Why The Cremation Rate Is Increasing
Although cremation does not appeal to everyone, it is definitely on the increase, especially in Canada where the cremation rate has risen fifteen percent in the last 15 years or so.
Burning the body at a very high temperature, the cremation process reduces the human body to ash. After the ashes have cooled down, any larger bones are then taken out and pulverized.
The ashes of the deceased are then preserved in an urn, either at the family home or at the funeral home itself or indeed, scattered at a favourite place of the departed. Keeping the ashes in the family home is beneficial for many families that live abroad and are not able to visit a grave. Specially designed urns can be bought to satisfy your needs with specifically made urns for children, women, men and even the family pet!
Statistics have shown that, generally due to financial reasons, nearly thirty percent of the Canadian population now choose cremation rather than a traditional burial. Soaring costs of tombstones, burial plots and coffins have added to the rise of cremations and a direct cremation can cost as little as $600. The average cost of a burial is estimated at approximately $2,500 to $10,000.
Research also states that around 14% of the population of Canada opt for cremation as it is less stressful and easier to arrange than a normal burial.
Similar to a traditional burial service a memorial service can still be held where close [family and friends can read speeches or poems and favourite songs and hymns can be played.}
If you have opted for cremation, then it is important that your family carry out your wishes and give you the cremation and memorial service that you deserve. Ensure all relevant paperwork is available and close family know where to find it, this way you know your cremation will go as planned. They will also have to be informed as to what funeral home you will be using, so make sure contcat details for the funeral director are available.
More information and resources on funerals can be found here
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