When you lose someone you love, grief can affect every area of your life — emotionally, financially, physically, and spiritually. During such a difficult time, many families do not know what support is available.
This resource page was created to help grieving families find information, assistance, and services that may help them during their journey.
The Government of Canada offers financial support through the Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime, helping eligible parents take time away from work to cope with the loss or disappearance of their child.
Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime, income support during time away from work.
Families don’t apply through the government directly. Applications go through an approved service provider.
When you are grieving, caring for other children can become overwhelming. The emotional weight of loss can affect your ability to manage daily responsibilities.
Making these decisions while grieving is hard. Your mind is processing a great deal, and it can be difficult to remember every detail.
Every cemetery has different rules. Asking early can help prevent unexpected surprises later.
Grieving the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. You do not have to carry this journey alone.
Victim Services may be able to connect families with grief counselling and emotional support following a traumatic loss.
If you need counselling after community sessions end, many workplace benefit plans cover:
Unsure if you’re covered? Contact your HR department or benefits provider. Your grief counsellor can also help with submitting claims.
