Many people are opting to be cremated as opposed to being buried. Cremations are an environmentally friendly, affordable, and effective method for final disposition.
Getting cremated is not a new process, but there are still many myths and misconceptions surrounding cremations. A quick search through Google will provide all sorts of misinformation surrounding the process, costs, and environmental impacts. To dispel some common cremation myths, our team has highlighted five to clear up.
Unfortunately, many people do not like to talk about death or what will happen after we are gone. However, death is an inevitable part of life, and if you have some definite ideas about what you want for a funeral, then you should plan for that ahead of time.
Cremation is a popular alternative to a traditional burial. Cremations are more affordable and provide additional customization options. There are two common types of cremation: flame and liquid.
The decision to have your body cremated instead of buried is very personal. However, once that choice has been made, it may not be remembered or respected. There are a few things you can do to make sure your final wishes are followed:
Final arrangements are very personal decisions and for those without a religious tradition, either choice is perfectly acceptable. For those curious about how religion impacts the choice, here are what the major religions say about cremations:
There is no shortage of rules and regulations regarding death and burial in British Columbia. However, the rules regarding when a cremation may be performed are quite simple. Cremation may only take place when two conditions have been met. First, the cremation must not take place for at least 48 after a death and, second, the death must be properly registered with the Department of Vital Statistics.
