Discusses why people often jump to telling us to "get over" grief and why this is not helpful.

This article provides brief information about several topics including death and dying, impacts on mourning, disrupted, complicated, or prolonged grief, and others.

Grief often takes a lot of effort and drains out energy. This article explains why grief can lead to less motivation and slows us down.

Tumblr’s tag for grief support- a place people can post and possibly receive support.

Discussions of memorials commemorating the 215 Indigenous children found at a residential school.

Information about how the LGBTQ community is being disproportionately financially affected by the pandemic.

Narratives of people grieving for different reasons during the pandemic and coping with loss in isolation.

Stories of three families who lost a youth to coronavirus.

Article outlines 10 myths about grief including that grief works on a timeline and has predictable stages.

List of 5 ways to cope with lifestyle changes such as developing a new routine and finding creative outlets.

List of emotion words.

Article gives an overview of death during the pandemic and how grief is complicated during this time. Then lists 6 copings strategies including naming your feelings and finding community support.

List of quotes about grief and coping.

"It’s not about me, it’s for everyone who’s passed away and suffering from this horrible coronavirus disease. My friend has died from the coronavirus. That’s why I wrote it."

Video poem written by children from around the world about their lifestyle loss during COVID-19. | 00:02:30

A conversation with Reverend Amy Greene about coping with coronavirus grief. | 00:24:50

Article about the unique experiences of women grieving during the pandemic as well as the coping strategies they used to work through this grief.

Article outlines common grieving processes and the increased risk of Prolonged Grief Disorder.

An examination of the meaning of death through a coronavirus lens.

This article explores how grief is different when a loved one dies from unnatural causes. It outlines how this can lead to acute grief, which can lead to pathological grief.

Advice about coping with lifestyle changes caused by the pandemic including remembering the situation is temporary and setting a routine.

List of reactions to grief and coping strategies, such as delaying difficult tasks and exercising.

Links to BC resources for financial assistance, funeral homes, and planning.

Six experts explain how to recognize the many new faces of grief during a pandemic, with information on the connection between immigration and grief.

Discussion of how loneliness is affecting Canadians.

Narrative of a family's alternative mourning ritual.

Explanation of how grief has changed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Talks about grief for loss of lifestyle and gives tips on how to cope like naming grief, and limiting social media.

This article outlines the subtle differences between grief and mourning.

Compilation of art done during the lockdown that expresses the emotions people are having in isolation.

Discussion of the addition of Prolonged Grief Disorder to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM), which outlines all mental disorders

Personal blog post about a family member who died from COVID-19.

Narrative of a man who survived COVID-19 in Pakistan, but lost everything.

Narrative of a doctor trying to support others through COVID-19 while struggling with the loss of her own father.

Outlines how children and adults experience grief through a list of common reactions to loss.

Information on bereavement leave in Ontario.

Exploration of collective grief and fear in the black community as a result of police violence. *Not COVID specific

Blog post about how grief is stronger when a person is taken before their time, such as in police shootings.

This resource does not directly address Coronavirus, but outlines some of the ways that financial grief can affect our lives and health as well as ways to cope.

Video of poem from a 10 year old boy about the bravery of front-line workers. | 00:00:58

Visual art about shared space and social distancing.

Article and podcast outlining the unique challenges of the California Latino community in processing grief. | 00:04:07

Article about how art can facilitate conversation and healing in isolation.

Detailed information about Canada's COVID-19 response plan including benefits available to individuals and benefits.

Collection of Canadian art that addresses grief and social distancing.

Article about how people are using poetry to cope. Includes a poem about pandemic life.

Explanation of declining mental health across Canada.

Tips for coping such as plan moments of joy, self-care, and connecting with co-workers.

Article duscusses the lack of universal bereavement care for families. Authors argue that the pandemic has illuminated the need for this universal care more than ever.

Study reports on self-disclosed levels of loneliness in the first few months of the pandemic.

Fact sheet of the ways grief can be complex for LGBT individuals who have lost a partner. *Not COVID specific

Review of knowledge about complicated grief in the wake of natural disasters and previous pandemics. Authors then make applications of findings to coronavirus.

