Grief & Loss Resources
Support, care, and tools to help you navigate grief at your own pace.
On our Grief and Loss page, you will find a list of resources and toolkits designed to support you during difficult times. These resources include support groups, and community programs that can help you navigate the challenges of grief and loss. Whether you're seeking emotional support or practical assistance, we have compiled these resources to provide guidance and comfort. Please take a moment to explore the options available, and know that help is here for you.
The Grief and Loss Project
The Grief and Loss project, funded by the City of Toronto’s Shelter, Support and Housing Administration (SSHA), aims to enhance the shelter system's ability to effectively address grief and loss in the workplace through improved practices, resources, and training.
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Breakaway GLoW Initiative: Grief, Loss and Wellness
Founded in January 2021, GLoW Initiative offers supports to frontline workers, community-facing management and coordinators, and community supporters who have been impacted by the trauma and overwhelming loss of the overdose crisis. 1-1 and group support is delivered by community members and practitioners, and is free of charge.
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CMHA Grief Support Program
This free drop-in grief program by Canadian Mental Health Association offers a compassionate and supportive space for individuals experiencing grief and loss in all its forms. Through gentle education and open group discussion, participants can better understand their grief, connect with others, and feel less alone in their healing journey. The program is welcoming, judgment-free, and designed to support people at their own pace, with no pressure to share.
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CAMH Mental Health Resources
CAMH offers mental health resources related to stress, grief, burnout, trauma, and healing that can support frontline shelter workers navigating emotionally demanding environments.
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Bereaved Families of Ontario (BFO)
BFO Toronto's FREE one-to-one sessions and peer support groups are based on a Peer Support Model where people with similar grief experiences can come together to share, reflect, grow, support and inspire.
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Circle of Care: Bereavement Support
While grief is deeply personal, the journey can feel more manageable—and even meaningful—when shared with others who understand. Circle of Care's support groups run for 6–8 weekly sessions, each lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. The groups offer support in a safe, nurturing environment where participants can share their experiences of loss, learn about the grieving process, and develop practical coping strategies. Over time, the program helps participants begin to integrate their loss and move forward in a way that feels right for them.
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