Choosing a burial site is a deeply personal and significant decision involving a number of important considerations. Whether it’s a traditional cemetery, a modern columbarium or a private scattering site, each option has its own advantages and aspects to consider.
In the vast panorama of our lives, family history is a precious web of stories, memories and traditions that we pass down from generation to generation. As funeral rituals change over time, cremation is emerging as a more and more widespread option in many communities.
When a loved one dies, one of the first steps is to inform the community and loved ones of his or her death. Writing an obituary can be a difficult task in such times of grief. Nevertheless, an obituary is also a way of paying tribute to the deceased and sharing that person’s memory with those who knew and loved them.
One might think that opting for cremation means eliminating the possibility of paying tribute to a loved one, but a cremation ceremony represents an invaluable opportunity to celebrate life and the moments shared with the beloved deceased.
Auras play a key role in many cultures. The fascinating concept of the aura provides a unique perspective of the nature of human energy and consciousness. In this article, we will explore the origins of auras in various cultures and the interpretations that can be attributed to their various colours.
Grieving is an ordeal that’s never easy to get through. Every bereavement is different, from one person to another, and even our own grief following the death of a loved one or another.
You’ve made your choice: After your final farewell, you’d like your ashes to be placed in an urn. Now it’s time to broach the subject with your loved ones. How do you explain to your loved ones the reasons that led you to choose cremation as a means of disposing of your body?
When you have lost someone you love, the arrival of the holiday season can make you feel a little apprehensive. Even though they bring joy, the weight of grief often becomes heavier during the holidays. In this article, we share some tips on how to ease this emotionally-charged period.
Funeral rites are designed to celebrate the life of a deceased person by honouring that individual’s memory and the person they were. So, from the ceremony to the deceased’s final resting place, it’s important that the person’s essence be respected, in his or her beliefs and convictions.
Since ancient times, coffins and cremation have gone hand in hand in the funeral rites of mankind. In fact, even today, for many people, the choice of coffin is an important part of funeral prearrangement planning.
Cremation has been part of funeral rites in many cultures for thousands of years. However, Canada’s first crematorium opened in 1901, in Montreal.
We’re all familiar with the term “burning chapel” (often referred to in English by the French equivalent “chapelle ardente”), which is an integral part of our funeral traditions. But what does “burning chapel” mean? Why does it have this very special name? Find out more about the origins of the burning chapel and its place at the heart of modern funeral rites.
Pre-planning funeral arrangements is a simple way to give you and your loved ones peace of mind. With funeral pre-planning, you can make sure that your wishes are known, understood and respected following your death. As for your loved ones, this short process will relieve them of a financial and logistical burden.
From the moment a mother brings a child into the world, she is there for him. Day and night, whatever his needs are, she is always there. Read this touching story testifying to the place a mother has – and always will have – in her child’s heart.
On April 22, we lost Guy Lafleur at the age of 70. Here’s a look back at this great name in hockey history—a player with extraordinary energy and a man of incomparable generosity.
