The Simple Alternative Funeral Centres
1057 Brock Rd L1W 3T7 Pickering, ON, Canada

Today is Bike to Work Day. Although eco-friendly and fun, it's important to know how to keep yourself safe no matter where you're riding, whether on the busy streets of downtown or through one of our properties. Here are some helpful tips: https://bit.ly/3IiYEcX #BTWD #BikeSafety

In the early morning of May 29, 1914, the Canadian Pacific ocean liner Empress of Ireland was struck by a Norwegian coal boat and disappeared into the waters of the St. Lawrence River. Aboard the Empress of Ireland were 192 Salvation Army personnel on their way to the Army’s World Congress in London, England. In 1916, a monument designed by Salvation Army Major Gideon Miller and sculpted by Emanuel Hahn was unveiled in a special Salvation Army plot at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. It was dedicated to those Salvationists who lost their lives. #EmpressOfIreland #TorontoHistory #TorontoArchives #MountPleasantCemetery #MountPleasantGroup #SalvationArmyToronto

A message from your friends at Mount Pleasant Group. Please remember these rules for everyone's safety: Keep to the side of the road Stay within a speed of 10KM/HR Give way to pedestrians & funeral processions... Stay safe and have fun #cycling #respect #goodneighbour

Today we celebrate the #PowerOfLove by recognizing the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia #IDAHOT. No one should ever be subjected to discrimination based on their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

#DYK Pancake Tuesday, Shrove Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, and Mardi Gras are all the same day? The eating of rich food on the last day before Ash Wednesday. Which is the beginning of the Christian observance of Lent. Pancakes are often the meal of choice at community breakfasts at the start of the day, here is a recipe if you'd like to take part. https://www.allrecipes.com//2/good-old-fashioned-pancakes/

Today is the Canadian Flag's 56th birthday! Happy Flag Day, everyone. #Canada #CanadianFlag #FlagDay

We hope everyone has a safe and happy Family Day. Celebrating in person might not be possible, but you can still celebrate virtually. In our latest blog Educational Blogger Laura of Mini City Creative has created a fun and adorable craft for the whole family even if they are far away. Follow the link for instructions. http://ow.ly/FGYy50DA298

We hope your day is filled with reminders of how much you're loved. #ValentinesDay

Anderson Ruffin Abbott was the first Black Canadian to be licensed as a family physician. Abbott was appointed surgeon-in-chief at Provident Hospital in Chicago, the first training hospital for Black nurses in the United States. Following his passing in 1913, Abbott was laid to rest at Toronto Necropolis. Use our free historical database to locate notable figures: http://ow.ly/HjpM50uJWDY #AndersonRuffinAbbott #TorontoNecropolis #blackhistory

Lest we forget. Do you have any veterans in your family that you would like to thank? Tell us your story. #lestweforget #family #story #history #veterans

Happy Diwali to those celebrating. May your celebrations be full of peace and light. #DiwaliGreetings #Diwali2020

Today we remember all the brave men and women who served our country and fought for our freedom. #RemembranceDay2020 #LestWeForget

As a city grows, so too does its need for space to bury the bodies of its deceased inhabitants. Toronto is no exception to this, urban cemeteries are running out of space. In our latest blog we explore what your options are. http://ow.ly/fIGZ50Caj7L

"While recently exploring Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Toronto, I visited the grave of William George Barker, the "Most decorated war hero in the history of Canada, the British Empire, and the Commonwealth of Nations." Barker perished during in an aviation accident in 1930 and was entombed at Mount Pleasant Cemetery on March 15, 1930 following the largest state funeral the City of Toronto has ever seen. May he forever Rest In Peace."... : hopkindesign (IG)

144 years ago, Mount Pleasant Cemetery opened its gates. We are honoured to have served our community for so many years, and hope for many more. Check out this photo of the Massey Mausoleum from 1912! #MountPleasantCemetery

Today we remember Corporal Ainsworth Dyer, who rests at the Toronto Necropolis. #AinsworthDyer #TorontoArchives