Connection of COVID-19 to complicated grief, anticipatory grief, and ambiguous loss.

Article about the importance of continuing bonds (maintaining a relationship with the deceased after death).

Visual art series about living in isolation.

Interview with mental health expert on how to cope with grief of loss of lifestyle. | 00:18:00

General resource for those feeling stressed during the pandemic including managing addictions and anxiety.

Articles covering topics such as what to do when grieving and how to get help.

Kristen Beesley, mental health professional answers questions about coping with lifestyle loss during lockdown. | 00:03:02

This article is not directly related to COVID-19, but discusses how to deal with financial stress.

Article provides a definition of grief, some strategies for coping, some myths and facts about grief, and an overview of the Stages of Grief model.

List of tips for dealing with Covid-related grief, including recognizing your loss, and accepting your feelings.

Short video outlining some ways that you can honour loved ones who have passed. | 00:01:59

An infograph for firefighters about covid grief, covering topics such as facing grief and how pandemic grief is different.

This narrative explores how a woman is coping with the death of a loved one during coronavirus and how communities are an important element of the grieving process.

Video about how to cope with grief brought on by all of the changes in our lives due to COVID-19. | 00:18:46

Animated video outlining some ways to cope with loss of a job during COVID-19. | 00:03:18

Infographic depicting some symptoms of grief as well as coping strategy.

Article touches on a variety of topics, including how grief is unexpected and how to embrace the grieving process.

Discussion of how to identify grief, embracing the grieving process, connecting virtually, and other topics

American-based data depicting statistics of COVID-19 grief.

Description of how anxiety and depression might affect people differently during Covid and a strategy for coping- focusing on the difference between thinking and noticing.

Infographic for adults about coping with stress during Covid-19.

List of ways to cope with/address grief in isolation, developed by grief specialist Eugene Dufour.

Infosheet focusing on the differences between physical and emotional wounds.

This fact sheet, in French, provides useful information about grief and trauma support services for those impacted by COVID-19 in the aged care sector.

Video module and article outlining Dr. Alan Wolfelt's six needs of mourning, with applications to the coronavirus. | 00:16:00

Presentation from Dr. Dawn Elise Snipes who explores what grief is and how to address it. | 00:58:24

This article covers the narratives of youths who have lost loved ones to coronavirus and the unique way they are grieving.

Explanation of how loss of routine has a negative impact on mental health.

This article defines grief and discusses how disappointment in our governments and the way they have handled the pandemic amplifies this grief.

Discussion of stages of grief, individual and community grief, and other categorizations of grief.

Descriptions of how the death rituals of many religions cannot be performed during coronavirus and how people are overcoming this.

Three families in three Indian cities share their stories of dealing with the loss of loved ones in the midst of a pandemic.

Dr. Katherine Shear discusses the link between coronavirus and complicated grief. | 00:39:04

Statistics from CMHA on mental health during Covid.

Article describes grief and reminds readers to make sure their basic needs are met and practice self-care.

Instagram displaying submissions of art depicting experiences during COVID-19, often experiences of loss.

List of 5 ways pandemic affects mental health including socioeconomic concerns and xenophobia.

Conversation with Dr. Katherine Shear about how coronavirus is producing complex grief. | 00:39:44

Booklet investigating the use of Indigenous storytelling for healing. Addresses general wellness, including grief.

This video module explains the impact of non-death loss. It discusses links to trauma, coping strategies, and understanding your limits with exposure to negative news.

This podcast episode addresses secondary losses such as lifestyle and finances. | 00:42:49

Experts discuss the concept of "grief leadership" and the importance of grief leaders in global crisis. | 01:05:15

Outline of the financial benefits available to Canadians through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Reverse poem by Dr. Ronald Goldenberg about lifestyle changes during Corona and the fear of getting sick.

Discusses what loss of lifestyle can look like and how its a form of grief.

Social isolation means people aren’t being provided the ritual of mourning, with serious mental health implications.

The stories of six families who lost a loved one.

Discussion of how Facebook support groups have been a great way for people to access peer support during the pandemic.

Explanation of how street art can help communities express shared emotion with examples of Covid street art.

