Choosing a Legal Representative Did you know that your legal representative may, by law, change your funeral plans? Even if you make pre-arrangements, your plans can be altered or changed. This is why it is suggested that when you write a Last Will and Testament, whoever you appoint [...]
Supporting You Through Child Loss "There is no footprint too small to leave an imprint on this world". Losing a loved one is difficult and we have some amazing organizations that offer grieving help and peace of mind through the loss of a child. For example, Precious Angels [...]
Plan Before You Travel With Cremated RemainsDid you know that some countries require specific paperwork when travelling into the country with cremated remains?If you are planning on travelling with cremated remains, share those plans with your funeral director, so they can ensure you have the appropriate paperwork for when [...]
Flowers, Colour & Symbolization Did you know that the colour of flowers you choose to send someone can have special meaning? Pink symbolizes compassion, grace and innocence. Yellow is a colour symbolizing friendship, warmth and hope. It represents a bright and loving personality. White symbolizes purity, hope, elegance [...]
Willow Caskets & Shrouds for Green Burials There are a number of different options and products available when it comes to green burials. One option is a willow casket, made of completely natural and bio-degradable material. Another choice is a shroud, which is a natural fabric used to [...]
We Are Here To Support You The loss of a loved one or friend is never easy. Every person here at Essentials Cremation and Burial Services is more than happy to provide an ear if anyone needs someone to talk to or to connect you with professional grief [...]
Rally at Burgoyne Bridge This week, October 6 to October 12, 2019, we observe Mental Health Week in Canada. We are glad to see a community coming together to raise awareness on a topic that effects everyone. There will be a rally of hope taking place at the [...]
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Choosing meaningful funeral flowers isn't necessarily a funeral tradition from the past. To this day, flowers can personalize funerals, memorials and life celebrations. They bring a deeper meaning when remembering a loved one. This week, we are going to share some posts about flowers, besides the fact that [...]
Options for Dispositions At Essentials, we support different options for final dispositions: cremation, burial, entombment and green burials. We are always willing to provide information that allows for our families to see what options are available. Today we received our green burial poster, which outlines some basic rules [...]