Healing Hearts with Hope
Every child deserves the opportunity to grieve in a supportive and understanding environment.
Grief support programs for children, youth and their families
We provide peer to peer support for children between the ages of 5 and 24 years, and their caregivers who are grieving the death of an immediate family member.
For children...
We provide age-appropriate activities to help children aged 5-12 express their feelings and understand grief in a safe environment.
For teens...
Our programming is designed for teens to explore and process their emotions through peer support, art, and group discussions.
For young adults...
We support young adults by offering a space to share experiences, coping strategies, and to build connections during their grieving process.
For parents & caregivers...
We equip parents and caregivers with tools and resources to support grieving children and manage their own grief.
Training and education
We offer workshops and seminars for professionals and community members to enhance their understanding of grief, helping them support others.
Community support
We offer outreach and partnerships with local organizations to extend grief support services beyond the centre.
Did you know?
1 in 14 children in Canada will experience the death of someone close to them before they reach adulthood.
Grieving children who receive peer support are often better able to cope with their loss and adjust to life changes.
Who we are
Seasons Centre for Grieving Children, established in December 1995, is a charitable organization serving Simcoe County and beyond. It offers essential peer-to-peer support for children, teens, and families dealing with the loss or life-threatening illness of a loved one. The Centre provides a nurturing environment to help build resilience and promote healthy grieving practices.
Learn More
At Seasons Centre, no child grieves alone, thanks to the unwavering support of our community.
Our impact
At Seasons Centre for Grieving Children, our programs have a profound effect on the lives of those we support. Here are four key points that highlight our impact:
Empowering Resilience
We help children, teens, and young adults develop resilience and healthy coping strategies after a loss.
Building Connections
Our programs foster a sense of community, reducing feelings of isolation among grieving individuals.
Supporting Families
We provide essential resources for parents and caregivers, ensuring that they can guide their children through grief.
Community Outreach
Our training and education initiatives equip professionals and volunteers to extend compassionate care throughout the community.
What’s happening
June 14, 2025
The Ladies Charity Shoot at the Barrie Gun Club
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Hope Around Town
May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
May is Legacy Month
June 1, 2025
Honda Fun Run
July 1, 2025
Running Room Barrie Canada Day Races
July 19, 2025
Hope Goes to the Beach
September 12, 2025
The 6th Annual Mike Gilbertson Memorial Golf Tournament
September 15, 2025
Dr. Stacie Weber’s Charity Golf Tournament
November 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Children’s Grief Awareness Day and Month
April 24, 2026
Annual Tender Hearts Gala
Grief journey stories
“Life can be full of surprises, both good and bad, and the greatest of these can sometimes be the most unexpected. I never truly understood all aspects of support until one day the world I once lived in collapsed around me and I was left with only one goal: to focus on my children’s well-being.
That’s when I discovered Seasons Centre Barrie. This organization provided invaluable support for my children, helping them to better understand their feelings and cope with the loss of their mother at such a young age. The staff were incredibly caring and devoted to helping my children gain the tools they needed to understand and embrace life. “Grieving though play”
Twelve years later, I am happy to say that my grown children have embraced life and are living happily. I am incredibly grateful to Season Centre Barrie for the help they provided to my children. Thank you Seasons Centre.”
Ian Fraser
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