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Reselling Cemetery Property You may resell interment or scattering rights to another person if the cemetery by-laws permit it. (For example, you could advertise them on platforms like Kijiji or Facebook Marketplace.) If you choose to resell, you must notify the cemetery operator, who will then transfer the rights to the new owner. Please note: rights cannot be resold for more than the price listed on the cemetery’s current price list. If the cemetery by-laws do not allow resale to a third party, the cemetery operator must buy back the rights from you at the current price list value, minus any amounts already paid into the cemetery’s care and maintenance fund. The cemetery operator may also charge an administration fee for processing a resale. However, cemeteries are not required to buy back rights for a grave in a plot (two or more graves purchased together) if any grave within that plot has already been used. If you have any questions regarding this, please feel free to reach out...

  What Is a Funeral? A funeral is more than just a ceremony - it’s a meaningful way to honour a life, bring people together, and begin the healing process after a loss. At its core, a funeral is a ritual that allows family and friends to say goodbye, celebrate the life that was lived, and offer comfort to one another. It’s a tradition found in every culture, religion, and corner of the world. And though practices may differ, the purpose remains the same: to remember, to grieve, and to support. Funeral Myths A Funeral has to involve visitation and a formal ceremony Funerals are different than a Celebration of Life or Wake Funerals have to be at a church or funeral home Funeral Homes don't do Basic Cremations or Celebrations of Life Funerals come in many forms, especially in today's world. They come in different names such as "Celebration of Life", "Wake", "Memorial Service". Even going out as a family for dinner at their favourite restaurant to ce...

What to Include in an Obituary: A Simple, Helpful Guide Writing an obituary is one of those tasks no one ever really expects to do - until they have to. It can feel overwhelming: How do you sum up a life in just a few short paragraphs? The truth is, you don’t have to capture everything. A meaningful obituary doesn’t need to be long or fancy - just thoughtful and true to the person. Whether you’re writing for a loved one or planning ahead for yourself, this                                        guide offers a simple structure to help you get started. --- Basic Information to Include Start with the essentials. These are usually the first lines of an obituary: Full name (including maiden name, if applicable) Age Date and place of death Where they lived > Example : John Michael Anderson, 78, of Hamilton, Ontario, passed away peacefully at home on July 1, 2025. --- A Brief Life Story This ...