Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd.
4902B 50 Avenue T9X 1A4 Vermilion, AB, Canada

We are extremely sad to see this mandated to funeral services. We of course respect the premises of why this action is taking place but are disheartened for those families who will have to suffer through this difficult period. Our love goes out to those who will have to experience the pain of loss in a very lonely time.

Lest we forget... Remembrance Day 2020 will be unlike no other as we see modified or even cancelled tributes that commemorate our veterans and fallen soldiers. Every year, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we gather in memorial parks, community halls, workplaces, schools and homes to stand in honour. And though public events are on hold, please join us in observing a two minute moment of silence at 11 a.m., wherever you may be, to mark the sacrifice of the many who have fallen in the service of their country, and to acknowledge the courage of those who still serve.

Hard to get work done when your supervisor is this adorable

One of the reasons we chose our location is that our building is connected to the Masonstar Hall. This is a great option for services and receptions up to 75 people.

Prearranged funerals are simple and easy to transfer from one funeral home to another. Contact us at 780-581-1550 and we can transfer the entire prearrangement to us with ease and at no charge to yourself. Even if you’re unable to re-assign the funds previous to your loved ones passing and your family happens to be in their time of need, we are still able to re-assign these benefits. Rest assured that Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd will take care of the entire process for you in a convenient and compassionate manner.

When it comes to commemorating your loved one, there are so many beautiful options. With the holiday season fast approaching, you may want to consider a personalized ornament. You can place a photo, name and dates and select the shape that you prefer (circle, square, oval, or heart). We also offer jewelry, frames, blown glass and keepsake urns. We would be happy to assist you with creating a lasting tribute.

Grief is complicated and it’s not something you just get over. That’s why we continue our care following the funeral and try to help you through the complexities of emotions you may be feeling. Reflections sends booklets to our families at the one month, three month, six month, and year anniversaries in hopes that you will find comfort through this difficult journey.

When it comes to your final arrangements, shouldn't you make the decisions? The arrangements you make will reflect your exact wishes and desires. Pre-arranging your own service will help to ease the burden of your loved ones. It will also alleviate any questions, problems or differences, which can occur among family members. You can provide us with information only or there’s an option of pre-payment. Pre-payment will protect you from the rising cost of prices, and it will not be a financial burden on your loved ones. When you plan ahead you know that your wishes will be fulfilled. Make an appointment with us at 780-581-1550 or you can complete your wishes with us online at: https://www.reflectionsfuneral.com/pre-arrangements

We’re inviting everyone to SPEAK UP to spark change. We have to talk openly and acknowledge how domestic abuse affects our communities, our families, and our lives. We have to be brave. Also, recognize that domestic violence can also be experienced by men. If you’re a man in an abusive relationship, it’s important to know that you’re not alone. However, men are often reluctant to report abuse because they feel embarrassed, fear they won’t be believed, or are scared that their... partner will take revenge. As an abused man, you may face a shortage of resources, a lack of understanding from friends and family, and legal obstacles, especially if trying to gain custody of your children from an abusive mother. Whatever your circumstances, though, you can overcome these challenges and escape the violence and abuse. Regardless of gender, ending a relationship, even an abusive one, is rarely easy. It becomes even harder if you’ve been isolated from friends and family, threatened, manipulated, and controlled, or physically and emotionally beaten down. Domestic violence and abuse can have a serious physical and psychological impact. The first step to protecting yourself and stopping the abuse is to reach out. Talk to a friend, family member, or someone else you trust, or call a domestic violence helpline.

Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Every year in November, people come together to recognize and raise awareness of the challenges that come from a diagnosis of lung cancer. It is through this recognition that individuals and groups have helped to make a difference for lung cancer patients, caregivers, family and friends. Special events and fundraisers are just some of the ways that communities are coming together to help support patients and raise awareness.

A wonderful program to show support to our seniors.

Thank and honour Canada's Veterans by making an online donation to The Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund. Any amount makes a difference!

Movember fundraisers are a global community of amazing individuals making a difference in mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. You can sign up to support this cause at https://ca.movember.com

Let’s see your photos of your beautiful families as we celebrate National Child Day! This day has been celebrated on November 20th each year since 1993. Celebrating National Child Day is about celebrating children as active participants in their own lives and in communities, as active citizens who can and should meaningfully contribute to decision-making.

Whether we like it or not, it would seem that winter is now upon us. The following link is some friendly tips as we go into this snow filled season. Stay safe!

It’s important to be mindful today of safety, as there will likely be some who will be out trick or treating. Remember to walk safely (look both ways on streets, stay with a parent, put electronic devices down), costume safely (stay warm, ensure proper fit, have flashlights if dark), drive safely (slow down and keep a watchful eye), and trick or treat safely (go to houses that indicate they’re giving out candy, have individually packaged items, have hand sanitizer available). Lastly, even with the restrictions, remember to have fun with your kids (in whichever way you best see fit).

As October comes to an end, we just wanted to remind everyone during Mental Health Awareness month that taking time for yourself is important. Recharge, balance yourself, and focus on your needs. Especially during these times, it’s more important than ever to connect with your mental state.

