.canada.ca///campaigns/black-history-month.html

Our devoted funeral professionals are dedicated to assisting with your immediate needs or advance planning. We're deeply committed to the well-being of our guests and staff. Safety measures are in place, including live-streaming for gatherings, and consultations available in person, by phone and online. At our location, we're here to serve, visit https://bit.ly/3bJ6vRc

Whether the loss of your mom was recent or long ago, you can honour her life in creative ways from the safety of your home. Here are some ideas on how to remember Mom this Mother’s Day. https://bit.ly/2WjdQRs

Hospice Northwest would like to thank Jenkens Funeral Home once again for supporting our annual Candlelight Memorial Service on November 27th. This beautiful an...d touching ceremony was led by Rev. Deborah Kraft, with music by local musicians Robbie Lee Ernst, Alison Skirtschak, Jessie Horracks and Alan Guise and dance by Image Studio of Dance -Northwestern Ontario. Thank you to all who came out and to all who helped make this such a meaningful event. See more

Cheque given to The Boys and Girls Club of Thunder Bay

Photos of our Sacred Fire