Bereaved Families of Ontario - Southwest Region

Today, on International Widows’ Day, we honour and acknowledge the millions of widowed individuals around the world navigating life after the death of a spouse or partner.

Grief can be isolating, but no one should have to carry it alone. We see you, we remember your loved ones, and we stand with you. 💜

Father’s Day can hold many different emotions, and we recognize that this day may feel tender for so many in our community.

No matter what this day looks like for you, please know you are not alone. We are thinking of you today and holding your grief, your love, and your memories with compassion. 💙

Journey Through Grief: Child Loss 💛

The loss of a child changes a person forever. Grief can feel overwhelming, isolating, and impossible to put into words but you do not have to walk through it alone.

Join us on Tuesday, June 30 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for a gentle psychoeducational seminar for parents navigating grief after the loss of a child, adoloescent or adult child. Together, we will explore the impact of loss, coping tools, and ways to move through grief with support, compassion, and understanding.

An optional guided discussion will also provide space for reflection and shared support in a safe and welcoming environment.

📍 St. Joseph’s Hospice of London
💻 Hybrid option available through Microsoft Teams
🗓 Tuesday, June 30 | 10am–12pm

To learn more or register:
📧 [email protected]
📞 519-931-3474

💛 Join us in compassion and community this summer

Navigating Grief is a free, in-person peer support group for adults who have experienced the death of someone important in their life. This group offers a compassionate space to connect with others who understand loss and share experiences at your own pace.

Have questions or would like to register? Please email [email protected] or call 226-448-8123.

🌱 Thank you so much to everyone who joined us on Sunday for our Seed Release and Remembrance Walk!

This year, we were honoured to introduce our new seed-bomb release using native, pollinator-friendly seeds. As these seeds grow and flourish, they will support bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators - creating new life and beauty in our community. In many ways, this feels like a fitting tribute to our loved ones: their impact continues, their memory lives on, and the love we hold for them continues to grow.

See you next year! 💜

🌱✨ Join us for the Bereaved Families of Ontario Seed Release & Remembrance Walk ✨🌱

Honor the memory of your loved one while helping create beauty and hope in our community.

Our commemorative seed bombs are available for purchase! You can order online in advance or purchase them in person at Sunday's Seed Release & Remembrance Walk.

As we walk together in remembrance, we'll have the opportunity to scatter seeds, share memories, and celebrate the lives of those we hold in our hearts. Others may chose to scatter their seeds at home or in another cherished place of remembrance. Each seed bomb represents a lasting tribute, bringing new life and color to the world in memory of someone special.

💚 Order online today
💚 Or purchase your seed bombs in person on Sunday
💚 Join us for a meaningful morning of remembrance, reflection, and community

Together, we remember. Together, we grow.

6 more days!

🦋 Join Bereaved Families of Ontario – Southwest on Sunday, June 7th for a meaningful day of remembrance, connection, and hope. This year, we are introducing a new combined event: Seeds of Remembrance, followed by a community Memorial Walk.

🐝Our new seed-bomb release uses native, pollinator-friendly seeds that support bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators. This living tribute allows families to honour their loved ones in a way that continues to grow and flourish—transforming remembrance into lasting impact.

Following the seed-bomb release, participants are invited to walk together through Springbank Park, sharing in reflection, community, and support.

For more information and to register, please visit the link in our bio, or:
https://bfosw.ca/2026-seeds-of-remembrance-and-memorial-walk-june-7-2026/

Grief comes in many forms, including the loss of a beloved pet 💛

Join us for our Journey Through Grief event, a supportive space to honour and remember the animals who meant so much to us.

On Tuesday, May 26, from 10am-12pm, St. Joseph's Hospice of London will be hosting an event entitled: Journey Through Grief: Pet Loss. This event is designed to support individuals who have lost a beloved pet. This session will also support individuals who have lost a service animal.

This event will also be offered as a hybrid session using Microsoft Teams.

To register, please contact [email protected] or 519-931-3474.

We look forward to seeing you there!

You’re not alone in this.