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SUMMARY:The Good Mourning Festival: Together in Grief
DESCRIPTION:Evergreen’s first ever Good Mourning Festival will take place over two days – November 4 and 5. Day 1 is a NEW event at the Brick Works titled Together in Grief and Day 2 is our annual Day of the Dead Celebration. BFO-Toronto is collaborating with Evergreen Brick Works for Day 1: Together in Grief and will offer one on one support conversations with event attendees. If you are interested in being a Volunteer Facilitator for the event please fill out the following form: Click Here. \nDay 1: Together in Grief \nOn November 4\, together\, we will demonstrate the role of public space in public grief. We invite our visitors to explore the universal themes of grief and death with open hearts and open minds. The day offers a warm embrace\, featuring interactive installations that invite you to engage\, workshops that encourage meaningful conversations and art pieces that celebrate the human experience. \nCome and be part of this inviting space where you can connect with others\, share your stories and find comfort in the shared journey of life and loss. We extend a heartfelt invitation to all\, as we come together to explore these profound aspects of our existence in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere\, fostering understanding and connection.
URL:https://bfotoronto.ca/event/the-good-mourning-festival-together-in-grief/
LOCATION:Evergreen Brick Works\, 550 Bayview Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4W 3X8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Highlighting Work Done to Overcome Challenges Presented by the Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:On November 10th at 2:00 p.m.\, MPP Kristyn Wong-Tam will be at 355 Church Street\, Toronto in the CityWide Commons Space. Family Services-Toronto created the Citywide Commons that provides office space to many non-profits\, including Bereaved Families of Ontario-Toronto. These non-profits provide Counselling support\, Settlement Services\, Mental Health Support\, HIV & AIDS Support Services\, Seniors Support Services\, Grief Support Services\, Family Support Services and Community Development. BFO-T offers grief support to Torontonians who have experienced life-changing loss after the death of a loved one through peer volunteer-led services\, professionally designed and supported. MPP Kristyn Wong-Tam and Ontario Trillium Foundation volunteer\, will attend the event to mark the work done by BFO-T as a result of receiving a grant from the Foundation.  \nSarah Garcia-Heller\, Executive Director of BFO-T\, will be talking about our program and its expected impact on the community. \nClick Here to RSVP. \nFor more information\, please contact: \nAshley Mathew BFO-Toronto\, ashley@bfotoronto.ca 
URL:https://bfotoronto.ca/event/highlighting-work-done-to-overcome-challenges-presented-by-the-pandemic/
LOCATION:BFO-Toronto\, 202-355 Church St.\, Toronto\, ON\, M5B0B2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Coping With the Holidays: Drop-In Support Group (November 29th)
DESCRIPTION:Grief can feel even more overwhelming during the winter holidays and with reduced amounts of sunlight. To provide a safe and supportive space for individuals navigating the complexities of grief during the holiday season\, we invite you to join our online “Coping with the Holidays Drop-In Support Group.” \nDate: November 29th \nTime: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nFacilitator: Margot Marcus \nRegister Here: https://forms.gle/jWHJhQoWU3NiQFP19 \nThis drop-in support group is open to all who are struggling with grief\, regardless of where you are in your healing process. We aim to create an atmosphere of compassion\, understanding\, and connection\, so you can better cope with the unique challenges that winter months and holiday seasons can present. \nPlease mark your calendar for November 29th\, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM\, and join us for this online event. You don’t have to face your grief alone—we’re here to support you. \nFor more information or if you have any questions\, please contact communications@bfotoronto.ca. \nWe look forward to sharing this evening with you as we navigate the holiday season together.
URL:https://bfotoronto.ca/event/coping-with-the-holidays-drop-in-support-group/
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