Cremation Services
Cremation has become the most popular choice for families in Canada. According to the Cremation Association of North America (2020), the cremation rate in Canada was 73.1% as of 2019, and is projected to continue to grow in popularity in the coming years. There are many reasons people choose cremation, some of which are highlighted on this page.
If you are interested in planning cremation services for yourself or a loved one, we have provided you with all the information you need to know before beginning the process on this page.
What is Cremation?
A Short History of Cremation Services
The Cremation Process
The Flame Cremation Process
What is Required to Arrange for Cremation?
- Is there a special set of clothes (such as a military uniform or favourite dress) your loved one would appreciate the thought of wearing? This will be a focus of the cremation arrangement conversation, and you will be advised by your funeral director as to your best options regarding jewelry or other valuable personal items.
- Are there any keepsake items you'd like to include in their cremation casket? Perhaps there's a special memento, such as a treasured photograph or letter? We sometimes suggest family members write cards, notes or letters to their deceased loved one, and place them in the casket prior to the cremation.
- Would you or other family members like to be present for–or participate to some degree in–your loved one's cremation? Because we know how healing it can be to take part in an act of "letting go", we welcome the opportunity to bring interested family or friends into the crematory. Please discuss your desire to participate with your funeral director.
- What will you keep the cremated remains or ashes in after the cremation or the service? Many families are simply unaware that they can purchase a cremation urn to be placed in a special place such as the family home. We offer a large selection of urns that will help memorialize your loved one. Ask one of our caring funeral director's to see the wide variety of urns.
Cremation Benefits
Cremation Costs are Only One Reason to Choose Cremation
He goes on to tell readers that the decline in nuclear families is another reason. "As more Americans live far from hometowns and parents, and as family burial plots have waned in popularity and accessibility, millions have turned to cremation as a practical and cost-effective way to care for a loved one's remains."
Are You Ready to Talk About Cremation?
- Industry Statistical Information, Cremation Association of North America
- What is Cremation, Cremation Association of North America
- Mathisen, Tyler, "Cremation is the Hottest Trend in the Funeral Industry"