Park Memorial: A Proudly Canadian Family-Owned Business

Park Memorial • March 21, 2025

At the heart of our daily operations lies a deep-rooted pride in being a Canadian family-owned and operated business.

While other funeral homes in Canada are owned by US corporations, we are proud of our Canadian heritage. Our journey, steeped in tradition and expertise, has always been guided by the principle of serving families with unwavering care and respect during their most challenging moments. In celebrating our Canadian heritage and family values, we continue to uphold the standards that make us not just a business, but an integral part of the community's fabric. Our enduring commitment is to serve with heart, and to be there, always, for those who trust us in their times of need.

"I selected the name Park Memorial at a time when all other funeral homes in Edmonton carried the names of their owners. I wanted to ensure there were no overtones suggesting a preference to serve one religious denomination or a specific ethnic group over another."

~ Tod Smolyk, Founder of Park Memorial


Our commitment echoes the values that are essential to the Canadian identity: inclusion, diversity, empathy, and resilience. We believe in fostering a community where every person is equal, and everyone feels welcomed and supported, mirroring the spirit of unity and diversity that defines our great nation. Our product line continues to offer a strong selection of Canadian-made caskets and urns. Through every service we provide, we strive to embody the strength and compassion that Canadians are known for, ensuring that each family experiences a sense of belonging and peace during their most trying times.


Click here to learn more about our proudly Canadian family-owned business.

What to Expect at Our Monthly Grief Support Programs

By Park Memorial • October 10, 2025
Grief has no timeline, no rulebook, and no “right way” to move through it. At Park Memorial, our monthly grief-support programs — Art for the Grieving Heart and Men’s Grief Support* — were created to offer a safe, welcoming space for anyone navigating loss.

Honouring, Healing, and Carrying Forward: Reflections on Truth and Reconciliation

By Park Memorial • September 30, 2025
On September 30, Canadians pause for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

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By Park Memorial • September 10, 2025
Standing Together in Hope & Care

National Grief Awareness Day

By Park Memorial • September 1, 2025
August 30th was marked as National Grief Awareness Day, and while we missed the official calendar date, we reflect on this truth: grief doesn’t live on a calendar. It doesn’t circle one day in August or only come up during anniversaries and holidays.

Leaves, Laughter, and Letting Go - Our Grief Walks Begin

By Park Memorial • August 7, 2025
Last night, under the golden light of the soft evening sun, we gathered for the first in our summer series of Grief Walks—gentle steps taken in the company of others, held by nature, memory, and quiet connection.

Step-by-Step Guide: What to Do with a Loved One’s Facebook Account After They Pass Away

By Park Memorial • July 24, 2025
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A Season of Connection

By Park Memorial • June 26, 2025
Last night marked the final gathering of our Men’s Grief Support program for the season*— and what a meaningful close it was. Over the past several months, this group has grown not only in numbers, but in connection, trust, and true community. To celebrate that growth, we decided to do something special: we hosted a di

Remembering Our Losses: 2025 Baby Memorial

By Park Memorial • May 30, 2025
On a warm spring afternoon, families, healthcare professionals, and community members gathered at Park Memorial Funeral Home for the 2025 Baby Memorial Service—an annual tradition every May, dedicated to honouring and remembering babies who died during pregnancy, at birth, or in early infancy.

I Wish I Would Have…

By Park Memorial • April 2, 2025
My Dearest Daughter, as I write this letter, I can already feel the weight of my absence pressing upon you. There is so much I wish I could have told you, so many moments I wish I could have shared with you. But now, as you face the daunting task of being my Executor, I realize how much I have failed to prepare you for what lies ahead.

Navigating the Stress of Being an Executor

By Park Memorial • March 25, 2025
Being named the executor for a loved one is both an honour and a significant responsibility. As you step into this role, it is understandable to feel overwhelmed by the myriad of tasks and decisions that lie ahead. While the process can be complex and time-consuming, it is essential to approach it with warmth, empathy, and unwavering professionalism.
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