Mount Pleasant Group

Mount Pleasant Group MPG has a legacy of providing compassionate care and choice in end-of-life planning across the GTA for over 200 years.

MPG has a legacy of providing compassionate care and choice in end-of-life planning across the GTA for close to 200 years.

Today, on Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we’re reminded that accessibility is an ongoing journey, shaped by learnin...
05/22/2026

Today, on Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we’re reminded that accessibility is an ongoing journey, shaped by learning, collaboration, and action across our teams.

Few weeks ago, members of our team Jeff Dennis (Director, Development) and Rita Chimienti (Project Management Specialist, Interiors, Development) attended the 2026 Accessibility Professionals Network (APN) Conference in Toronto, where sessions explored everything from national accessibility initiatives to creating more inclusive experiences in our communities.

Did you know? Mount Pleasant Group offers ListenWiFi? It allows guests to access audio through their smartphones or venue-provided receivers for assistive or personal listening. We're pleased to offer this service at six of our sites - Elgin Mills, Meadowvale, Mount Pleasant, Pine Hills, Thornton and York.

This is one of the many ways we’re working together to ensure everyone can fully participate in services and gatherings and feel supported in our spaces.

We remain committed to learning, improving, and taking meaningful steps towards a more accessible Mount Pleasant Group. 💙

“You’re never going to take their pain away, but you do the best you can,” said Ian. “It was important to try to make th...
05/21/2026

“You’re never going to take their pain away, but you do the best you can,” said Ian. “It was important to try to make the impossible happen or to accommodate a wish to help people through a difficult time in some small way.” — Ian Young

As Mount Pleasant Group marks 200 years in 2026, we are sharing stories that reflect the people, histories, and connections that have shaped our cemeteries through the 200 Stories Project.

One of those stories comes from Ian Young, whose 46-year career began near Prospect Cemetery and grew into decades of leadership across our properties. From supporting families in difficult moments to helping shape how our grounds are cared for today, Ian’s impact continues to be felt in both the land and the people who care for it.

His story reflects the quiet, compassionate work that defines our purpose then and now. Enjoy the clicks captured by Ian across different sites, offering a glimpse into the places and moments that meant so much throughout his journey.

Read more about Ian’s story: https://www.mountpleasantgroup.com/news/ian-young-quiet-steward-land

MPG presents its 200 Stories Project to commemorate its 200th anniversary in 2026 and invites the public to journey through 200 stories at mpg200.ca

🐝 It’s World Bee Day and we’re buzzing with excitement to share some sweet news! This spring, we are welcoming honey bee...
05/20/2026

🐝 It’s World Bee Day and we’re buzzing with excitement to share some sweet news!

This spring, we are welcoming honey bee hives at four of Mount Pleasant Group’s locations – Meadowvale Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Centres, Prospect Cemetery, Duffin Meadows Cemetery, and Pine Hills Cemetery and Funeral Centre.

As part of this project, MPG will host community workshops at some of our locations, led by The Beekeeper Dan. This initiative brings attention to the importance of pollinator biodiversity, while offering hands-on learning experiences around bees, urban greening, and small, meaningful actions that support local ecosystems.

And yes… there will be honey. 🍯 💛

Learn more about this initiative and the workshops you can be part of: https://www.mountpleasantgroup.com/news/sweet-new-chapter-buzzing-mount-pleasant-group

Congratulations to Janet Davis on the launch of Trees & Shrubs of Mount Pleasant Cemetery! 🌿📚Janet is a freelance garden...
05/19/2026

Congratulations to Janet Davis on the launch of Trees & Shrubs of Mount Pleasant Cemetery! 🌿📚

Janet is a freelance garden writer and photographer with a remarkable 38-year career, formerly a weekly gardening columnist for two Toronto newspapers, an online garden magazine editor, and a contributor to books and magazines (including Trellis and the Toronto Botanical Garden’s website).

This book is the fruit of three decades of her visits to Mount Pleasant Cemetery, observing and photographing the arboretum in all four seasons, now beautifully published by Firefly Books. Janet’s book is a beautiful tribute to the living landscape of Mount Pleasant Cemetery, inviting readers to slow down, notice, and learn more about the remarkable trees and shrubs that make this space so special.

It’s especially fitting to celebrate this release in a milestone year, as Mount Pleasant Cemetery marks 150 years and Mount Pleasant Group marks 200 years.

