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“Being able to console a devastated family is a special gift” — Terry's Story
After losing her great-grandson Brett, Terry found strength in the supportive environment of Candace House. She spoke of how important it was to have a place to ask questions, process painful updates, and feel human again in the midst of overwhelming circumstances. Her story is one of courage, community, and the quiet power of being supported.
May 9
"She Was Not Trash... She Was Our Everything": Offering Healing Spaces for Family Survivors of Homicide
“Candace House truly cares and it made us believe that good people do exist."
Dec 2, 2024
"Sometimes I question how I am still standing..."
The Chief Family's Story of Resilience My name is Corinne Chief - my brother was Felix Bernard Chief, who our family affectionally called...
Dec 15, 2023
"We didn’t have a place to release that stress of being in court..."
The Balaquit Family shares their painful experiences of attending court and the refuge they found at Candace House.
Jul 19, 2023
The Homicide Griever’s Bill of Rights
You have been injured by great loss. As a homicide griever, you have certain rights that bear repeating and upholding. 1. You have the...
Mar 10, 2023
“This institution (court building) reminds me of a residential school…”
Trigger warning The story you are about to hear contains distressing details may cause emotional discomfort. Please take a moment to...
Dec 9, 2022
"Many days we just didn't eat at all."
Trigger warning The story you are about to read contains distressing details may cause emotional discomfort. Please take a moment to...
Nov 24, 2022
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