In this Q&A, Dr. Debra Kaysen, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences with the Public Mental Health & Population Sciences Division, helps us better understand our communal grief and how to deal with the societal stress of COVID-19.

4 steps for dealing with financial stress.

Advice on how to cope with grief including talking about your feelings and remembering that grief looks different for everyone.

Poems addressing lifestyle loss and grief written by children.

A psychology professor answers questions about how to work through overwhelming feelings of grief.

Covers strategies for coping with stress from losing a job and having renter's uncertainty.

Portuguese article about how COVID-19 grief is turning into prolonged grief disorder as well as information about changing funeral practices.

In this podcast episode experts discuss the impacts of socially-distanced grieving worldwide. | 01:32:55

Experts introduce the concept of "restorative retelling" as a way to process and cope with grief. | 00:49:19

In this podcast episode experts discuss grief, loss, and suicidality. | 01:17:46

Article outlines the difficulties experienced by nurses on the front line and approaches that nurses can take to support themselves and each other.

This video podcasts shows a discussion between grief experts about the importance of positive thinking for coping with grief. | 01:32:08

Reflections from a palliative care physician including observations of grieving families whose loved ones died from COVID-19.

Video of the Dalai Lama giving advice on how to cope with loss. | 00:03:00

Narrative of an immigrant woman coping with grief during COVID-19 and political crisis.

Info sheet addressing how current loss can remind us of past losses with prompt questions to support people in reflection.

Podcast explores grief, death and dying in Indigenous communities, the circumstances that lead to the heavy losses they experience and how people are prioritizing the need for promotion of vibrant Indigenous life. | 00:42:00

Advice for helping people develop new rituals to honour those who die during the COVID-19 era.

Academic article exploring the negative outcomes of loneliness among older adults in Canada.

Discussion about whether Canada requires a Minister of Loneliness, to attend to growing rates of loneliness among the population.

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Using a qualitative approach, this study aimed to examine the changing nature of death, dying and mourning among Muslims of Kashmir due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Trial of a peer support program with older Chinese immigrants in Canada.

This resource suggests reframing anxiety into a useful attribute and provides tips for managing anxious thoughts.

Covers a variety of topics such as trauma, dealing with stigma, and maintaining physical activity.

Audio recording of a webinar addressing multiple and complex loss. Guest speaker Eugene Defore is a clinical therapist and bereavement specialist.

Audio recording of a webinar addressing coping with the inability to be with a loved one in their final moments and as they pass.

Article details how communities of colour are disproportionately affected by COVID-19.

Video series focusing on the relationship between grief and faith. Topics covered include portrayals of grief in scripture and the way that faith shapes our views on grief. | 00:03:32

Narratives of families experiencing grief.

Narrative of a second-generation Pakistani daughter coping with the loss of her father through COVID-19. Available in written or audio. | 00:09:37

Examination of how social distancing leads to a higher chance of complicated grief.

Info on how to get financial benefits during Covid for physicians.

"Even as vaccinations make their way across the United States, the impact of the pandemic remains present for residents of long-term care and their loved ones."

Video of grief experts discussing access to free counseling services during the pandemic. | 00:15:39

Link to download pamphlet about coping with anxiety during COVID-19. Addresses physical sensations of worry, types of worry, and how to cope with worry. Available in 47 languages.

Rapid loss of patients and the need for them to continue performing their jobs is causing frontline healthcare workers to experience frozen grief.

CDC guidelines suggesting no in-person funerals and give recommendations for how to alter funeral practices to be safe.

BCCDC suggestions for hosting funerals with under 10 people.

Explanation of how the LGBTQ community's grief is often disenfranchised because of marginalization. *Not COVID specific

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief.

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. Chinese language version. *Not COVID specific

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. French language version. *Not COVID specific

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. Hungarian language version. *Not COVID specific

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. Italian language version. *Not COVID specific

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. Korean language version. *Not COVID related

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. Persian language version. *Not COVID specific

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. Russian language version *Not COVID specific

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. Spanish language version *Not COVID specific

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. Vietnamese language version. *Not COVID specific

This guide was developed out of a caring interest to provide you with support and information as you are experiencing your grief. Tamil language version. *Not COVID related

Illustrations of people having good and bad days during lockdown.

