Pre-Planning
The Importance of Legacy Giving and How to Do It
Legacy giving is a way to help ensure that a person’s memory is honored and their legacy is acknowledged.
May 13, 2021
What to Do Before You Die: A Social Media Checklist
Everybody has a myriad of social, email and digital accounts. But, the questions is, what happens to them when yo...
April 6, 2021
Debts and Death: Does it All Go Poof?
In Canada, while debts cannot be inherited nor transferred upon death, there are a few important things to be awa...
March 22, 2021
Cremation Without Embalming? Yes, it's a Thing.
In this blog, we will discuss four reasons to consider having a cremation without embalming.
March 5, 2021
Cleaning Out Your Emotional Attic Before You Die: Secrets and Reconciliations
Cleaning your emotional closet is the act of reconciling any ...
February 26, 2021
8 Things to Know When Pre-Planning a Cremation Service
At Eirene, we encourage people to put thought and consideration into their end-of-life arrangements and plan for ...
February 24, 2021
Term vs. Whole Life Insurance: Which One is Right for You?
When it comes to life insurance, the two most common types of life insurance are term life insurance and whole (o...
February 20, 2021
What if You Actually Can’t Afford to Die? Tips for Paying Funeral Costs
Funerals can be one of the largest costs that you will face. ...
February 8, 2021
Estate Planning During COVID-19: How Do I Create a Will from Home?
In this article, we’ll answer some common questions about com...
February 3, 2021
What is an Ethical Will and How Do I Write One?
An Ethical Will is a document that you write for your loved ones containing the wisdom you have gathered througho...
January 27, 2021
What to Put in Your “When I Die” File: How To Organize Estate Planning Documents
Avoid confusion at the end of life! Put together a "When I Di...
January 15, 2021
10 Documents You Need for End of Life: Living Wills, DNRs and POAs
Planning end of life arrangements could mean that you have to...
December 18, 2020
Life Insurance 101: What is Life Insurance and Who Needs It?
Too often, life insurance is an afterthought. With many other...
December 17, 2020
What if Your Family Disagrees with Your Decision to be Cremated?
Have you recently decided to choose cremation as your end of ...
December 16, 2020
How End-of-Life Insurance Eases the Burden on Your Family After You’re Gone
Whether it’s having too little insurance and an outdated will...
December 11, 2020
Talking to Your Family About Cremation: How to Share Funeral Wishes with Loved Ones
Have you decided to choose cremation as your end of life arra...
December 1, 2020
Funeral Funds: How to Save Money for Funeral Arrangements
Taking the time to pre-plan and setting up a “funeral fund” can help save you time, money, and give you peace of ...
November 18, 2020
A Guide to Navigating Probate in Ontario: When is Probate Required?
When planning, despite your best efforts and ensuring all leg...
November 3, 2020
Legal Wills 101: What is a Last Will and Testament?
When it comes to planning for end of life, we are often reminded to do these things when we experience a loss or ...
September 22, 2020
Will-Making in Plain English: What is the Legal Process for Creating a Will in Canada?
It's time to get moving. We sat down with We’re here to help ...
July 21, 2020