The Memorial Tree is a travelling awareness display created to honour lives lost to suicide, foster open conversation, and provide space for reflection and connection within the community.

The display offers a meaningful memorial where visitors can pause, remember loved ones, and access information related to grief, loss, suicide prevention, and mental health. It has been hosted at multiple libraries across Simcoe County and continues to be welcomed as a powerful and impactful initiative.

Hosting the Memorial Tree
We welcome libraries, community centres, schools, and public organizations who wish to support mental health awareness and community dialogue.

There is no cost to host the display.

Display Details
Approx. 4 feet high x 4 feet wide x 1 foot deep

Heavy and not easily moved once installed

Requires a visible and safe space sufficient in size for the tree and surrounding book display.

The Council manages delivery, setup, and takedown

The typical hosting duration is 1–3 months, though longer timeframes may be requested and considered.

Host Responsibilities
Host locations are asked to:

Provide a safe, visible, accessible space large enough for the display and related materials

Curate and display books related to loss, grief, death, suicide, and mental health

Promote awareness within the community during the display period

We can provide a suggested book list that has been used at other locations, though we welcome and encourage each host to curate a collection that reflects their community.

Booking the Memorial Tree
All hosting requests must be submitted through our online booking form (google form).

Bookings are coordinated by Sarah Orr on behalf of the Simcoe County Suicide Awareness Council. If you are having trouble submitting a request please email Sarah @ orrtho119@gmail.com

Destinations of the Memorial Tree

Current: Feb 28th-April 25th, 2026, Essa Library (Angus)