Personal narrative about losing a job, house, and family member as a result of COVID-19.

Podcast of an interview with Leslie Barber, a grieving widow, about how she is supporting herself and her daughter through COVID-19. | 00:37:00

Interview with a man whose father died in India and the influence of the current Indian political climate on grief as well as grieving at a distance.

Guided explanation of how author used art to cope with the loss of a former partner. Images showing how you can follow along and also create your own pastel/grief piece.

Module series covering a variety of topics like complex grief, planning virtual funerals, and spirituality.

In this article a Bereavement Coordinator shares some advice on coping with grief during the coronavirus outbreak. 00:05:45

Infographics about the symptoms of grief and strategies for coping.

This video module series discusses the experiences of palliative care workers during COVID-19. It explains how workers can support themselves, their colleagues, and their patients. | 00:59:11

This article outlines recommendations from psychologists, such as keeping social and naming grief.

Talks about impact of physical distancing on grief rituals, prolonged grief, and opportunities for psychology.

Article about the unique attributes of COVID grief.

Virtual gallery of art work created by black artists about experiences of grief and loss in the black community.

Article about grief in old age aimed at seniors trying to cope. *Not COVID specific

This presentation outlines supports, tools and approaches to grief and loss during a pandemic when in-person classes are not available. Discusses ways to support yourself and others. | 00:34:06

Seminar video about how to cope with grief over the holidays during COVID. Video focuses on self care and managing expectations. | 00:42:00

Tips and stories are shared to help those during the holiday season, who are grieving the loss of a loved one; an often difficult time of the year. | 00:41:42

Interviews and discussion of the coronavirus death toll and the challenges of being unable to physically visit with dying and dead loved ones.

Review of the definition of complex grief and argument that there may be a rise in this condition among older adults, because of their uniquely isolating circumstances.

Survey data that shows society has the same level of grief overall, but the grief is more acute during Coronavirus.

Article covers a variety of topics like what is grief, why grief might be harder during corona, and how to overcome it.

Video explains grief through a series of characters who experience grief in different ways. It also gives tips for how to overcome grief such as taking time for it and practicing self-care. | 00:06:00

This video delves into how grief is bigger than only death and examines some of the emotions surrounding grief such as fear and anxiety. | 00:07:03

Lamenting piece about all the things that were different in 2020 and the various things we've had to grieve.

This article covers a list of tips for navigating grief during the holidays, a time that amplified sorrow for many.

Michael W. Rabow, MD, Medical Director of Palliative Care, Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center discusses ways to understand grief and the healing journey. | 00:06:06

General understanding of grief with information on coping as a family and supporting children.

Article discusses moving through grief and some stages that the bereaved may experience.

Video module presented by Grief Educator, Dr. Catherine Hajnal defining and discussing secondary and ambiguous loss.

Mental health experts discuss the importance of grief literacy in COVID-19.

Musing piece about lifestyle loss, feeling like you belong in your community, and death from coronavirus.

Argument for the importance of grief services and how these services are not being adequately provided.

Article constructs grief as a journey we must prepare for and encourages us to consult others who have been through it.

Uses the acronyms HEALERS and DERAILERS to describe grief milestones and barriers to wellbeing.

Stories of grief in the Indian diaspora community as the death toll continues to rise in India.

Booklet outlining the how to prepare for loss, what to expect after death, planning funeral services, supporting children, and others.

This resource includes when we feel grief, when someone you care about is dying, after someone you care about has died, resources

Exploration of a variety of grief-related topics such as physical restrictions and advance care planning.

Offerings from the Chaplaincy Innovation Lab, for all who are grieving and those who love them.

This article looks at how online and telephone therapy can be helpful to those coping with grief during COVID-19.

Booklet discusses different types of grief and how people can support each other, including children. Also includes suggestions for memorializing loved-ones.

"Grief guide" that outlines what grief is, how to plan funerals and memorials, supporting your health through grief, and other topics.

Article recommending connecting with others however you can.

Article suggests coping strategies such as acknowledging it’s a different time, doing self-care, and getting help.

This article outlines the need for a national strategy on grief, which has been illuminated by the pandemic.

