Bereavement Support Groups

Meet others who’ve lost a loved one and share your experience in our bereavement support groups.

Our support groups give you the opportunity to meet others who are grieving the death of a loved one, share experiences, and explore ways to move through your grief – all in a caring and understanding atmosphere.

Support groups run all year round across Halton and may focus on a particular type of loss (spousal loss, loss of an adult child).

These groups are offered free of charge through the generosity of our volunteers, funders and donors.

To register for a group please contact:
Peggy Helkaa, 905-827-8800 or 1-800-387-7127 x 2323

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Supporting the Loss of a Parent or Guardian

This bereavement support group will run for seven weeks and explore the terrain of loss of a parent or guardian through mindfulness and storytelling.

This small online community will offer you companionship on your journey with grief and explore loss by engaging with art, music, and the practice of being present. Please register today as spaces are limited.

Details

March 19th through to April 30th, 2025 from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.


Coffee & Conversation
Virtual Drop-in Support Group

For those grieving the death of a loved one.

Join us in this virtual support group and find comfort and support in a caring and understanding atmosphere.

Registration is open, and you can join at any time during the session.

Details

3rd Thursday of the month resuming September 18, 6:30 – 8pm


Mixed Loss Virtual Support Group

This group is open to those who have experienced the death of a loved one. A safe and supportive space to talk about your experience, learn more about the grieving process and gain support from others.

Details

Spring 2025


Young Adult Grief Chat
Virtual Support Group

A monthly drop-in support group for people under the age of 40 for those who have experienced the death of a loved one.

Details

Mondays Biweekly starting September 8, 6:30 – 8 p.m.


Spousal / Partner Loss Support Group

The loss of a husband, wife or partner can be devastating.  Join others who are living with loss to share experiences and heal.
Groups run in 8 week sessions throughout Halton in the fall, winter and spring.

Details

Location: Oakville

Wednesdays, March 26 – May 14, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.


Bereavement Walking Group

A free walking group for adults grieving the death of a loved one.

Join trained volunteers for fresh air and exercise with others who are grieving. Share your experiences, receive support – or simply just walk with others who understand.

Details

Fall Dates TBD

Adult Child Loss Support Group

It is particularly difficult to lose an adult child.  Join other parents who have experienced this loss to share experiences and heal.

Details

Tuesdays, September 16 – November 4, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

2SLGBTQIA+ Grief Virtual Support Group

Losing a loved one is never easy, and navigating grief as a 2SLGBTQIA+ person can bring unique challenges. This support group provides a safe, affirming space to share your experiences, process emotions, and find comfort among others who understand.

Together, we’ll create a compassionate community where all identities and relationships are honored. Whether you’ve lost a partner, friend, family member, or community member, you don’t have to go through this alone.

Details

Tuesdays, March 25 – May 13, 2025  from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

This program is supported in part through the generosity of our funders and donors, including the

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