Kinship Newfoundland and Labrador

Kinship Newfoundland and Labrador We believe that preparing for tomorrow is an act of love.

At Kinship, we guide individuals and families in
arranging their funeral and final expense plans in
advance - providing peace of mind, financial
security, and a legacy of love for those who matter
most. As trusted funeral pre-planning specialists, our business is twofold: We help individuals and families pre-plan meaningful funerals, and help funeral homes personalize their offerings and cater to people’s unique needs.

A will explains how your estate should be handled. Insurance provides financial protection. Your account records help yo...
09/03/2026

A will explains how your estate should be handled. Insurance provides financial protection. Your account records help your executor locate important information.

But do any of those documents tell your family how you want to be remembered?

In her TED Talk, death doula Alua Arthur describes wanting to leave her affairs so completely organized that her family will have nothing to manage but their grief.

It is a valuable perspective for anyone who takes pride in being prepared. We can help you document your wishes, so your family won’t be left guessing. Schedule a free planning session today.

Watch Alua's TED Talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkeuKPZxEhM

Many of us avoid talking about dying because we’re afraid the conversation will feel frightening or unbearably sad.After...
09/03/2026

Many of us avoid talking about dying because we’re afraid the conversation will feel frightening or unbearably sad.

After two decades in palliative care, Dr. Kathryn Mannix offers a gentler perspective. Her TED Talk helps make the unfamiliar feel more understandable—and reminds us that silence is often more frightening than the reality.

You don’t have to make any decisions today. Watching this talk can simply be your first step. When you’re ready, our pre-planning specialists are here to provide you with a free planning session to help you document your wishes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Skf0X8ErPMI

If something happened while you were at the cottage or on a trip, what would your family actually do?We offer a repatria...
09/02/2026

If something happened while you were at the cottage or on a trip, what would your family actually do?

We offer a repatriation travel plan that takes care of all the details and expenses with one phone call. It’s a one-time purchase and is good for life.

Message us for more details.

It was 11 PM at his mother's kitchen table when David and his sister finally agreed. She hadn't left instructions, so th...
09/01/2026

It was 11 PM at his mother's kitchen table when David and his sister finally agreed.

She hadn't left instructions, so they were guessing: burial or cremation, the music, whether she'd want a viewing. They tried to remember things she'd said in passing over the years. They argued. They cried. They guessed.

David made a promise that night. His own kids would never sit at a kitchen table guessing.

If you've been the one figuring it out, you understand. The plan you write now is the conversation your family won't have to have. Reach out to us today to schedule a free planning consultation.

We’re here to help.

Thinking about planning your final wishes but not sure where to begin? You don't need forms or big decisions today — jus...
08/28/2026

Thinking about planning your final wishes but not sure where to begin? You don't need forms or big decisions today — just three quiet questions to sit with.

When you’re ready, message us to schedule a free personal planning consultation. We’re here to help.

"I'm not sick. I'm not old. Why would I think about this now?"Here's why:❤️ Your family doesn't get a warning. None of u...
08/28/2026

"I'm not sick. I'm not old. Why would I think about this now?"
Here's why:
❤️ Your family doesn't get a warning. None of us know what tomorrow brings. The people who are "too young" or "too healthy" to plan are often the ones whose families struggle the most.
💸 Costs only go up. Planning today means locking in today's prices. Wait 10 years? You could be paying 20-30% more.
🧘‍♀️ You make better decisions when you're not emotional. Planning when you're healthy means YOU get to choose. Planning during a health crisis means making rushed decisions under stress.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Your family wants to honor YOUR wishes. But they can't do that if they don't know what those wishes are.
🎁 It's a gift to your loved ones. Knowing they won't have to guess, argue, or stress during their grief? That's the greatest gift you can give them.

Still not sure if you're ready?
That's exactly what our assessment helps you figure out.
"How Prepared Are You Really?" shows you where you are in your planning journey – whether that's just beginning to think about it or nearly finished with your arrangements.

No pressure to buy anything. No sales calls. Just honest insights about your preparation level.

✨ 2 minutes
✨ 8 questions
✨ Immediate clarity

The best time to plan was yesterday. The second best time is today.

👉 Find out where you stand: https://assessment.kinship.ca/

Because preparing for tomorrow is an act of love today.

If you have arranged a parent’s funeral or settled an unfinished estate, you know that grief rarely arrives alone. It co...
08/27/2026

If you have arranged a parent’s funeral or settled an unfinished estate, you know that grief rarely arrives alone. It comes with questions, telephone calls, paperwork, decisions and the pressure to keep functioning.

In her TED Talk, Alua Arthur describes wanting to leave her affairs in order so her loved ones have nothing to manage but their grief.

You already understand why that matters. Pre-planning shows you how to provide it.

Schedule a free planning session with one of our specialists today, so you can leave your family with peace of mind, not stress.

Watch Alua's TED Talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkeuKPZxEhM

Most thorough planners assume their will covers everything. It doesn't — at least not for final wishes. Here are three i...
08/26/2026

Most thorough planners assume their will covers everything. It doesn't — at least not for final wishes. Here are three items your family may not realize they're missing.

For a complete plan, message us today to schedule your free planning session with one of our specialists. They will walk you through your wishes, answer any questions you may have, and help you build a fitting plan that reflects your values.

There's a note on Margaret's fridge. It's been there four years. “Final wishes,” it says. Every January she means to tal...
08/25/2026

There's a note on Margaret's fridge. It's been there four years. “Final wishes,” it says.

Every January she means to talk to her kids about what she'd want. Every December, life gets in the way — a grandchild, a hip surgery, a kitchen reno. She's not afraid, and she's not in denial. She just hasn't started, because starting feels bigger than it is.

If you see a little of yourself in Margaret, you're in good company. The first step is smaller than you think. Message us to book your free personal planning consultation today.

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