Walking a Gentle Path of Grief: A Bereavement Walking Group for Parents, Carers, and Grandparents

You don’t have to walk alone. Join with other Canuck Place bereaved parents, carers, or grandparents walking at a relaxed pace with the facilitation of a Canuck Place Bereavement Volunteer. Participants may explore their grief through the movement of walking, being outdoors in nature and with other grievers in this supported group experience. Whether you feel like talking or simply walking in silence, you are welcome here.

Each session will open and close with participants gathering in a circle. In between, participants will head out on an approximately hour-long walk. Everyone is welcome to join us for coffee, tea and snacks afterwards

Please note: These support groups are intended for families receiving Canuck Place bereavement care up to three years after the loss of a child and who are at least 3-4 months bereaved.

When: June 26, July 17, Aug 14 at 9:30 AM

Who: Parents, caregivers, and grandparents

Where: Walks will begin and end at our Hospice in Abbotsford (Dave Lede House) and continue around Mill Lake Park.

Child minding with a volunteer at the hospice may be available if you let us know when you register. Feel free to bring littles in strollers or in a pack.

A pre-group intake conversation with a counsellor is required to discuss your needs, answer any questions you may have, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time.

Complete ­the form below to express interest in our Walking a Gentle Path of Grief—a bereavement walking group for parents, carers, or grandparents

Please express interest even if the days and times may not work for you.

We will do our best to find times that work for most families. You are welcome to join the full series, or just the sessions that fit your schedule. You can sign up anytime between now and August 8th, 2025. Please note that if we don’t have enough signups, we will cancel the Friday before.

If you have any questions about any our bereavement offerings, please feel welcome to reach out directly to [email protected] for support on finding offerings that are best suited to you and your family.
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