Wishing everyone a restful long weekend, an opportunity to slow down, and take in the beauty of the season🌷Please note: ...
05/15/2026

Wishing everyone a restful long weekend, an opportunity to slow down, and take in the beauty of the season🌷

Please note: Our cemetery gates will be open throughout the long weekend, while funeral and cemetery offices will be closed on Monday, May 18 for Victoria Day. Regular office operations will resume on Tuesday.

As a seasonal reminder, cemetery gates are open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Pedestrian-only entrances close 30 minutes earlier than vehicle gates, with any exceptions posted at individual cemetery locations.

Have you had a chance to enjoy the magnolias and cherry blossoms yet? 🌸Many of our Mount Pleasant Group cemeteries acros...
05/13/2026

Have you had a chance to enjoy the magnolias and cherry blossoms yet? 🌸

Many of our Mount Pleasant Group cemeteries across the GTA are in bloom right now. From soft magnolia petals to delicate cherry blossoms, spring has arrived in beautiful and fleeting ways.

Did you know that the cherry blossom, also known as the Sakura blossom, only lasts about a week? Due to their very short bloom time, cherry blossoms are seen as a metaphor for life itself. They are luminous and beautiful yet fleeting and ephemeral.

If you’re visiting our cemeteries, we hope you take a moment to pause, reflect, and enjoy the blossoms and the beauty of the season. We kindly ask that visitors move respectfully, as many are here to grieve and reflect. These shared spaces are meant for quiet remembrance and peaceful moments of connection.

This May, during Asian Heritage Month, we honour over 100 years of history, resilience, and community represented by the...
05/12/2026

This May, during Asian Heritage Month, we honour over 100 years of history, resilience, and community represented by the Lowkong Society.

Located at Pine Hills Cemetery, the Lowkong Society Monument stands as a living landmark of Toronto’s Chinese Canadian heritage. For a century, the Society has supported generations of families, preserved cultural traditions, and contributed meaningfully to the growth of our city.

The monument is not only a place of remembrance, but a celebration of continuity, identity, and belonging reminding us that Toronto’s strength is shaped by the stories and contributions of its diverse communities.

Read the full story about Lowkong Society Monument at Pine Hills Cemetery: https://mpg200.ca/news/lowkong-society-monument-century-chinese-canadian-heritage-toronto

05/10/2026

This Mother’s Day, we are holding space for reflection. 💐

For some, it’s a day shaped by connection and shared memories.
For others, it’s a quieter moment of remembrance.

At Mount Pleasant Group, we recognize that Mother’s Day can hold many emotions. Love continues to live on, carried through memory and enduring bonds. Today, we offer a quiet tribute to mothers resting in our care, and to the love that continues to surround them. 💗

As part of our 200 Stories Project, we’re sharing the people and moments that have shaped Mount Pleasant Group over the ...
05/05/2026

As part of our 200 Stories Project, we’re sharing the people and moments that have shaped Mount Pleasant Group over the past 200 years.

This week, we’re proud to share story of a very valued staff member - Mark Francis, who spent 42 years with MPG. From starting on the grounds to leading our Repair Shop, Mark’s career reflects mentorship, problem solving, and a deep commitment to supporting cemetery operations behind the scenes.

What stands out most in Mark’s story isn’t just the work—it’s the camaraderie, care, and pride in ensuring others could do theirs. A quiet but essential legacy that continues today.

Read Mark’s story and explore more: https://www.mountpleasantgroup.com/news/making-machines-work-people-mark-francis-mpg-story

On National Therapy Animal Day, we’re grateful for the comfort, calm, and quiet presence our therapy dogs bring to famil...
04/30/2026

On National Therapy Animal Day, we’re grateful for the comfort, calm, and quiet presence our therapy dogs bring to families and individuals navigating grief.

Through Mount Pleasant Group’s Therapy Dog Program, trained therapy dogs and their handlers offer gentle, non judgmental support at cemeteries, funeral homes, and community events. Sometimes it’s a moment of calm, sometimes it’s a connection that makes a difficult day feel a little less heavy.

Today, we celebrate these remarkable dogs—and the volunteers who walk beside them—for the role they play in helping people feel supported, seen, and not alone.

🤍 Learn more about our Therapy Dog Program: https://www.mountpleasantgroup.com/grief-support/therapy-dogs

This made us smile 🌸 We love seeing our community enjoying the cherry blossoms and spending time on our grounds. Our sit...
04/30/2026

This made us smile 🌸 We love seeing our community enjoying the cherry blossoms and spending time on our grounds. Our sites are open year‑round for peaceful walks, time among the trees, and moments to pause and reflect. Thank you for helping care for these shared spaces!

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