Dealing with death and dying is never the same for everyone. This week, we put grief in the spotlight with a package of stories that cover all angles: We spoke with Canadians who are opting out of traditional funerals in favour of celebrations of life for the ones they loved (we share their tips for planning the event, too.); We heard from readers who shared how they’re paying tribute to the ones they’ve lost, from hosting a potluck of mom’s favourite foods to taking up a hiking challenge; and finally, we rounded up expert advice on how to cope with grief yourself, or how to help someone who is suffering.

Also this week: We’ve been told to “adapt to AI or get left behind” and our parenting columnist has some thoughts about that, especially when it comes to AI and our kids. Here’s Katherine Martinko on why we need to fight back.

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