Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession: Cemetery Price Lists
In this notice, you will find information on three key price list requirements under the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act,…
Notice to the Profession
BAO Annual Report demonstrates progress in consumer protection and in guidance to licensed professionals — with more work to be done
The newly published Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) Annual Report for the fiscal year ended on March 31, 2026, demonstrates…
Notice to the Profession
LifeLine
LifeLine newsletter is emailed to professionals licensed by the BAO in the bereavement sector on an ad hoc basis, averaging…
Notice to the Profession
BAO inflationary licensing fee increase of 2.1% will start on Nov. 1, 2026
Notice to the Profession The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) will be implementing an inflationary increase of 2.1 per cent…
Notice to the Consumer, Notice to the Profession
Update: TruStage cybersecurity incident
TruStage (previously known as Assurant Life) is a provider of insurance and financial services offering pre-need (prepaid) insurance products used…
Notice to the Consumer, Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession and Consumers: TruStage cybersecurity incident
TruStage Financial Group, Inc. (TruStage) has announced that it recently experienced a cybersecurity incident. TruStage (previously known as Assurant Life)…
Notice to the Consumer, Notice to the Profession
Information for families concerning thefts or vandalism at cemeteries
The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) is again unfortunately having to share information with families who’ve experienced the additional stress…
News Article, Notice to the Profession
Joining BAO committees provides valuable leadership experience
The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) is seeking qualified applicants for its Funeral and Transfer Services Advisory Committee, Compensation Fund,…