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Introducing Eirene Online Memorials: A Simple, Free Way to Share Your Most Cherished Memories
Learn abo...
November 9, 2021
Give Your Loved Ones Peace of Mind with Our Funeral Insurance Package
We're excited to announce the launch of our newest product, p...
March 25, 2021
Who Takes Care of Caretakers? The Death Care Industry Needs Support
Ontarians, we need your help! Deathcare workers are not being...
January 25, 2021
Growing to Serve You Better: Eirene Expands Operations Across Ontario
Eirene has expanded our area of operations to help us provide...
January 21, 2021
Funeral Planning
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What is a Visitation or a Viewing? What is the Etiquette Around These Funeral Events?
Learn what a funeral viewing or visitation is. What happens a...
January 21, 2022
Celebrities Who Chose Cremation
Desmond Tutu is not the only celebrity to choose cremation over burial. Here are eight more famous people that ch...
January 20, 2022
What is a Funeral Repast or Repass?
A repast is any gathering of people after a funeral service. Some people called it a reception. Learn more about ...
January 14, 2022
Memorial vs. Funeral: What is the Difference?
When someone dies, you may be invited to attend their funeral or their memorial. Sometimes it is not clear what t...
January 14, 2022
End-of-Life Care
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What is a Health Care Proxy or Surrogate, and Why do I Need One?
A health care proxy or surrogate can make health decisions i...
November 19, 2021
What Does it Mean to Have a Good Death?
In this blog, we ask the question "What does it mean to have a good death?" to several professionals in the end-o...
September 28, 2021
The Hospice Crisis We’re Already In: Twenty Beds for 2.8M Means We Have a Real Problem
The hospice crisis we’re already in— twenty beds for 2.8M fa...
September 7, 2021
What Julie McIntyre Learned About Death During Her Time as a Physician
In this latest instalment, Julie McIntyre walks us through he...
June 10, 2021
Grief and Support
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10 Modern Resources to Help You Through Grief
10 modern resources to help you through grief and managing the feelings that accompany loss.
January 18, 2022
Recognizing the Signs and Stages of Dying with Linda Hochstetler
To obtain a better understanding of the signs and stages of d...
November 30, 2021
Using Your Grief to Define You? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t
After experiencing loss, it is easy to let your grief define you. Here are some reasons why you shouldn't
November 18, 2021
How Will Grief Play a Role in My Dating Life?
This blog discusses how to navigate dating and relationships with grief.
October 25, 2021
Pre-Planning
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Preplanning Your Own Cremation
Preplanning your own cremation can bring peace of mind for you and your family. Here's an in-depth look at end-of...
October 22, 2021
How to Talk to Your Parents About Their Funeral
Talking to your parents about their funeral and end-of-life choices can be hard. Here is how to make the conversa...
October 5, 2021
Why You Should Consider Writing Your Own Eulogy: An Unconventional Approach
Writing our own eulogies is an effective technique for remind...
August 24, 2021
You Could Save a Life (Or Rather Several): What You Need to Know About Organ Donation in Ontario
August 10, 2021