Today is Aspirin Exacerbated Respiratory Disease (AERD), also known as Samters Triad, Awareness Day. This disease is not well known and as a result, can be difficult to find assistance within the healthcare system. My husband personally suffers with this since his early 30s, which is typically when this disease comes into play. Once finding a support group, it was a tremendous help in finding direction on how to go about finding treatments (though it is not curable, just m...anageable). Symptoms of this disease include an allergy to NSAIDs (non steroid anti inflammatory drugs), nasal polyps, asthma, congestion, poor drainage, ear infections, chronic sinusitis, and loss of smell. It can certainly make day to day life more difficult and an aspirin allergy is very frightening when it turns anaphylactic. A great resource about this disease is: https://www.samterssociety.org See more

One of the services we offer online is a year of daily grief support. Our support in your time of need does not end after the funeral services. Enter your email on the provided link to receive a grief support message from us each day for a year. You can unsubscribe at any time.

I’ve often been asked as a Funeral Director, how we handle it. Honestly, one part of it is finding the good in every day. There are many, many hard moments. But we persevere, knowing we make a difference. Another part of it is having a good sense of humour. As such, one of my employees recently pointed out to me how their paycheques are received, as pictured below... Oops!

Those wishing to make donations to the Vermilion Food Bank are welcome to do so at our location or with the Vermilion Ag Society.

Working from front to back, we have our exterior, foyer and sitting area complete.

My favourite kind of work distraction...

A reminder of the sacrifices made for our country. This was a paratrooper song from WWII.

Registration is currently taking place. Should be a great learning opportunity for practicing tools for an enhanced well being.

If you are living with any of these life challenges below and find it difficult to pull yourself up out of those cloudy, dark, scattered, sad, perhaps even scar...y places in your mind, please reach out. I've been there...and have learned how to pull myself out. Rather than that dark heaviness settling in for days, weeks, or months, I am able to turn my thinking around in hours. If you want to know how to manage chronic depression, talk to me. Invest in your wellbeing and you will never regret it.

Join us on October 24, 2020 the third annual Brain Cancer Awareness Day in Canada or any day during International Brain Tumour Awareness Week, October 24 31, 2020, by wearing a hat, taking a selfie or group photo, and sharing it on social using #HatsForHope and tagging @braintumourfdn.

Vermilion you continue to honour and surprise me each day. My heart is so full as I see that we were nominated in three different categories for this years Small Business Awards. I am so thankful for the support and recognition Ive received. Words cannot do justice to the overwhelming emotion I feel knowing that I made the right decision and have the love of our community. Also to be amongst so many other amazing individuals / businesses is a reward in itself.

They say you lose someone twice when a loved one dies from Alzheimers Disease. It is a cruel and devastating process as you watch someone ebb away from who they once were. Ive experienced it first hand with several family members, in most recent years my grandmother who was diagnosed in her late 60s and passed a few short years afterwards. World Alzheimers Day is September 21st. Ive attached a video that helps to provide more understanding to the process of this disease and helping to raise awareness.

As previously mentioned, still a definite work in progress but the light is at the end of the tunnel. So excited to be able to post the final product.

With our renovations almost complete, we couldnt have done it without the assistance of some great local businesses: Rural Roots Florist, Mad-X Drywall, Twin D, Modern Edge Painting, Rona, UFA, Mainstreet Hardware, Decals and Sign Obsessions, Ultimate Glass, Valley Auto, Western Financial, Toma Fine Floors, Christinas Home Furnishings, Rejoyce Developments, Alberta Treasury Branch, Scotiabank, Co-op Gas, B&R Eckels, Vermilion River Law, Techno Computers, All Wheel Wash, Colleen Berg Photography, Round Corner Welding, and Town of Vermilion.

Its official! Our soft opening is this Monday, September 21st. All our inspections are passed and the office is on the verge of completion. We still have some minor projects / details to complete and organizing that we will still be working on, so we ask that you be understanding as it is still a work in progress. A grand opening will come in October, but in the meantime, its great to finally have a location thats open to serve the public.

When we found out about my job loss, Josh didnt skip a beat about the idea of us starting out on our own. I honestly didnt know if I could do it. At the time, I was seven months pregnant and our current economic climate is not optimal. But over the next few weeks, he continued to encourage me and give me the strength I needed. When I decided to make the plunge, he was behind me 100% and although theres some hard days, hes continued to support me time after time. Working tirelessly around the clock, I couldnt have accomplished this without him. He really has made my dreams a reality. A great business partner, but even more importantly, a wonderful life partner. Thank you for all youve done and continue to do.

If you have the time (approximately 15 minutes), this TED Talk encourages us to shift how we approach grief. "A grieving person is going to laugh again and smile again," she says. "They're going to move forward. But that doesn't mean that they've moved on.

Please click the following link for the service of Mary Chodakowski: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkgzdLIz1yY&t=13s If you wish to drop off cards or memorial donations, or would like to receive a card from the service, you can do so at Rural Roots Florists located at 4902A - 50 Avenue, Vermilion.

