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Digging Deep

GFD

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/14d. Total Eps: 42

The Digging Deep podcast by GFD is created for time-pressed bereavement professionals, who want the knowledge and inspiration they need to navigate a complex and evolving sector.

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16/09/2026
#73
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15/09/2026
#68
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14/09/2026
#38
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13/09/2026
#36
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12/09/2026
#30
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11/09/2026
#18
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08/09/2026
#62
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31/07/2026
#67
🇨🇦 Canada - Non Profit
25/07/2026
#84
🇨🇦 Canada - Non Profit
16/07/2026
#100

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Life Behind the Cemetery with Christina Furtado-Burke

Season 1 · Episode 41

Thursday, July 23, 2026 • Duration 22:59

Behind every beautiful cemetery is a team of dedicated people committed to serving families and preserving memories.

In episode 39 of Digging Deep, GFD’s President & CEO Heather Kiteley is joined by Christina Furtado-Burke from Woodlawn Memorial Park in Guelph, Ontario, to explore what life behind the cemetery really looks like.

From everyday responsibilities to meaningful connections with families, the conversation highlights the heart, purpose, and people behind the profession.

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Sacred Spaces, Shared Moments: Reimagining Cemeteries for Community with Nick McCarthy

Season 1 · Episode 40

Thursday, July 9, 2026 • Duration 20:55

What happens when we begin to see cemeteries as more than a place of remembrance?

In episode 38 of Digging Deep, GFD’s president & CEO Heather Kiteley sits down with Nick McCarthy, Director of Marketing, Communication and Community Outreach at Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa, Ontario, to discuss how cemeteries can become welcoming spaces that bring communities together.

Their conversation explores innovative outreach, meaningful engagement and the evolving role of cemeteries in preserving history while creating opportunities for connection.

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Final Honours: Stories of Repatriation & Military Farewells with Allan Cole

Season 1 · Episode 39

Thursday, June 25, 2026 • Duration 50:05

Honour. Duty. Care.

In episode 37 of Digging Deep, President & CEO Heather Kiteley speaks with Allan Cole, Owner and President of MacKinnon & Bowes LTD., about repatriation and military farewells, sharing powerful stories behind these final journeys.

A deeply moving conversation.

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Why a National Association Matters with Pam Moss

Season 1 · Episode 38

Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 22:07

What does the future of deathcare look like?

In episode 36 of Digging Deep, President & CEO of GFD and FSAC Board Member Heather Kiteley connects with Pam Moss, Executive Director of the Funeral Service Association of Canada (FSAC), to discuss FSAC’s vision and the path forward for the profession.

A must-listen for those shaping what comes next.

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The Changing Landscape of Funeral Homes with Brett Denning

Season 1 · Episode 37

Thursday, May 28, 2026 • Duration 23:02

The funeral profession is evolving – fast!

In episode 35 of Digging Deep, President & CEO Heather Kiteley sits down with Brett Denning, Owner and Funeral Director of Denning Funeral Homes, to discuss the changing landscape of the funeral sector and what it means for the future.

Insightful, relevant, and forward-looking.

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Honouring Loved Ones: The Importance of Final Resting Places with Marc Bisson

Season 1 · Episode 36

Thursday, May 14, 2026 • Duration 23:04

Why do final resting places matter so deeply?

In this episode of Digging Deep, President & CEO Heather Kiteley sits down with Marc Bisson, Managing Director of Catholic Cemeteries for the Archdiocese of Ottawa-Cornwall, to discuss the lasting significance of final resting places. Together, they explore how these spaces provide comfort, connection, and a sense of legacy for families navigating loss.

From evolving preferences to the emotional significance of places, this conversation offers a meaningful perspective for professionals who support families every day.

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Living Above the Legacy: Sharon McGarry’s Journey in Funeral Service

Season 1 · Episode 35

Thursday, April 30, 2026 • Duration 22:20

Legacy is not just what we inherit; it is what we build.

In episode 33 of Digging Deep, GFD’s President and CEO Heather Kiteley speaks with the President of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, in Ottawa, Ontario, Sharon McGarry. They talk about leadership, succession, and shaping the future of funeral service. Sharon’s story is a compelling reminder of how deeply family, legacy, and innovation can intertwine within funeral service.

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What Canadians Really Think About Death: Part 2

Season 1 · Episode 34

Thursday, April 16, 2026 • Duration 23:54

Part Two is Here.

In this continuation of our Funeral Service Association of Canada (FSAC) 2025 panel discussion led by GFD’s President and CEO Heather Kiteley, featuring Patrick Curry, Becky Steckly, and Ryan McLane. This episode challenges us to understand Canadians' thought processes and their views on death.

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What Canadians Really Think About Death: Part 1

Season 1 · Episode 33

Thursday, April 2, 2026 • Duration 23:41

What Canadians think about death and what deathcare professionals assume are not always aligned.

In episode 31 of Digging Deep, President and CEO Heather Kiteley hosts a dynamic panel discussion recorded at the 2025 Funeral Service Association of Canada (FSAC) conference. Panellists Patrick Curry, Rebecca Steckly, and Ryan McLane explore the realities behind consumer attitudes toward death and funeral planning.

This is part one of a two-part conversation series that challenges assumptions and encourages deeper discussion.

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East Meets Central: Comparing Funeral Trends from Ontario to Nova Scotia with Patrick Curry

Season 1 · Episode 32

Thursday, March 19, 2026 • Duration 24:20

Is funeral service evolving the same way across Canada?

In episode 30 of Digging Deep, President and CEO Heather Kiteley sits down with Patrick Curry, President of C.L. Curry Funeral Services Ltd. in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, to explore how trends differ between Ontario and Nova Scotia. From cremation to personalization expectations, regional nuances matter.

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Digging Deep – Details, episodes & analysis

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Digging Deep – Details, episodes & analysis

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