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02/02/2026

Heart and Stroke Month
Let’s Beat Heart and Stroke Disease Together

Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada. Government of Canada statistics show that, of adults over the age of 20, one in twelve have heart disease… and one person dies from heart disease every hour.

Established in 1952, the Heart and Stroke Foundation has been instrumental in the fight against heart and stroke disease in many ways over the years. Initiatives include funding research that supports breakthrough surgery techniques and medicines that prolong life, education on healthy living to reduce risks, instruction on CPR techniques and increased access to mobile automated external defibrillators that help save lives, and public awareness campaigns to recognize the signs and symptoms of stokes.

The death rate from heart and stoke disease has been lowered significantly in the last 50 years, and many advancements have originated from the efforts of the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

This is Heart and Stroke Month. The annual campaign is now underway. Your donation does make a difference.

For more information, please visit: https://www.heartandstroke.ca/

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The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada is a source of information about stroke, heart disease, surgeries and treatments. It also provides heart-healthy recipes, nutrition and physical activity tips to help prevent these diseases. The Heart and Stroke Foundation, a volunteer-based health charity,....

01/30/2026

Popular Culture and Movies about Dying
Bucket List

In the 2007 movie, Bucket List, Jack Nicholson coins the phrase: “We live, we die and the wheels on the bus go round and round.” A life well lived includes experiencing close relations with others, achieving personal goals and living special moments. A bucket list puts in writing our life wishes. If it’s on a list, it’s more likely to get done. Do you have a bucket list already? What are some of the things you’ve done? For those of you who haven’t made a list yet, here are some suggestions.

• Travel, to an exotic faraway place. If you can, experience it as a local, not a tourist.
• Achieve your ideal weight. Realize the feeling of contentment that comes with attaining this milestone.
• Take up a new activity. Stick with it. Become good at it.
• Go horseback riding.
• Let someone know how much they mean to you.
• Learn wine appreciation.
• Befriend a stranger.
• Dance barefoot in the rain.
• Make a difference in someone’s life.

Movie Quote: “You know, the ancient Egyptians had a beautiful belief about death. When their souls got to the entrance to heaven, the guards asked two questions. Their answers determined whether they were able to enter or not. ‘Have you found joy in your life?’ 'Has your life brought joy to others?’”

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01/28/2026

View Anne Maria LeBlanc's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

01/26/2026

Learn what You Need to Know

For any decision we face, making sure we are properly informed produces the best outcome for us. By talking with a professional, someone who has expertise in an area, we are able to ask questions and vet any concerns we may have. As we all know, when faced with choices, everyone always tries to make the best possible decision based on the information available to them.

What do we need to know about funeral planning?

New technologies are being introduced into funeral services regularly. Many products and services have been recently developed to meet the evolving needs of today’s families. Online obituaries and condolences facilitate communications and bridge the gap to those wishing to offer condolences who are unable to attend a service. New technologies also include memorial tributes which capture special memories that are shared at funerals.

The decision by some to choose cremation creates many more options for families and individuals. Both standardized and customized memorial services are being selected by many families.

Religious practices have changed for some. There are a number of alternatives for families depending on their religious affiliation.

Unique, individual, custom services are becoming more commonplace. Planning a personal or unique tribute by creating a service that reflects the life of the deceased and highlights special moments from their life is encouraged.

We’re here to help. Learn what you need to know. Please call if you wish information on options for funeral planning.

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01/23/2026

Being Empathetic

While sympathy is feeling compassion or sorrow for the hardships of someone, empathy is a bit more. Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. It is taking off one’s own shoes, distancing oneself from personal attitudes, values and beliefs and then stepping into the shoes of another.

This is more difficult than it may seem.

It starts with listening carefully to their words to gain understanding. It is important to avoid prejudicing this process with one’s own opinions. Confirming their perspective to ensure you are able to appreciate their point of view is the goal. Ask what would the other person do?

Below is a detailed article which you may wish to consult if you wish to hone these skills to help a friend in need.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/what-would-aristotle-do/201505/how-be-empathetic

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01/21/2026

Saying, “I’m sorry for your loss” is a bit like saying, “Have a nice day,” to the cashier at the convenience store.

01/20/2026

View Alyre Gerald Comeau's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

01/15/2026

01/14/2026

View Rosemarie Huber's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

01/13/2026

Staying Informed
Online Obituaries

Rising costs associated with placing a death notice or an obituary in a newspaper have resulted in some families deciding to place abbreviated notices. Newspaper readership has declined in recent years with increasing numbers seeking information and receiving news online. How does this affect sharing obituary information?

As individuals many of us go online to find information because of the timeliness and convenience offered. Funeral homes have offered online notifications to their families for many years now and continue to adapt. Subscription forms are available where anyone wishing to be kept informed can be added to an email notification list. Similarly, by following funeral homes social media pages, you can be kept up to date with the service details and obituary notices of individuals.

It’s all about staying informed. As print media is read less and less, how do we make sure we know about the passing of a close friend or loved one? What can we do to ensure we have access to timely communications?

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01/08/2026

View Cecile Marie Comeau's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.