Community Announcements
Featuring some of the latest news about the Society’s programs, events, and more.
Hisiikʔitq kʷatyiikmis (Griefs Journey)
Hisiikʔitq kʷatyiikmis (Griefs Journey) is the first offering between Ucluelet First Nation and LUMARA, which will be held July 22, 23, and 24, 2024.
Minecraft Virtual Summer Camp for Grieving Kids
This one week virtual kids grief group will meet in a Minecraft world created specifically for this group. This is for kids ages 7 – 12. It’s a chance to connect with other kids who have experienced the loss of a loved one and have fun hanging out, creating and exploring in this popular game.
Notice of AGM 2024
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Members of Lumara Grief and Bereavement Care Society is called for and will be held electronically via video/phone conferencing on the 8th day of July, 2024 at 6 pm PST
In Loving memory of Darryl
Darryl loved life. He loved people, travelling and trying new things. No one expected his life to be cut short, so quickly, with an aggressive form of cancer.
Supporting Families Through BC’s Drug Crisis
As British Columbia marks the eighth anniversary of its public health emergency declaration, Lumara sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of the crisis
Call for Nominations 2024
Call for Nominations 2024 Lumara's Board of Directors About Lumara Grief and Bereavement Care Society is a charitable organization that helps children, youth, adults & families cope with serious illness, grief, and bereavement. We bring light to grief and sorrow,...
Impact Report Spring 2024
In November 2023, Lumara’s team had the unique opportunity to offer an Indigenous Wellness Community Retreat on Haida Gwaii.
Spring Campaign
Help kids like Meredith. Donate to Lumara today.
Welcome to Lumaria
Discover a unique Minecraft world led by Lumara’s music therapist, Meg Jackson. Designed for kids aged 7–12 coping with loss. This virtual group provides an opportunity for children to connect with peers who share similar experiences of losing a loved one while enjoying the popular video game, Minecraft.
Vancouver Island Youth Retreat – Strathcona 2024
If you are between the ages of 13-19, and would like an opportunity to connect with peers who understand grief then attending the Vancouver Island Youth Retreat at Strathcona Park on Vancouver Island from May 31 – June 3, 2024 might be one of the best experiences you’ve had in a really long time.
Bring Hope This Holiday
Bring Hope This HolidayDonate before December 31st and your gift will be DOUBLED to help twice as many families.
100km for Q: Are you up for a challenge?
Join us December 2, 2023 for a rowing event like no other. People just like you are going to row 100km’s while raising funds to support grieving children and families.
