This week, on Good Medicine with Christian Lafontaine…
We take a sneak peek inside the new Peepeekisis Funeral Home—the first Indigenous-owned and operated funeral home in Saskatchewan, located in Treaty 4 territory.
Our special guest, Managing Funeral Director Christian Lafontaine, shares why the community needed a dedicated space instead of a school gym, and how bringing services close to home surrounded by family, community, and culture makes all the difference. The 10,000 sq. ft. facility accommodates 275 to 400 people and features a Medicine wheel ceiling design in the great hall, specialized ventilation for indoor smudging, acoustic engineering for drumming and traditional gatherings, and an outdoor sacred fire pit, while bringing employment and financial benefits to the area.
Christian also discusses how personal grief shapes his compassionate approach, the importance of follow-up support after funerals, self-care practices through walks, nature, and prayer, alongside customizable services, on-site cremation, and an open-door policy.
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