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OUR STAFF

Our team is dedicated to creating a compassionate and supportive space where everyone is treated with respect. We understand that grief is deeply personal, and many of us have experienced our own losses. You are not alone; we are here with you, offering care and empathy. It is a privilege to be part of your journey.

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Julia Duz,
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Executive Director

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Samantha Jennings Willan, SSW

Volunteer Manager 

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Victoria Berry, RSW

Social Service Manager and

Health and Safety Representative

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Eran Derandonyan-Asombang

Financial Bookkeeper

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Shontae Cameron

Client Services & Administrative Coordinator

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Our Board Members are dedicated to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment where respect, support, and healing are at the heart of everything we do. Each of us has experienced personal loss, and we walk this path alongside you with empathy and understanding. It is an honour to be part of your journey, and we are committed to guiding our organization with care and integrity.

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Richard Sheppard

Chairperson

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Haider Abdul-Hussain

Vice Chairperson

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Bikramjit Deol

Treasurer

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Meg Kant

General Member - Governance

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Jane Cockton

General Member - Fundraising

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Julie Sposato

Board Secretary

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Ghinwa Merei

General Member - Finance

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Tasha Oree

General Member - Grants

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Sat Kaur

General Member

ABOUT US

The Centre for Grief and Healing

(also known as Bereaved Families of Ontario - Halton/Peel) is a local, registered charitable organization offering compassion and care for individuals dealing with the death of a loved one.  

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CONTACT

T: 905-848-4337

 

A: 610-33 City Centre Drive

Mississauga, ON L5B 2N5

 

E: info@bereavedfamilies.ca​​​​​​​​​​

DONATE TODAY

The Centre for Grief and Healing (also known as Bereaved Families of Ontario - Halton/Peel) is a local, registered charitable organization that relies on donations to sustain our programs. Make a donation today!

Registered Charity #118803667RR0001

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LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We want to acknowledge the land on which we gather, and where the Centre for Grief and Healing (BFO-H/P) operates. This land has been and is still inhabited by many Indigenous Peoples since the last Ice Age which was 13,000 years ago. In particular, we acknowledge the territory of the Anishinabek-Ojibway/Chippewa, Huron-Wendat, and Haudenosaunee peoples. The land that is home to the First Nations, Metis, and Inuit people. We are grateful to now be on the land that is the land of Indigenous Peoples since time began.

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The land we are presently on is under the stewardship of the Mississaugas of the Credit, who are the signatories of the treaty and holders of the area. We recognize that the land we are on was taken away through colonization, oppression, and expropriation. In the hopes for a better future and building relationships, we recognize, require, and honour what is in the truth and reconciliation report and the calls to action. We acknowledge and are grateful for having the privilege of being where we are, for this land, and for the Indigenous Peoples who have and continue to inhabit this land.

 

This Land Acknowledgment was created in collaboration with Indigenous Elder, Cat Criger. 

© 2025 All Rights Reserved. Created by the Centre For Grief & Healing (Bereaved Families of Ontario - Halton / Peel)​

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