When a child loses someone they love, a parent, a grandparent, or a sibling, their entire world changes in an instant. In these moments, they need more than just comfort; they need a safe harbour. They need a place where they can ask the "big questions," express their heaviest feelings, and find healthy ways to keep their loved one's memory alive.
SooToday Cares is proud to partner with Adam Slumskie & the team at CIBC Wood Gundy for a vital community fundraiser. We are raising funds for our Children’s Grief and Bereavement Program, a lifeline for families in Sault Ste. Marie is navigating their darkest days.
The team at CIBC Wood Gundy believes so deeply in this mission that they have committed to matching every community donation dollar-for-dollar, up to $15,000. What does this mean? If you give $50, ARCH receives $100. Your generosity is instantly doubled, ensuring that compassionate care remains available for those who need it most.
Your Support Powers Expert Care & Connection
The Children’s Grief and Bereavement Program, delivered by dedicated Practitioner Ashlyn Hall, is a lifeline for local youth navigating the loss of a parent, sibling, or friend. Through one-on-one support and group sessions, Ashlyn helps children find a safe space to process their grief and realize they aren't alone.
How your donation makes this care possible: Because this program relies almost entirely on community generosity rather than government funding, your gift directly provides:
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Healing Tools: Grief craft supplies, hand molds, and memory boxes that help children create tangible honors for their loved ones.
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Peer Connection: Group sessions that break the isolation of loss by connecting kids with others who truly understand.
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Family & Community Guidance: Vital resources for parents, caregivers, and local agencies on how to talk to children about death and dying.
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Long-Term Stability: Sustainable funding to ensure these essential grief supports remain available for every local family, year after year.