A Workshop to Help You Plan, Reflect, and Connect
Most of us know that planning for death is important—but we tend to avoid discussing or even thinking about it. End-of-life planning isn’t most people’s idea of a good time, and the instinct is often to get it over with as quickly as possible.
This 2-hour virtual workshop takes the opposite approach—slowing down to go deeper. Instead of treating planning as a task to check off, we create space for reflection, exploration, and meaningful conversation. In a friendly, accessible environment, we’ll examine your relationship with death, clarify what matters most to you, and equip you with the knowledge and tools to make informed choices.
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What to Expect from the Workshop
This workshop is a blend of education, reflection, and interactive exercises designed to make end-of-life planning approachable and meaningful. Through guided activities, you’ll:
Explore your relationship with death—your values, fears, and priorities
Learn about essential end-of-life planning options and key decisions
Envision what a meaningful end-of-life looks like, from healthcare choices to rituals, legacy, and more
“It was hard because no one wants to think about it. But you make it easy, with the right type of reflections and activities.”
“The workshop demystified things I don't often think about, like how much a cremation costs!”
“What stood out to me was how instantly emotional it was to picture your own ideal death.”
What You’ll Leave with
This session is just the beginning. You’ll leave with a comprehensive workbook that doesn’t just recap the session but serves as a structured, step-by-step guide to end-of-life planning. It includes:
Healthcare and Advance Care Planning: Exploring treatment options for different medical scenarios, choosing a substitute decision-maker, creating advance directives.
Deathcare Options and Post-Death Decisions: Understaning burial, cremation, green alternatives.
Wills and Estates: What to include in your will, managing digital assets, and planning for the future.
Ritual and Personal Meaning-Making: Crafting traditions, designing memorials, and exploring ways to honor your values and story.
Practical Templates and Tools: Helping you move from reflection to action with structured templates and guides.
You’ll also receive access to an exclusive online resource library with province-specific templates, legal forms, and additional tools to continue your planning at your own pace with clarity and confidence.
“The workbook is extremely helpful and needed.”
“The workbook is beautiful and I like that I get to keep it to go through more of it on my own.”
Who Is This Workshop For?
This workshop is for anyone in Canada who wants to approach death consciously and intentionally. Anyone who is over 18 should have an end-of-life plan. The best time to start the process is now.
The information provided is applicable across provinces, and you'll receive province-specific templates and resources to ensure your planning aligns with local requirements
“The workshop reminded me that end-of-life planning can be a celebration of how you live your life.”
“It made me more aware of the importance and shed the neglect I’ve felt about it previously.”
When is The Next Workshop?
There are no scheduled dates at this time.
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What Participants Are Saying
“Rebecca is calm, receptive, and so informed. I felt very supported.”
“Kinda wish I'd made my partner and our parents do it with me! I think doing it with your family could be really valuable and also emotionally rewarding.”
“The activities and reflections were perfect — the pacing was great, and it flew by.”
“I loved the pop quiz even though I hadn't looked through my workbook in advance.”
Disclaimer: This workshop and accompanying workbook provide educational information to help individuals reflect on and plan for end-of-life decisions. It does not constitute legal, financial, or medical advice. Participants should consult a qualified professional for guidance related to their specific circumstances.