Licensed funeral director and End of Life Doula Christa Ovenell is busting myths about funerals, and sharing practical tips on how to plan a funeral service that reflects your values and needs.  As a community-based Death Educator, Christa is the founder of Death’s Apprentice Education & Planning Inc., a company that specializes in holistic advance care planning for individuals and forward-thinking companies. 

Christa leads with her heart when it comes to guiding clients through death and funeral planning.  She’s also a great resource for funeral planning, making arrangements after a death to create a meaningful service, and having bold conversations about death and dying to help all of us get more comfortable with our mortality. 

Connect with EOL Doula and Funeral Director Christa Ovenell

Website:  deathsapprentice.ca  

Email:  hello@deathsapprentice.ca  

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