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​CREMATION ALTERNATIVES
​1-833-738-6777

Available 24/7   Serving Ontario

Online, Telephone, or In-Person arrangements are available to ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO

CREMATION ALTERNATIVES offers cremation services across most of Ontario.
Arrangements are available online, by telephone or in-person in the comfort of your home or at a public meeting place at your request. 
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CREMATION ALTERNATIVES provides an alternative to the traditional funeral home. We can make arrangements on line, by phone, at your home or at a public location — whatever your personal preference.

Two Simple Cremation Options to Choose From

All fees are clearly outlined upfront

What To Do When Someone Dies
You may contact us at any time, and we will walk you through the next steps and all details.
To get started complete this information form below and email to: info@cremationalternatives.com
• Download Information Form.pdf

At a hospital or nursing home
Often a nurse will guide you in the proper procedure at their hospital or nursing home. They may ask you who you would like contacted, and you may give them our name and phone number 1-833-738-6777. We still suggest that you contact us as well to ensure all is completed properly. If you have pre-arrangements already in place, please let us know at this time.
Expected death at home
Community Care Access Centre or CCAC (LHIN) and a registered nurse may have helped you arrange for a loved one to be cared for and allowed to die at home.  When the death has occurred you can call your nurse who will come to your home to pronounce the death. You may want us to come to the home, or the nurse may call us at1-833-738-6777. If you have pre-arrangements already in place with us please let us know at this time.
Unexpected death at home
If the death is unexpected and has happened at home it is advised that you call (911). The person’s family doctor can be called, if they are available. Once emergency services has arrived they will advise you on the next steps. They might ask you what Cremation Service you would like contacted or tell you that you may call one of your choice. Be sure to tell them you do not want a funeral home contacted and wish for Cremation Alternatives at 1-833-738-6777 to oversee all arrangements. If you have pre-arrangements with us, please let us know at this time.

Additional Information

CREMATION ALTERNATIVES
​We are an independent Funeral Cremation Transfer Service (not affiliated with a funeral home or cemetery)
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Leave a condolence 
This useful feature allows you to pass on your sympathies regardless of where you are. We will pass all condolences along and will display your messages on our obituaries page on this site.​ 

TESTIMONIALS

Hi Shawn, 
​Bruce is an excellent ambassador for your business.  My sister and Dad were so pleased to connect with him today after their initial meeting at Carpenter Hospice.  They (and I) have been so pleased and relieved at how smoothly everything was handled.
Thank you again for everything you have done for our family. "
​ Ann
My family and I wish to thank you again for attending to my father's cremation. You and your team were professional, courteous, dignified, and understanding - everything we needed during a very difficult time. As well, your fees were transparent and reasonable. We are grateful to you for your help in making my father's final arrangements as smooth and uncomplicated as possible."  Laura
Dear Shawn,
It has been a pleasure meeting you under the circumstances. We met Bruce today as he brought my dad home and he was extremely compassionate and professional. Thank you again for looking after our amazing dad for us. It means the world to us."
Sincerely, The Family of Robert
"Thank you sincerely. I have sent your name and number to a few friends and family to put in a safe place for their loved ones in the future. We truly appreciate how efficient and professional you and your service has been. Thanks again. " ​
My dad wanted nothing more than what I got from you guys and I really appreciate your candor and awareness of that. Very grateful to all of your team for being strong enough to put on the hats that you do. It's an honourable task.
Thank you so much and feel free to forward this to your co-workers, as they should be encouraged and aware of the great service they provide."  Steve
I have to say, you've been really wonderful to work with…I will be in a position to mention my experience with your business and will gladly recommend you.”  
Thank you for taking such good care of me and my fathers ashes and thank you for your patience with me. You have been kind to me and good to me. I will remember that." 
Thank you, Shawn. You have been incredible and we appreciate your professionalism is outstanding. We are so grateful to have been referred by Bob to you.” 

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Immediate Need
If you have an immediate need, please call us 1-833-738-6777. ​
​We have a licensed staff member on call 24 hours a day to assist you at this difficult time.
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Contact us 
info@cremationalternatives.com

Cremation Alternatives offers cremation services across most of Ontario. Arrangements are available online, by telephone or in-person  in the comfort of your home or at a public meeting place at your request. For further details visit our contact page.

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