Oakview Funeral Home

05/09/2026

Did you know there are dozens of decisions to make when planning a funeral or memorial?

Planning ahead lets you make intentional choices about your own arrangements now, so your loved ones don’t have to when you’re gone.

From personal wishes to practical details, the 87 Decisions Guide can help you understand the many choices involved and choose what is right for you.

Request the free 87 Decisions Guide here: https://bit.ly/4e9Pyk9

05/06/2026

National Hospice Palliative Care Week is a time to recognize the compassion and dedication of those who support individuals and families during life’s most tender moments.

We’re honoured to stand alongside hospice and palliative care teams, helping families find comfort, plan ahead, and navigate grief with care and understanding.

To those striving to provide quality hospice palliative care across the country, we celebrate you.

05/01/2026

Cremation is an intentional choice for many families, but it’s natural to have questions along the way. From helping you understand the process to clarifying your pre-planning options, having reliable information can help you feel more confident and informed.

Our Cremation FAQs resource offers clear, straightforward answers to help guide you towards a meaningful choice that feels right for you.

Learn more and explore the FAQs here: https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/resources/ebooks-guides-and-more/cremation-faqs.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic

04/29/2026

Have you thought about what you want to pass down beyond finances?

Legacy planning isn’t just about money or assets. It’s about sharing the knowledge, values, and financial wisdom that can help your family make confident decisions long after you’re gone.

Explore practical ways to share financial wisdom with your loved ones and build a legacy that truly lasts: https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/resources/blog/legacy-planning-how-to-pass-down-financial-wisdom-to-your-family.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic

04/28/2026

Today marks the National Day of Mourning, a time to pause and honour the lives lost, or forever changed, by workplace tragedy.

It is also a moment to reflect on our shared responsibility to care for one another, and to remain committed to safer, healthier workplaces for all.

Today, we honour every life, recognize the families and coworkers who continue to grieve, and stand together in compassion and remembrance.

🖤 We remember. We honour. We remain committed.

04/24/2026

Our obituary listings offer a meaningful space to pay tribute to those we've loved and lost. Whether you’re seeking information or taking time to remember, you can explore these listings at your own pace and get in touch with us if you need additional information or support.

Visit our Obituaries page to view the most recent notices.

https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/obituaries.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic

04/22/2026

In moments of grief, it can be hard to remind ourselves of a brighter time than where we stand right now.

This is a gentle reminder to embrace gratitude as a form of remembrance. Let's be grateful that our lives were touched by the people we are mourning, the love they gave, the memories they left behind, and the impact they will always have on us.

04/21/2026

A glass-front niche offers a personal and meaningful way to remember a loved one after cremation. Thoughtfully chosen items such as photos or small mementos can reflect their passions and preserve cherished memories. This intimate space allows families to visit, remember, and celebrate a life well lived.

04/17/2026

Every family has a story, and every farewell carries meaning.

At Arbor Memorial, we support families in honouring their loved ones through faith‑based traditions, cultural customs, or personal choices, creating spaces where remembrance feels respectful and authentic.

04/16/2026

National Advance Care Planning Day is a good reminder to take a moment and think about what matters most to you.

Advance care planning is about reflecting on your values and sharing your healthcare wishes with the people you trust. Starting these conversations early can help make future decisions clearer for everyone involved.

However small, steps taken today can bring reassurance and mutual understanding for your family tomorrow.

04/14/2026

By naming a lunar crater after Commander Reid Wiseman’s late wife, Carroll, the Artemis II crew honoured a deeply human impulse: the desire to ensure the people who shape our lives are remembered.

Even as humanity reaches farther into space exploration and deeper into the universe, moments like these remind us how essential love and remembrance are. Neither distance nor time can diminish the meaning of honouring those we hold close.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeDojYMYPHM

The Artemis II crew proposed new names for two lunar craters on Monday as they continued their spaceflight. One of the names was Carroll, after the late wife...