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To do or not to do – Funeral and Memorial Services

Posted by wpadmin on August 27, 2012 in Cemetery and Cremation

As I type this blog the words from many conversations with many people come to mind; conversations about funerals and how some people do not want others to see them dead in a casket and the opposite response is also mentioned. Some people worry and are concerned about how they will look when a […]

Cremation and Do It Yourself (DIY) Funerals

Posted by wpadmin on August 20, 2012 in Cemetery and Cremation

Cremation as a viable burial option has been increasing in acceptance and personal choice in North America. The cost is a reason given by many individuals for this choice. Hmmm…is there really much difference in cost? The basic, average cost for a cremation alone is approximately $500.00 in Southern Ontario but added to this are […]

My Friend is Dying

Posted by wpadmin on August 13, 2012 in Cemetery and Cremation

Recently I was told my friend has cancer and was given approximately 2 months to live. Well, 2 months is just a number and no one can say for sure how long someone will live. I reacted with shock, dismay, sadness then the realization that time is limited and if I want to see my […]

Do you know what’s going on in the funeral, cremation and cemetery business?

Posted by wpadmin on August 7, 2012 in Cemetery and Cremation

As of July 1, 2012 the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act provides important consumer protection. Here is a brief outline of the law you should be aware of before you enter into a contract. Funeral, cemetery or crematorium operators must; Give you a current price list of all the supplies and services they offer […]