Burial
The cremated remains may be buried in an existing cemetery plot or a new plot may be purchased from your local cemetery. Most cemeteries have cremation plots available. Inurnment The urn may be placed in a niche (single or companion space for 1 or 2 urns) in an above ground structure called a columbarium (a collection of niches together in the form of a wall).
Scattering
Some cemeteries and churches have scattering areas on their property. Cremated remains may be scattered on private or public property if authorization is obtained. Private Properties may be bought and sold so it is important to realize that once the scattering takes place, the cremated remains are irretrievable. Scattering on either public or private property may offend some people and there may be laws prohibiting such action. Please check your with alternatives staff before scattering if you are in doubt.
Shipping
You may wish for the cremated remains to be shipped to another province or country. We can look after these arrangements for you. You may also be permitted to take the cremated remains yourself to another country. Check with us first and we can assist you to obtain any additional documentation that may be required.
Keeping
Some people prefer to have the urn at home with them. There are no restrictions about where or for how long cremated remains can be kept in the home.