Story of a family unable to gather to grieve because of the stay at home order and how people are trying to connect. | 00:03:08

Short video explaining the strain of not being able to have in-person funerals with advice for supporting ourselves and others. | 00:02:17

Covers financial stress, lifestyle loss, and death as well as the importance of naming grief and saying goodbye.

Writers reflect on the grief of lifestyle loss.

This article talks about losing someone during pandemic and not being able to say goodbye. Experts then recommend working on accepting grief.

Podcast that goes over stories of people lost to the pandemic and interview with Dr. Katherine Shear about managing "complicated" grief. | 00:43:50

Information about funeral guidelines in Ontario.

Info sheet outlining how family members and friends should handle their loved ones possessions to prevent spread of COVID after they pass.

Pamphlet from the Dougy Centre with helpful tips on how to cope with grief and lifestyle loss during the holidays.

Woman's narrative about losing a loved one to COVID-19 and finding support online. | 00:01:41

Description of Hindu perspectives on death and dying with implications for how care workers can use this in practice.

Dougy Centre podcast about navigating grief through the winter holidays and COVID-19. | 00:35:22

Community ideas for reducing loneliness among the homeless population.

A Q&A covering questions frequently asked by the bereaved, such as "Since my husband died a few weeks ago, I find myself doing things I never used to do, like losing my keys, and I even have found myself talking to his picture! Am I going crazy?"

Community accounts discussing the importance of fostering creativity in quarantine and how to do it.

Article outlines ways to tell if you're experiencing anticipatory grief.

Article outlines how art can be used to heal from loss during COVID-19.

Advice for artists on preserving their business, but also on creating community connections through art during the pandemic.

This article outlines ambiguous loss and how this term can describe many of our experiences through coronavirus. It encourages us to focus on what is possible.

Traditions must adapt to social distance rules at a time when for some, physical and spiritual closeness is most needed.

"We conducted a rapid review synthesising the quantitative and qualitative evidence regarding the effect of funeral practices on bereaved relatives’ mental health and bereavement outcomes."

List of tips on ways to grieve when a funeral is not possible.

Interview with a mental health expert about how to mourn when in-person practices are not possible. | 00:02:54

Article explores how gay, bi, queer, trans, and two-spirit men are uniquely affected by social distancing measures.

Article about how COVID-19 restrictions are interrupting prayer and death rituals for Muslims.

Collection of images and descriptions of street art that are COVID-related.

Narrative about how surfer Britt Merrick learned to cope with grief through surfing and spirituality.

Story of Clarence Brooks and how he used dance to cope with the loss of his sister.

Psychiatry experts discuss what grief is like, how to better understand what you are feeling, and ways to cope with the losses related to the pandemic. | 01:02:49

Article outlining how to create a memorial website. Focus is on creating memorial for an individual, but could be used for collective expressions of grief as well. *Not COVID specific

This article outlines how to cope with financial stress due to the coronavirus pandemic such as prioritizing your mental health and knowing your triggers.

A grief expert offers advice on how to comfort others, such as allowing them to talk, as well as ways to process your own grief during a pandemic.

List of ways to cope including make time for grief and acknowledge that grief is natural.

Short podcast outlining some coping strategies. | 00:09:17

Gives advice for coping with COVID-19 in a holiday context.

Brené Brown talks about how to deal with emotions such as grief, fear and anxiety during Coronavirus times. | 00:19:20

Podcast outlining coping strategies for grief during lockdown. | 00:52:00

Summary of advice from psychiatric experts on how to cope with grief of any kind including getting professional help and connecting with online communities.

This article explores the upsetting reality that many older adults are missing out on the enjoyment they would have felt in their final years due to lockdown. Article discusses how this loss is causing grief within this population.

Narrative of a woman reconnecting with Native culture through grieving and the pandemic.

Investigation of financial loss in recent migrants due to coronavirus.

Narratives of two-spirit individuals coping with lifestyle loss as a result of COVID-19.

Video news story about an art exhibit created during lockdown by black artists depicting their experiences with loss.

Examination of loneliness rates among young adults.

Examination of the mental health outcomes for older adults in Greece during social distancing, with attention to gender difference.

