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What do I do when a death occurs while out of town or away from home?
It’s important that you contact the local medical authorities first (as well as the police, if appropriate) and then make sure to give us a call as soon as possible. We will work with you to make the necessary arrangement to get you and your loved one back home as quickly as easily as possible. Calling us will also help you to avoid duplication of efforts and fees.
Can I still have viewing and funeral services with cremation?
Definitely! In fact, we encourage you to do so. Choosing cremation only indicates how you’d like to care for your loved one after the service and doesn’t exclude you from celebrating and honouring their life in any way. Whether you’d like to have visitation beforehand,arrangeafuneralservicebefore cremation, or wait and hold the service after the cremation, we’re happy to help you design a meaningful service to accompany the cremation.
How long does the cremation process take?
Dependant on a persons size, weight, height the process can take between three
to five hours.
How can I be sure that the remains I receive are those of my loved one?
First of all, cremation of multiple people at the same time is illegal in Canada and many other countries, so the cremation chamber is not designed to hold more than one person at a time. In addition, cremation is regulated with strict procedures to follow ensuring services are held to the highest standard possible. All necessary paperwork and fees must be completed with local authorities, then a checklist is completed at the crematory. A metal disk with a unique ID number accompanies your loved one throughout the process until completion of you receiving your loved one’s ashes.
Where can I scatter my loved ones cremated remains? Are there any restrictions?
In general, the government does not regulate the scattering of ashes. Make sure you check with your local regulations beforehand, but most locations are usually okay as long as you are considerate and dispose of the container properly. If you wish to scatter the ashes on private land, it’s good practice to consult the landowner first.
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