MacKinnon Family Funeral Home

04/24/2026

Did you know that more than 4100 Canadians are currently waiting on a lifesaving organ transplant. Register your decision to become an organ and tissue donor today

More than 4000 Canadians await a lifesaving organ transplant. Each year hundreds of Canadians die waiting. 90 per cent of Canadians say they support organ donation, yet only 32 per cent have registered their decision.

04/03/2026

03/03/2026

Spring is finally just around the corner. As rivers are melting and the air gets warmer, we are reminded that grief is like water. It is ever flowing, continuing to change shape and carry us forward.

Winter can leave us feeling frozen in place, but the turn of the season brings sunlight, softness and new beginnings🌿🌷☀️

02/11/2026

Acton's local funeral home for over 88 years, Mackinnon Family Funeral Home has proudly served the families of Acton and surrounding communities. We are locally rooted, community focused, and committed to supporting our neighbours - not just in times of loss, but through education and preparation.

We invite you to a Complimentary Educational event designed to help you and your loved ones plan with clarity and peace of mind.
📆 Thursday, March 26, 2026
🕖 7:00pm - 8:30pm
📍Royal Canadian Legion 197 - Acton

As your locally rooted funeral home, we're here to provide trusted guidance close to home.
This information session will be led by an expert speaker and is open to the community.
To register please call 519-853-0350 or email mackinnonfamilyfuneralhome@dignitymemorial.com

02/06/2026

We are ready for Red Nose Day. Hoping to make you smile, and shake off the February Blahs!

02/02/2026

February is Heart Month. A time to raise awareness about heart health and stroke prevention. Small steps can make a big difference for you and your loved ones.
We invite you to visit the Heart & Stroke Foundation to learn more and support their life saving work.

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Did you know that only half of Canadians know their own risk factors for heart disease and stroke? Understanding your risk factors is the first step in managing your heart and brain health.⁠
❤️ This , join us to learn more about these risk factors, and find ways to adopt healthy lifestyle behaviours to prevent heart disease and stroke: https://bit.ly/4rpr4sF.

12/31/2025

Happy New Year from all of us at Mackinnon Family Funeral Home🎉 As we step into a new year, we want to thank our community for your continued support. From our entire staff, we wish you peace, comfort and good health in the year ahead.
We look forward to continuing to serve and support our community in the coming year.

12/30/2025

Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things many of us will ever face. Dealing with death is difficult, and grief can sometimes be overwhelming. Each person grieves in his or her unique way, and determining the best way to show your support to someone who is grieving can be tough. What’s the best way to convey your sincere sympathy? How can you show you care in a meaningful, appropriate and comforting way?

There are all kinds of ways to show that you care. Sympathy cards, condolence messages, flowers or plants, food and small gifts are a few ways to express support. Attending a funeral or memorial service to offer condolences in person is another meaningful action.

Whether flowers or kind words, your support will help a grieving loved one. Visit the Dignity Memorial website to learn about supporting grieving friends or family.

12/16/2025

Honoring memories of someone who is no longer with us. You are invited to take a complimentary dove from our Memorial Christmas Tree and write a special message

The Dove Tree will be available at
Mackinnon Family Funeral Home
55 Mill St. E., Acton
Drop in Weekdays from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
December 1, to December 23,
Evenings and weekends by appointment
(call 519-853-0350)