Article discusses the different types of grief that people can experience, which are not limited to death.

Article outlines the elements necessary for an Islamic funeral and how to achieve these elements within coronavirus guidelines.

Investigation of loneliness in lockdown, such as the steep increase in older adults using video conferencing platforms.

This is a validating article about how grief can cause emotions typically viewed as "negative". It argues that these negative emotions are natural and okay.

Interview between Stephen Colbert and Joe Biden about the overwhelming grief in the USA during COVID-19.

Blog post outlines the lack of resources for LGBTQ individuals grieving and the importance of finding support for coping with grief. *Not COVID specific

Videos covering topics such as honouring your parents' wishes, hope and denial, and what it means to have a "good" death. Resources available in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. *Not COVID specific

Videos covering topics like gendered grieving and talking about illness. Articles available in English and Amharic. *Not COVID specific

Videos addressing topics such as faith, food, and after-death traditions. Resources available in English and Tagalog. *Not COVID specific

Video modules covering topics such as traditional medicines at end of life, the social importance of food, and ceremonies. *Not COVID specific

Videos covering topics such as overcoming fear, legal documents, and talking to children. Resources available in English, Hindi, and Punjabi. *Not COVID specific

Videos covering topics such as improving care away from home and the importance of care in your own language. *Not COVID specific

Videos covering topics such as conflicting beliefs, understanding the system, and the gift of acceptance. Resources available in English and Farsi. *Not COVID specific

Videos covering topics such as resisting palliative care, accepting death, and running from grief. Resources available in English and Italian. *Not COVID specific

Videos covering topics such as culturally sensitive care and advocating for care.

Videos covering topics such as the stigma of hospice and depression. Resources available in English and Urdu. *Not COVID specific

Video covering topics such as failing a dying parent, what healthcare providers should know, and caring for elders at home. Available in English and Somali. *Not COVID specific

Worksheets on coping with grief covering topics such as reflection, support systems, understanding your feelings, caring for yourself and others, and activities. Some resources for adults and some for teens. *Not COVID specific

A measure of loneliness among homeless individuals in Germany. Examination of additional risk factors such as gender, age, and education.

Data depicting loneliness among older adults living alone during the first wave of coronavirus.

Article about the negative health outcomes of loneliness including reduced sleep, higher consumption of alcohol, and higher risk of suicide.

Examination of loneliness among older adults and the challenges of technology-based connection for this population.

Study pooled a sample of 3,012 English-speaking Canadian adults aged 18+ years looking for age and gender difference and controlling for marriage status, income, education, living alone, and employment status.

Study measuring loneliness rates in the UK.

Discussion of the effects of loneliness on older adult immigrants in Canada.

Comparison of data depicting loneliness and depression among English-speaking Americans before and during the pandemic.

Article describing the types of grief (ambiguous, latent, anticipatory).

CMHA description of different kinds of grief including ambiguous, latent, and anticipatory.

Explanation of pandemic grief, a term for the loss of lifestyle experienced during the pandemic.

Description of grief, different types of grief (such as job loss, relationship loss), and tips for managing grief.

This broad article covers the definition of grief, how to adapt to grief, and how to know when to get help.

Steps for coping with and bouncing back from coronavirus-induced financial stress.

Advice for managing grief during the holidays at Covid-19 including direction on how to make a plan.

Article about ways to cope with anxiety during COVID-19 with advice such as structuring days and staying active.

This personal narrative discusses how COVID-19 brings up memories of past losses as we are all surrounded by grief.

Tips for how families can memorialize their loved ones during social distancing, such as finding a special place and sharing memories online.

Data-driven article about the mental health of immigrants during COVID-19, with discussion of grief.

This extensive booklet goes over the common mental health impacts for frontline workers and learnings from others in the field.

In-depth module series about the experiences of healthcare/front line workers coping with anticipatory grief during the pandemic.

A Kaiser Family Foundation study found that LGBT people experienced the pandemic differently than non-LGBT people.

Podcast from the Dougy Centre depicting the narrative of a woman whose mother died from COVID-19. | 00:34:00

Gay USA hosts, Andy Humm and Ann Northrop, mourn COVID-19 related losses in the LGBTQ community. | 00:08:01

Thanks to social media, grief has become collective—even as the pandemic has made it a lonely affair.

