Andrew McGee Are you considering a cremation for yourself or a loved one but want to know more about what exactly what is involved? If you are looking for a step-by-step detailed explanation of the cremation process then this article has you covered. We all know how difficult it can be to make a decision about something … Read more
Cremated remains, ‘cremains’, and ash scattering After a cremation is performed, the cremated remains, often referred to as cremains, are not actually “ashes” but rather dried bone fragments that have been pulverized to dust. They have a consistency not dissimilar to sand and often contain small fragments of bone. Ashes, in this way, pose no … Read more
In what is thought to be the largest disinterment of human remains in Ontario’s history, the cremains of 500 people have been removed from their former resting places. The project, which is taking place at St. James Cemetery in Toronto, is an attempt to save the gravesite from erosion. This is due to the location … Read more
This short guide aims to answer some of the questions you may have if the deceased is taken to the Medical Examiner’s, including how to go about making funeral arrangements and any further considerations you might have. In general, the Medical Examiner will attempt to determine: the identity of the deceased the date and place … Read more
This guide to shipping cremated remains aims to highlight exactly what you need to know to transport cremated remains, either within Canada or to another country. The cremation rate has risen to 73.1% as of 2020, making it the number one final disposition choice in Canada. Add to this the increased dispersion of families, as … Read more
As of 2020 the cremation rate in Canada was at an all-time high of 73% (Statista 2020), and it will likely continue to rise as families seek an affordable final arrangement for their lost loved-ones. Add to this the impact of the COVID pandemic, the fact that more people are faced with having to make … Read more
The cremation rate in Canada rose from 48% in 2000 to 72% in 2018, according to the Cremation Association of North America, which uses data from provincial vital statistics departments. And it continues to rise as more families are opting for cremation as an alternative to a traditional burial service. It’s plain to see that the … Read more
Today, we are seeing more and more funeral homes adapting to the digital revolution and adopting alternative approaches such as live streaming funeral services or offering the option of arranging a funeral or cremation entirely online. The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted how much more important these offerings are as travel was significantly restricted, and people … Read more
Why choose whole body donation? Many Canadians today are becoming much more open to the option of donating their body to science. This openness about what death means brings with it new values, preferences, and opinions that are changing traditions and creating funeral alternatives. People want alternatives to funeral arrangements and choices concerning the final … Read more
Arbor Memorial Services is a Canadian-owned and based funeral company established in 1947. Their Head Office is based in Toronto, and they own 41 cemeteries, 27 crematoria, 5 reception centres located on cemetery premises, and 92 funeral homes across the provinces of Canada. According to their company website, they serve over 18,000 Canadian families a … Read more