The Children's Grief Foundation of Canada

06/18/2026

Father’s Day on social media can feel impossible when you’re grieving. The photos, the captions, the “best dad” posts… it’s a lot, and you’re allowed to step back from it.

This carousel is a gentle guide for getting through today, whether that means logging off for a while or sharing your own memory of him. There’s no right way to grieve out loud (or quietly).

However you spend today, scrolling, offline, with people, alone, it’s valid. 💛

If you’re struggling today, you don’t have to carry it by yourself. Reach out to someone you trust, or a grief support line if you need it.

Kids Help Phone line: Text CONNECT to 686868 📱

06/17/2026

“Without proper support, [grieving] children may face mental health challenges and struggle to cope with loss later in life," said Christina Walton, President of The Children's Grief Foundation of Canada. "This generous donation will help more children access the support they need throughout their grief journey. Every donation offers hope, and we are deeply grateful to Serenia Life Financial and its employees for supporting young people during some of the hardest moments of their lives.” Read full press release: https://na3.hubs.ly/y0w45G0

06/16/2026

The Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada is pleased to introduce Nadia Hansen as the newest member of the CGF team! 💕

Nadia Hansen is the Administrative Assistant for the Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada, where she provides administrative support to the Board of Directors and helps advance the organization’s mission. In this role, she supports the end-to-end grant process, maintains electronic filing systems, and prepares a wide range of materials, including meeting minutes, spreadsheets, and social media content. Nadia plays an important role in ensuring the foundation’s work and impact are communicated effectively to communities across Canada.

Outside of her work with the foundation, Nadia is a public service professional with a passion for civic engagement and community development. Throughout her career, she has supported community initiatives, stakeholder engagement, event planning, and organizational operations, helping connect residents with resources and opportunities that strengthen local communities. She is committed to building meaningful partnerships, fostering community connections, and creating positive change through service.

All members of the Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada are made up of dedicated and passionate individuals striving to continue the mission of the Children’s Grief Foundation — ensuring that no child has to face grief alone.

We are excited to have Nadia part of the Team 🎊

06/11/2026

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible team at Serenia Life Financial 🫶

This week, our President Christina Walton and Chair Lynn Felker had the honour of meeting with Angela Ricci, Kathleen O’Hagan, Lyndsey Ehgoetz, and the Serenia Life Financial team in Waterloo to receive the proceeds from their Spring fundraising drive.

For three years, Serenia Life Financial has stood alongside grieving kids across Canada — and this year, their team went above and beyond. Throughout May, employees raised funds through team competitions, raffles, silent auctions, multicultural lunches, flower and treat sales, a mini car wash, and so much more. 💛

And their generosity didn’t stop there. They also donated more than 30 children’s books to help kids navigate healing after the loss of a loved one. 📚

To everyone at Serenia Life Financial, thank you for giving grieving children healing and hope. Your kindness means the world. 🌟

06/03/2026

Thank you Serenia Life Financial for your support for the last 3 years, to help grieving children across Canada!

We are so excited to have completed another very successful Head Office Fundraiser in support of The Children's Grief Foundation of Canada. Over the past three years, we are proud to have raised $13,675 for this deserving organization. And we are truly so grateful to all of our generous Serenia Life employees who participated in some way — whether they competed, donated, or simply cheered us on from the sidelines! And a very special mention to for their very generous donation.🩵

05/08/2026

For National Child and Youth Mental Health Day, we invite you read this article* to gain a better understanding of how children grieve a loss and how best to support them: https://na3.hubs.ly/y0ssT70

*written by The Children's Grief Foundation of Canada, the recipient of our Spring Head Office Fundraiser: https://na3.hubs.ly/y0ssS70)

05/06/2026

As Mother’s Day approaches in North America 💐, let’s remember that many children are grieving the loss of a mother figure, a mom, aunt, grandma, or close family friend. This time of year can be especially hard, and it’s so important that we show up with support and understanding 💙

Teachers, a gentle reminder that not all students may feel comfortable participating in Mother’s Day activities. Offering alternative options or the ability to opt out can make a meaningful difference.

For grieving children and teens, here are a few ways to honour their loved one on Mother’s Day ✨

05/04/2026

Jim Panoff from Dodsworth & Brown Funeral Home - Ancaster Chapel gets it.

As a funeral director, he sees the reality families face every day, and he’s chosen to take action by supporting the Children’s Grief Foundation of Canada. Because no child should have to navigate grief alone.

Jim, thank you for showing what real community leadership looks like. We’re so grateful to have you in our corner.

If you’re in the funeral service community, take a page from Jim’s book. Help us make sure every child has the support they deserve.

https://childrensgrieffoundation.org/ways-to-give/donate/

Arbor Memorial Inc.

05/01/2026

We are so grateful to Serenia Life Financial for choosing to support us once again. Your continued partnership means so much and helps us keep providing meaningful support to children and families navigating grief.

Thank you for your generosity, your trust, and your commitment to making a difference in our community. We truly couldn’t do this work without supporters like you. 💛

We are SO excited to begin our month-long Spring Head Office Fundraiser in support of The Children's Grief Foundation of Canada for the third year in a row! This non-profit organization helps fund a number of registered charities across Canada who, in turn, provide much-needed support to grieving children. If you would like to donate towards our fundraising efforts for children who have experienced loss, we would be so very grateful: https://hubs.ly/Q04dz38M0

04/29/2026

After two incredible years on the CGFC Board, we’re sending a heartfelt thank you to Claire Nicholson as she steps down from her role as a board member. 💛

Claire has made such a meaningful impact, from lending her digital expertise during our website updates to supporting fundraising efforts, reviewing grants, and always jumping in to help with ad hoc initiatives. She has been a constant, thoughtful contributor across so many areas of our work.

She’s also just been an absolute pleasure to work with, and we’re so grateful for the time, care, and energy she’s given to CGFC.

While we’ll miss her on the Board, we’re so happy to welcome Claire as a continued champion of our mission. Wishing her all the very best in what’s ahead 💫