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What Is The Difference Between A Funeral Director, Mortician, Undertaker, And Embalmer?
Technicalities such as the titles of people working in the funeral service industry may not be your foremost concern if a death has occurred in your immediate circle. And certainly, the profe...
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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
How To Make Room For Other People’s Grief
In today’s society, grief is often an avoided topic. People aren’t sure what to say or how to help when someone they know is grieving the loss of a loved one. And, to prevent saying the...
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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Cremation Gardens & Monuments
After a person is cremated, their loved ones must make a decision about what to do with the remains. Traditionally, human ashes have been placed in an urn. But as the number of people o...
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Friday, August 5, 2022
How Much Does An Obituary Cost?
When a death occurs, there are a lot of decisions to make. In addition to grief and other overwhelming emotions, people close to the deceased also have many practical considerations t...
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Friday, July 29, 2022
Female-Owned Cremation Company Establishing An Ever-Increasing Foothold Within The Industry
WINNIPEG, Canada - Alterna Cremation, a locally owned and operated alternative funeral home based in Winnipeg, Canada, is pleased to announce that its female-owned business continues to flour...
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Monday, June 20, 2022
When Does Cremation Happen After Funeral?
When a loved one passes away, we are inundated with powerful emotions. We are overwhelmed by our shock, our feelings, and also by the practical necessity of making arrangements for the deceas...
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Monday, June 20, 2022
Timing: What Is The Best Day Of The Week To Hold A Funeral?
As you’re grieving for a lost loved one, a new task falls on your plate: Planning a funeral. Holding a funeral service allows loved ones to gather, support each other, and collectively mourn the lo...
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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
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Most Popular Flowers For Funerals
When a death occurs, loved ones and the community of people around them immediately seek ways to honour the deceased and offer support in a difficult time. In today's society, one of the most commo...
10 Things To Know About Direct Cremation
When you’re deciding between a traditional funeral and a memorial service after a cremation, there are a lot of factors to consider. To help you make your decision, here are 10 things you should kn...
Transcona Neighbourhood Cremation Services
The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most difficult and painful experiences. There are simply no words that can express the feelings of grief or the sense of overwhelm that often accompan...
Cremation Myths Debunked: Separating Fact From Fiction
In our modern society, we tend to shy away from the topics of death and dying. It's not common to openly discuss the details and customs associated with funeral and disposition services, which is w...
Woman-Owned & Operated Winnipeg Alternative Funeral Home Passes Five-Year Milestone
WINNIPEG, MB: Alterna Cremation, an independent alternative funeral home located at 2495 Henderson Highway, passed its five-year anniversary serving the Winnipeg community earlier this fall.&...
What Documentation Is Required When Arranging A Cremation?
When a death occurs, legal paperwork is likely to be the furthest thing from your mind. But the fact is that, as with all major life cycle events, deaths must be properly documented and registered....
How To Select The Best Cremation Service Company
Amid the tremendous grief that accompanies the passing of a loved one, a multitude of tasks and final arrangements must also be completed. For many families, choosing a cremation service provider i...
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