Discussion of the importance of eulogy and how to eulogize through art.

Art pieces and poetry that express pandemic grief.

Personal narrative of a woman who lost her husband due to the coronavirus and how she is grieving in isolation.

Stories of families a year after loss.

Accounts of Ontario families trying to cope with grief without access to their coping strategies.

Artists share how they are staying creative while in isolation.

Article argues that Covid is causing us to collectively experience the Stages of Grief.

This article covers our immediate reactions to grief and our path to recovery through shared/collective grief.

Interview with Joy Simon, an artist, about the influence of art on coping with grief in her life.

Article explores how parasocial relationships with Youtubers can reduce loneliness among LGBT youth.

This article applies the Kubler-Ross Stages of Grief to experiences during the pandemic.

Examination of the experiences of people living with HIV during social distancing.

Narrative of a community member experiencing financial stress during the pandemic. Includes coping strategies.

Six poems and images depicting lifestyle losses and stress.

Digital book of poetry addressing different kinds of loss experienced through the pandemic.

Introduces the idea of Pre-TSD, which is traumatic stress related to the potential impact of COVID and the danger of infecting loved ones.

Description of how grief affects us and recommendations for how to move through grief using Indigenous spirituality.

This module underscores the important role of professional self-care for school personnel as they provide support to grieving students.

French info sheet about bereavement in those with intellectual disabilities.

This article reframes the idea of "getting over" grief into reconciliation, a process of healing. It acknowledges that we can feel love and joy at the same time as grief.

Examination of how CBT is being administered to grieving individuals during the pandemic.

Article provides a basic definition of grief and some links to helpful resources (all have been included on this site as well).

Outlines how COVID-19 is leading to prolonged grief disorder and introduces a new network for clinicians and researchers to collaborate and develop new approaches to bereavement care.

Video module outlining the way grief affects caregivers and their families. | 00:58:24

Coping strategies for seniors struggling during COVID-19.

Narrative of a South Asian journalist's grief and the importance of grieving collectively.

A conversation with Dr. Katherine Shear about how grieving is different during the pandemic. | 00:37:19

Article about the effects of social isolation on older South Asians living in Canada.

Discussion of the negative long-term health outcomes of loneliness as well as the best ways to address loneliness.

Info sheet with tips on how to do self-care as a healthcare worker during COVID such as allowing yourself to feel your feelings and setting realistic expectations.

Analysis of how institutions, such as hospitals, can provide better support for clinicians during the pandemic. Recommendations include fostering peer support and reaching out to vulnerable employees.

Infographic about the physical, mental, and behavioural signs and symptoms of grief.

Description of anticipatory grief, encouragement to listen to CDC, and suggestion of using breathing techniques to control anxiety.

Interview with grief expert who classifies pandemic grief as complex.

This article outlines that people experience grief for lifestyle loss.

This article discusses the state of the "in-between", where bereaved individuals face uncertainty alongside their loss. This can often make people feel "suspended in time".

Personal narrative of a woman who had COVID-19 and how inadequate government responses to the pandemic have lead to loss. | 00:45:12

3 powerful poems about losing loved ones during Covid-19.

*Not COVID specific

Discussion of the disruption to black death rituals and how POC are more affected by the virus.

Interview with a clinical psychologist about how to bolster ourselves to cope with loss and emotionally navigate changing funeral guidelines. | 00:44:25

Article exploring the role of technology in tackling lockdown loneliness.

Narrative of a woman reflecting on the coronavirus death toll.

Discusses topics such as the long-term effects of social isolation and the importance of prioritizing social needs.

Article about how the black community grieves powerfully for those killed by racial injustice because of their identification with the victims. Important to understand this grief happens alongside COVID grief*Not COVID specific

Coping strategies for dealing with loneliness during COVID-19.

Dr. Valerie Cole outlines the support offered by the Canadian Red Cross and the benefits of these services. | 00:26:54

Dr. Josh Black interviews about the meaning of dreams for wellbeing. | 01:19:43

Explanation of how COVID-19 may be setting the stage for a 'tsunami of grief.'

