Frequently Asked Questions

What is a funeral or memorial service?
A funeral or memorial service is a ceremony for a deceased person before or after burial or cremation.  It gives the opportunity for family and friends of the deceased to gather and mourn the passing of their loved one, to share cherished memories and celebrate their life.  This gathering is a vital first step to help the bereaved heal after the loss of someone special.

What type of service should I have?
If no pre-arrangements have been made, the type of service is entirely up to you.  Services are usually held at a funeral home, a place of worship, or other public gathering space.   There is a wealth of different services, ranging from a traditional religious or military service to something more non-traditional.  Our funeral directors will work with you to figure out what would be the most appropriate.

Can I personalize a funeral?


Who are funeral directors and what do they do?


What if a death occurs away from my home town?

What is embalming and what purpose does it serve?

Do I need to have an embalming?

What work is involved when I pay the professional services fee of a funeral home?

Speak to the Funeral Home and voice your concerns so they have an opportunity to meet your needs and expectations. You are also able to contact the Funeral and Cremation Services Council of Saskatchewan which regulates and oversees operation of funeral homes and crematoriums in the province. (306) 584-1575.