honoured to serve Cape Breton Island,
the wider Nova Scotia region, & across Canada
Funerals & Sacred Grief Work
Whether your beliefs are spiritual, religious, non-denominational, or evolving, all are honoured here.
Celebrant-led funerals provide flexibility in location and tone, making space for a unique & inclusive experience. Upon request, I thoughtfully incorporate hymns, prayers, and sacred readings to reflect the values of both the departed and those who gather in remembrance.
End-of-Life
& MAiD Ceremonies
These sacred ceremonies honour the profound threshold between life & death—with tenderness,
presence, & deep respect.
Whether you are preparing
for a natural passing, requesting last rites, or
walking the path of
Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), I hold space with compassion for the individual, their wishes, & their loved ones.
Each ceremony is gently shaped to reflect the person’s values, spirit, & story—offering comfort, clarity, & a sense of peace in the sacred act of saying goodbye.
Held in Location of Choice
Funerals, Memorials & Celebrations of Life
These ceremonies are sacred spaces to honour a loved one’s spirit, story, & legacy.
With care & compassion,
I work with you to create a service that reflects their life & your wishes, woven with meaning, memory, & love.
Whether spiritual, religious, cultural, or guided simply by the heart, each ceremony is uniquely shaped to offer comfort, connection, & a space to say goodbye with grace.
It is a time to gather,
to remember, & to celebrate
the love that remains.
Typically held at
Funeral Homes, Community Halls & Private Venues
Graveside Ceremony
Graveside ceremonies offer a sacred and intimate moment of farewell—personal, heartfelt, & inclusive.
Each ceremony is thoughtfully crafted to honour the life lived,
the love shared, & the spirit of the one being remembered.
A gentle gathering to
pause, reflect, & say goodbye with grace.
Held at the cemetery of choice for casket & urn burials.
All services begin with a phone call to discuss your needs,
I will discuss my rates based on your needs,
followed by a home visit to learn about your loved one.
I prepare the ceremony and tribute for your review and approval,
then lead the service with care and presence on the day.
Sacred Grief Ceremonies
Grief arrives in many forms—with its own set of timing,
the death of a loved one, the loss of a beloved animal, or
the quiet unraveling of a part of ourselves.
Expected or sudden, it is never easy.
Through ritual, we give shape to our sorrow.
We honour the love, the life, and the legacy left behind.
Grief, when held with intention, becomes a sacred passage—
one that invites healing and remembrance.
The Passing Over Ceremony
Offering a safe & sacred space to honour loss in all its forms. Rooted in the healing elements of Air, Fire, Water, & Earth, this gentle ritual invites release, remembrance, & renewal.
Whether you are mourning a loved one, an animal companion, or a part of yourself that’s been quietly grieving, all expressions of sorrow are welcome here—spoken or silent, tender or raw.
This ceremony can
take place days, months,
or even years after a loss.
It offers space to reflect, speak what was left unsaid,
or simply be with what remains.
Held one-on-one or in a small group, we close in stillness with a guided meditation—
an offering of peace, & a soft beginning toward healing.
Concious Uncoupling
When a relationship shifts
or comes to an end,
it can be deeply healing
to honour the transition
through ceremony.
With the guidance of
Air, Fire, Water, & Earth,
we move gently through grief, gratitude, & release
allowing space for reflection, clarity, & renewal.
This ritual is shaped by
your needs & intentions.
Whether through sound,
spoken word, water blessing, or
fire offering, we honour what was, acknowledge what is, & make room for what’s to come.
A sacred space to reclaim your energy, tend to your heart, &
step forward with grace.
Honouring our Animal Companions
When a beloved pet crosses the veil, the grief is real and deep. These loyal companions walk beside us with love and quiet wisdom, and their passing deserves to be honoured.
At Sacred Steps, I create heartfelt ceremonies that celebrate the bond shared & offer comfort to those left behind—especially children navigating loss for the first time.
Whether simple or ceremonial, these rituals bring healing, remembrance, and grace.
