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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Kintsugi Bowl Workshop
An experiential workshop to explore grief and bereavement. Kintsugi is a Japanese art form and philosophy in which broken pottery is repaired and the seams re- painted with gold dust. The Kintsugi Bowl acts as a vessel for our grief. It is an opportunity to acknowledge our pain, and examine our lives forever changed through death, loss and trauma. Join us for this transformative group experience in which we reconnect with the parts of ourselves once broken.
Refreshments will be provided, but please bring your own lunch.
Details
Date: Tuesday, October 21
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: Oakville
Drop-in Support Groups
Our drop-in groups require registration, but you aren’t expected to attend every session. Registration is open and you can join any time.
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, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m.
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
Dates: Mondays Biweekly starting September 8, 2025
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 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
Closed Support Groups
Closed support groups are typically 8 weeks in length. Registration is required and we ask that you attend all the sessions.
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
Spousal / Partner Loss Support Group
The death of a spouse or partner can leave you feeling isolated and overwhelmed. This eight-week, in-person group provides a supportive environment to connect with others who are also grieving. Together, we’ll explore the journey of loss, share experiences, and find strength in community.
Details
Location: Oakville
Dates: Wednesdays, October 15 – December 3, 2025
Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
Young Spouse/Partner Loss Virtual Support Group
The loss of a husband, wife, or partner can be devastating at any age, but for younger adults it often carries unique challenges like navigating careers, parenting, financial strain, and the unexpected reality of grieving while peers may not understand.
This group provides a supportive space to share experiences, connect with others who “get it,” and begin the journey toward healing. Space is limited.
Details
Location: Virtual
Dates: Thursdays, October 9 – November 27, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Supporting the Loss of a Parent or Guardian
Grieving the death of a parent or guardian can be an overwhelming and deeply personal journey. This eight-week support group offers a safe, supportive space to connect with others who understand. Together, we’ll share, listen, and heal—one week at a time.
Details
Location: Virtual
Dates: Tuesdays, October 14 – December 2, 2025
Time: 6:30 .m. – 8 p.m.
2SLGBTQIA+ Grief Virtual Support Group
The death of 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
This program is supported in part through the generosity of our funders and donors, including the
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