Grief Support & Resources
Finding the support that is right for you matters.
The Good Grief Companion is one source of grief education and support, but it does not need to be the only one. There are many organizations, programs, and resources available to support people who are grieving, those walking alongside them, and families and communities navigating loss.
This page brings together a selection of trusted resources from Manitoba, across Canada, and beyond. Whether you are looking for grief education, specialized support, resources for children and youth, or simply another place to turn, I hope something here helps you find your next step.
A small note:
The organizations and resources listed below are independent of The Good Grief Companion. Their inclusion is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute an endorsement of every service or resource they may offer.
Manitoba & Local Grief Support
Palliative Manitoba offers free grief and bereavement support throughout the province, including telephone support, online groups, grief education, youth bereavement support, and additional resources.
Helpful for: Adults and families looking for bereavement support, grief education, or connection with other Manitoba resources.
Crossings Funeral Care in Steinbach offers grief resources and hosts GriefShare, a faith-based support program for people grieving the death of someone important to them.
Helpful for: People in Southeast Manitoba looking for local grief resources or a Christian faith-based grief support group.
Canada-Wide Grief Resources
Canadian Virtual Hospice provides free online information and support related to serious illness, dying, grief, and loss, including educational resources, discussion forums, and access to professional guidance.
Helpful for: People who are grieving, caregivers, families, and those supporting someone through illness, dying, or loss.
MyGrief.ca, created by Canadian Virtual Hospice, offers free, self-directed resources to help people understand and navigate grief across many different experiences of loss.
Helpful for: Adults who are grieving and would like private, self-paced grief education and support.
KidsGrief.ca offers free resources to help parents, caregivers, and educators support children and youth through serious illness, dying, death, and grief.
Helpful for: Adults looking for guidance on talking with and supporting grieving children and teens.
Children & Youth
YouthGrief.ca offers grief resources created with and for young people, providing information and support that speaks directly to the experiences of grieving youth.
Helpful for: Teens and young adults looking for grief information, shared experiences, and support created with young people in mind.