Article explores how grief is more palpable in the back community because of their higher rates of COVID death as well as deaths/abuses resulting from racial injustice.

Visual art series about feeling isolated in quarantine.

Discusses the difficulties of transitioning back to "regular" life after grief and provides words of affirmation for those experiencing this transition.

Survey of Americans to discover risk factors for loneliness such as age and chronic medical conditions.

Article argues that unsupported grief can turn into mental illness and advocates for a national strategy for grief.

Two poems about life changes and loss in lockdown.

This compilation of poems addresses coping strategies, death, lifestyle loss, and the emotional impact of the pandemic.

Explores the unique aspect of worrying for loved ones in other countries (India) that are struggling more with COVID, while fighting through this grief to provide support.

Information of how racialized communities are grieving differently during COVID and narrative of a woman's grief.

Article provides validation and tips for dealing with Covid-related grief such as giving space for reflection and talking about loss.

Blog post about a person’s loss of loved ones and how they learned to live with grief.

Examples of public grieving activities happening across Canada for lost Indigenous children.

This article gives tips to healthcare providers on how to sleep better while coping with pandemic stress.

This American study shows that each person who dies leaves, on average, 9 bereaved people in their wake.

"Channelling Walt Whitman, a visiting military medic records his daily observations and fears in verse."

Article explains that coping is finding ways to feel happy. Tips for finding happiness include feeling grateful and practicing positive thinking.

Ideas for individuals and communities to create private or public memorials. *Not COVID specific

A panel of experts from a variety of disciplines and backgrounds discusses what funerals and grief might look like during this global pandemic and beyond, moderated by Chaplain Zac Willette of Allay Care Services. Includes presentation slides. | 01:01:18

Article about how COVID-19 has brought up feelings of grief over past injustices as well as creating new ones.

Discussion of the difference between sadness and grief, moving beyond loss, and making loss meaningful.

Graphic depicting how grief is over time.

Outlines the losses of immigrant communities including financial, lifestyle, social, and more.

Discussion of how the pandemic may be causing some people to put their grief "on hold". | 00:33:25

Article discussing the isolating experience of grieving someone who did not practice pandemic safety and the strain of grieving alongside people who deny the pandemic.

Illustrated booklet on what to do after someone dies from coronavirus.

Video of a TED Talk given by Kelley Lynn. She discusses how instead of attempting to move on from grief we can make it a manageable part of our lives. | 00:17:00

Advice for how families can cope with being unable to visit a dying family member.

Discussion of the compounding effects of grief from police violence and coronavirus.

Comedy podcast consisting of interviews with healthcare professionals and others who have experienced grief. | 01:15:40

Large scale UK study identifying risk factors for loneliness during the pandemic.

Video spoken word poem about the changes that have resulted from pandemic guidelines. | 00:01:45

Survey research about the prevalence of prolonged grief disorder among the bereaved during Covid-19.

Discussion of the difficulties of Mother's Day for those who have lost a mother to the pandemic.

Dr. Patrice A. Harris, a psychiatrist and the president of the American Medical Association, discusses why it's important to grieve lifestyle loss. | 00:02:42

Here, experts talk about why you might be feeling this way, the stages of grief, and how to process your emotions.

Blog post explaining how the black community is grieving racial injustice and those lost to police violence. *Not COVID-specific

Description of collective grief and examples such as job loss. This article also gives suggestions for coping such as online therapy.

Overview of how healthcare workers are experiencing grief during the pandemic and a call for more established supports for workers.

Creative passage about the experience of grief during the pandemic.

Dougy Centre podcast about how grief workers can support themselves while struggling to support so many others during COVID-19. | 00:33:20

This article discusses how responses to the pandemic, such as being easily annoyed or struggling to finish tasks, are actually indicators of grief.

Narrative of a doctor working in the ER and witnessing patients die in isolation.

A blog post about the importance of poetry on healing.

Analysis of the religious poem, "Christmas Poem", from 1946 and how it applies to modern day Covid. The poem is uplifting and hopeful.

Discussion of the impact of loneliness on older Muslim immigrants in Canada.

Video of a dance number expressing feelings of grief during Covid-19. | 00:01:41