Upcoming & Ongoing Fundraisers

MONKEY BUSINESS – Ongoing Fundraiser

MONKEY BUSINESS – ongoing Fundraiser by Marlene St.John – mother to the late Shane

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I have made a collection of 52 monkey styles that are available for sale. Each one is “one of a kind” however if what you choose has already been purchased,

I will re-make any one of them to resemble, as closely as possible, to your choice including the fabrics and accessories.

Special requests are available within reason. You can request the PDF catalogue by emailing or calling me directly. 

So, may I encourage you to think about participating in this project by buying one or more monkeys?

They are recommended for age 4+ and that includes adults!

These monkeys would be perfect to give as gifts or to sit on your bookshelf, in your office or in another special place.

Here is a little information about each monkey:

– the monkeys and outfits are hand made in Canada by me (Marlene, Shane’s Mom) and made with much love.

-each monkey is approximately 18” – 22” in height depending on the design.

-each monkey has inserted into it, one rose quartz crystal to represent the monkey’s heart.

The rose quartz crystal is typically known as a healing crystal and is the stone of universal love.

These rose quartz crystals come from a big collection of gemstones and crystals that belonged to Shane.

-to make ordering easier, each monkey has been named by immediate family and all have a special meaning to us.

However, please feel free to re-name your monkey to whatever you would like once you receive it.

-all appendages are double, or triple sewn for secure attachment.

-the eyes are triple sewn and glued for secure attachment.

-each monkey is hand washable – lay flat to dry, as indicated on the sewn-on label.

-all proceeds from the sale of the monkeys will go to BFO-D. I am contributing the cost of all the material and my time to the cause.

Thank you for your generous support of this project.

If you request a catalogue, please feel free to pass it on to anyone whom you think would like a very special monkey for a very special cause!

With many thanks,

Marlene St.John and all of Shane’s family

Email:  monkeybusinessworkshop2022@gmail.com      Phone: 416-529-2565

Grief Uprooted Podcasts and My Sister Marie Fundraising Books

Unearth the transformative power of navigating grief in this soulful podcast journey.
Join with Christine as we explore the depths of loss, resilience, and the profound healing that comes with embracing our emotions.

Check out this moving interview with Jenn Carter as she shares about her grief journey and talks about her new children’s book about sibling loss. All proceeds of Jenn’s book go back to BFO Durham Region to support the ongoing work for those who need it most. Jenn’s book is available at the BFO Durham Region office.
Click to Donate https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/bereaved-families-of-ontario-durham-region/

To listen to the podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/griefuprooted/episodes/Trailer-e2ciud6/a-aao45ha

To Listen to Jenn Carter’s story https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/griefuprooted/episodes/Episode-19—Jenn-Carter-e2ikg82

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Memorial Butterfly – Outdoor version now available

The memorial butterflies sold by BFO Durham Region are now available to order in an outdoor version.
Each butterfly will come mounted on a metal spike along with a plaque with the name and dates of your loved one.
They can be purchased for the same price as those on our memorial wall in the BFO Durham Office $100.
(A tax receipt for $60 will be issued for each purchase)
To place your order please call Bereaved Families of Ontario at 905-579-4293

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BFO-Durham’s Angels’ Tree Ceremony 2026 info & Order Form

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Info Box

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19th, 2026 @ 7.30pm
The Angels’ Tree of Light Memorial Service
The holiday season can be a difficult time for families who have lost a loved one. Once again we will decorate the tree with Angels and clear lights, in our loved ones’ memory. Your loved one’s name will be written on an Angel and will also be displayed on a plaque beside the tree.
The venue is the same as last year:- Monsignor Paul Dwyer Catholic High School, 700 Stevenson Rd N, Oshawa, ON L1J 5P5
Please complete this form and drop it off or email to our office.
To ensure the name of your Angel is listed in the Programme, your order and donation must be received at our office by the end of office hours on Wednesday November 4th, 2026
Angels may be taken with you after the service. Angels not taken will be available at the BFO-Durham Region office for pickup from Monday, November 23rd 2026.
Phone: 905-579-4293 Toll Free: 1-800-387-4870 Fax: 905-579-7403
Email: bfodurham@bellnet.ca Website: www.bfodurham.net

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