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MPG has a legacy of providing compassionate care and choice in end-of-life planning across the GTA for over 200 years.

MPG has a legacy of providing compassionate care and choice in end-of-life planning across the GTA for close to 200 years.

02/28/2026

Whether you’re listening for the first time or returning for another episode, Sorry for Your Loss: A Podcast for the Living is ready to stream on your favourite platform. This 10-episode series creates space for open, compassionate conversations about death, grief and care, sharing perspectives that inform, comfort and connect, no matter where you are on your journey.

Tune in here: https://lnkfi.re/sorryforyourloss

02/26/2026

From Toronto’s Beverley Street to an historic moment on the Ontario bench, George Ethelbert Carter helped open doors for future generations. The son of Barbadian immigrants, Carter became Canada’s first Canadian‑born Black judge in 1980, dedicating his career to justice, service and community leadership.

Discover his story this Black History Month on Mount Pleasant Group’s 200 Stories microsite: https://mpg200.ca/news/george-ethelbert-carter-trailblazer-law-and-civil-rights

MPG presents its 200 Stories Project to commemorate its 200th anniversary in 2026 and invites the public to journey through 200 stories at mpg200.ca

02/25/2026

2026 marks Mount Pleasant Group’s 200th anniversary. To honour this remarkable milestone, we’ve unveiled a special anniversary logo designed to reflect who we are, rooted in history, guided by care and always looking ahead. We were proud to collaborate with a talented student from George Brown Polytechnic, whose creativity and thoughtfulness helped bring this logo to life. It’s a symbol of our legacy and our future.

02/24/2026

Did you know our first cemetery was called Potter’s Field and it changed everything? In 1826, when only Anglicans and Roman Catholics could be buried in “authorized” cemeteries, Potter’s Field opened to offer all families a dignified resting place, regardless of faith.

The name comes from the Bible, referring to land where clay for pottery was sourced. Once the clay was removed, the land, stripped and full of trenches, was unsuitable for farming but ideal for burials. Located in Yorkville near Yonge and Bloor, it marked a turning point for inclusion in Toronto.

As we mark 200 years, we’re sharing the stories that shaped who we are today. Discover more at mpg200.ca.

02/23/2026

From enslavement in Virginia to a lasting legacy in Toronto, Henry “Box” Brown transformed unimaginable hardship into courage, creativity and resistance. After escaping slavery in 1849 by shipping himself in a wooden crate to freedom, Brown became a powerful abolitionist voice using storytelling and performance to keep the realities of bo***ge in public view.

After decades abroad, he settled in Toronto’s Corktown neighbourhood, continuing to educate and inspire through his work. His final resting place at Toronto Necropolis reminds us that resilience and ingenuity have long shaped Toronto’s Black history. Discover his story this Black History Month on Mount Pleasant Group’s 200 Stories microsite: https://mpg200.ca/news/henry-box-brown-enslavement-powerful-toronto-legacy

MPG presents its 200 Stories Project to commemorate its 200th anniversary in 2026 and invites the public to journey through 200 stories at mpg200.ca

02/21/2026

Did you know that the Toronto General Burying Grounds Rules & Regulations Handbook banned smoking in cemeteries in 1905? The rules also prohibited dogs in cemeteries, any vehicles from moving faster than a walk and also required that children under 12 be accompanied by an adult.

As we mark 200 years, we’re uncovering the surprising details that shaped these places and the city around them. Explore more at mpg200.ca.

Which rule surprises you most? Let us know in the comments.

02/19/2026

From the battlefields of the First World War to a life of extraordinary resilience, Ethelbert “Curley” Christian survived against all odds. After being buried under rubble at Vimy Ridge in 1917 and losing all four limbs to gangrene, he rebuilt his life in Toronto, learning to walk with prosthetics and live independently.

Christian became a powerful symbol of courage, inspiring fellow amputees and helping shape lasting support for disabled veterans through the advocacy of his wife, Cleopatra “Cleo” MacPherson, which led to Canada’s Attendance Allowance.

Discover his story this Black History Month on Mount Pleasant Group’s 200 Stories microsite: https://mpg200.ca/news/ethelbert-curley-christian-life-courage-and-legacy

MPG presents its 200 Stories Project to commemorate its 200th anniversary in 2026 and invites the public to journey through 200 stories at mpg200.ca.

02/18/2026

Some of our Mount Pleasant Group head office team members have gotten into the Olympic spirit, cheering on Team Canada as the world’s best compete in Milano Cortina. Moments like these remind us how sport brings people together across borders and time zones.

Did you know that several prominent athletes and Olympians are laid to rest at our cemeteries? Their stories are part of Canada’s rich sporting legacy and part of our shared history. As we mark our 200th anniversary, we invite you to explore these remarkable lives through our 200 Stories project at mpg200.ca.

Wishing all Canadian athletes strength, focus and success on the world stage.

02/17/2026

From slavery in Baltimore to freedom in Toronto, Mary Louisa Pipkin was a courageous freedom seeker who helped shape the city’s Black community in the 19th century. After escaping via the Underground Railroad in 1853, she built a new life in Toronto, later working at Spadina House, where her legacy is now honoured through the Dis/Mantle exhibit.

Her final resting place at Toronto Necropolis reminds us that Toronto’s history is inseparable from the struggles and strength of those who fought for dignity and justice. Discover her story this Black History Month on Mount Pleasant Group’s 200 Stories microsite: https://mpg200.ca/news/mary-louisa-pipkin-freedom-seeker-and-toronto-trailblazer

MPG presents its 200 Stories Project to commemorate its 200th anniversary in 2026 and invites the public to journey through 200 stories at mpg200.ca

Photo by Maksim Sokolov (Maxergon) - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0

02/16/2026

On Family Day, we recognize that family can take many forms: those gathered close, those connected in memory and those we carry with us in quieter ways. For some, today is a time of togetherness. For others, it may be a reminder of someone deeply missed.

Wherever you find yourself, we honour the bonds that shape our lives and the love that lives on beyond time and distance. From all of us at Mount Pleasant Group, we’re holding space for reflection, remembrance and connection – today and always.

02/14/2026

If you missed it or want to revisit, Sorry for Your Loss: A Podcast for the Living is available to listen now on your favourite streaming platform. The 10-episode series brings thoughtful, honest conversations about life, loss and care into the open, offering comfort, insight and connection for anyone navigating grief or simply curious about the realities of death.

Listen now: https://lnkfi.re/sorryforyourloss

02/13/2026

Public advisory: Due to a large rally along Yonge Street on February 14, all vehicular gates at York Cemetery & Funeral Centre will be closed for the day. Guards will be in place to support clients with appointments and services, along with guests visiting loved ones will be allowed to enter. Pedestrian gates will remain open.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Questions? Please feel free to contact our team directly.

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700 – 2235 Sheppard Avenue East
Toronto, ON
M2J5B5

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+14166967866

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http://www.mountpleasantgroup.com/

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For nearly 200 years, the Mount Pleasant Group (MPG) has been offering services in Toronto, welcoming the traditions of different cultures and religions. Today, MPG operates 10 cemeteries, nine funeral centres and four cremation centres across the Greater Toronto Area.

MPG is committed to providing communities with choice to help make clients feel welcome. With a variety of services including Ground Burial, Cremation, Natural Burial and Funeral services, we strive to bring some comfort to an otherwise difficult experience by offering care, compassion and choice.