Our website offers some great resources, including talking to children of all ages about funerals and the grief process. For more information, visit our page at: https://www.reflectionsfuneral.com/talking-to-children

A new addition joined us last night. We are very excited to announce the birth of our son.

We all have our battles but we keep trying...

World Suicide Prevention Day is a chance for everyone to join us in promoting understanding about suicide : those impacted by a suicide attempt or loss, family or friends, charitable organizations, professionals, politicians, volunteers, and community members. Every year on September 10th, people in over 50 countries connect to Work Together to Prevent Suicide.

2020 marks the 16th year Childrens Craniofacial Association will observe September as Craniofacial Acceptance Month across the nation. Each year CCA families, friends, volunteers and related support groups band together to widen the circle of acceptance for individuals with facial differences.

Its certainly a work in progress but its wonderful seeing the details starting to come together...

With regulations for funerals encouraging social distancing and mask use, weve decided to personalized the ones for our staff.

Please click the following link for the service of Doug Wilson: https://youtu.be/yZnDCIsQLT0 If you wish to drop off cards or memorial donations, or would like to receive a card from the service, you can do so at Rural Roots Florists located at 4902A - 50 Avenue, Vermilion. Due to a technical issue with the microphone system and weather conditions, the first 15 minutes of the service are dubbed over for better sound quality.

Yesterday our new tent arrived, making it possible to offer our families reprieve at a graveside whether its rain or shine.

Fall harvest season has started for some and will soon be in full force. As such, rural drivers can expect to share the road, not just on gravel roads but main highways as well, with large farm implements. Its important for drivers and farm equipment operators to remain alert at all times and be considerate of each other. Here are some good driving tips to keep in mind during harvest season: Always be on the lookout for farm machinery. Remember it can unexpectedly turn onto ...public roads from a field or driveway. Farm machinery typically travels at 40 kph or less, so be prepared to slow down in order to avoid a rear-end collision. Keep a safe distance. This gives better visibility to both drivers and equipment operators. Allow adequate time and distance for farm equipment to make wide turns. Just because you see the equipment does not mean the equipment operator sees you. We pray for a safe and successful harvest in 2020!

Prostrate Cancer... its an awkward and personal topic but September brings awareness to this important and critical issue. Below is a link that breaks down the specifics and information on what you should know.

This week is filled with mixed emotions as our children return to school. Though there are many uncertainties, we hope for a positive experience and are praying for the safety of our community. Good luck students (and parents) in our 2020/21 school year.

Now that September is here, we thought it best to give you a renovation update. As mentioned in previous posts, we are currently accepting funerals and are able to meet in an alternate location while these renovations are being completed. We also can accept cards and donations at Rural Roots Florist. This week we are onto PAINTING! Once we are into the weekend we will be full force into the details of doors, and sinks, and cabinets, and desks, and furniture, and yadda yadda yadda. Therefore our plan of opening in September will still be on track! We will definitely be keeping everyone in the loop on our progress. Thank you all for your patience and understanding.

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held on 31 August each year and aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. It also acknowledges the grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have died or had a permanent injury as a result of drug overdose. International Overdose Awareness Day spreads the message that overdose death is preventable. Thousands of people die each year from drug overdose. They come from ...all walks of life. Processing death or injury from substance use is a special kind of grief. Most feel shame and guilt. Many, who fear judgment, compartmentalize their grief. No community is immune to drug poisoning. In every place we go, drug poisoning affects people we meet and work and interact with. How can we help those in our community? Loved ones can and do recover with the right treatment with lasting solutions, saved lives, and sustained recovery.

Suicide Prevention Day is September 10th. Attached is an article by WTG on how you can prepare for this day.

Although the graduation ceremonies this weekend are quite different than what we are accustomed to, we wish everyone a safe and joyful celebration of your accomplishment.

Our new pens are in and Im strangely excited how theyre already lighting up my day!

This past month we have received numerous inquiries concerning pre-arrangements (pre-paid funerals) and the ability to transfer from one funeral service provider to another. Rest assured, this is a possibility and at no cost to you. Prearranged funerals are simple and easy to transfer. If youve received correspondence recently about your pre-arrangement, there is an option to transfer to another provider at no cost. You can complete this letter and return it to the originat...ing provider and they will ensure the transfer is completed. Otherwise, just contact us (780-581-1550) and we can transfer the entire prearrangement to us with ease and at no charge to yourself. Even if youre unable to re-assign the funds previous to and your family happens to be in their time of need, we are still able to assist. Rest assured that Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd will take care of the entire process for you in a convenient and compassionate manner. See more

Swag day! Business cards, mouse pads, and USB sticks received. Slowly but surely everything is coming together.

Very compassionate and professional service. Very precise and accurate in organizing and planning our Mothers funeral in 2018 in their previous location. I would strongly recommend them! Thank you Candice and Bethany for your wonderful service.

Want to know more about owners Candice & Josh Anderson envision for how Reflections is here to serve Vermilion and area? Check out the About Us section of our website at: https://www.reflectionsfuneral.com/about-us