Here are four ways that you can support grieving individuals and families in our community:
- Tonight, enjoy a night out from 5 to 8 p.m. at Boston Pizza — served by volunteers and staff of Bereaved Families of Ontario - York Region — and know that 10 per cent of all food sales will go to the non-profit organization. You can also buy a ticket for the 50/50 draw for a chance to win some cash. Boston Pizza is at 18199 Yonge St. RSVP to [email protected] or 905-898-6265.
- On Thursday, Nov. 15, shop at the Charmed by Charity event at Alex and Ani at Upper Canada Mall from 6 to 9 p.m., with 15 per cent of all sales going to Bereaved Families of York Region. Just in time for the holidays, you can buy a gift and give back to your community.
- To Dec. 30, when you purchase a Paint Nite event online, $15 goes to Bereaved Families. Paint Nite offers live painting events accompanied by wine or cocktails in local bars and restaurants. You can give the gift of a night out to your family, friends, teachers or just yourself. To support Bereaved Families, be sure to use the code BFOYR when booking here.
- On Wednesday, Dec. 5, join the Annual Memory Tree of Light Remembrance Service, a beautiful tribute to our loved ones who will be missed during the holiday season, held at Pickering College at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served following the ceremony. For more details about this special occasion and time of reflection, visit here.
Bereaved Families of Ontario - York Region is a non-profit organization providing bereavement support services by trained volunteers and staff to individuals and families grieving the death of a loved one. Its programs and services are offered at no cost, ensuring that everyone has access to caring, compassionate support. Visit bfo-yorkregion.com
