novel coronavirus (covid - 19) update
due to the recent directive from the health authority of nova scotia, our funeral homes are taking the necessary precautions to keep you and our staff safe from this virus.
We are available by phone at any time to serve you as best we can given the circumstances.
we advise you to call and make an appointment before coming to the funeral home. we are here for you and your family at this difficult time and will answer any questions pertaining to funeral arrangements.
Thank you for understanding and stay safe.
Basil r. and kenny mcgillivray
Welcome to V. J. McGillivray Funeral Home

Please feel free to browse our pages to learn more about pre-planning a funeral and grief support, as well as the traditional funeral and cremation services that we have to offer. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at anytime, we are available by phone or e-mail, or drop by the office in person. We are always here to help.
We understand that it is not always possible to attend a service or visitation in person, so we encourage you to use our beautifully designed interactive online tributes to pay your respects. Leave a condolence, share a memory, post a photo, light a candle and more!
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