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Do I need to have an embalming? purchase of a casket or urn. Funeral
No. In fact some religions forbid directors work an average of 40 hours
embalming. However, some countries per funeral. The cost of operating a
require embalming by law in order for funeral home is factored into the cost
remains to leave or enter the country. as well. Funeral homes are a 24 hour
If it is not against your religious operation, with extensive facilities that
custom, embalming is recommended, need to be maintained.
especially if there is an extended
gap between death and burial or What do I do if am not satisfied with
cremation. the way a funeral was handled?
The Bereavement Authority of
How much does a funeral cost? Ontario administers provisions of
The cost of the funeral varies the Funeral, Burial and Cremation
depending on the wishes you have. Services Act, 2002 (FBCSA) on
The average cost of a funeral is behalf of the Ministry of Government
between $3,000-$5,000. The cost and Consumer Services. They also
includes all professional services investigate any complaints received
including transportation, embalming from the consumer. They can be
and other preparations, the use of a contacted at: 647-483-2645
facility for the ceremony, and the
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