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Registrar’s Directive: Crematoriums must prevent backlogs
Effective Monday, Jan. 10, 2022 Crematorium operators are directed to ensure that your operations continue at a pace sufficient to…
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Registrar’s Directive: New temporary rules for funeral services
Effective Jan. 5, 2022 Evolving data shows that while the Omicron variant is less severe, it is highly transmissible, which…
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Registrar’s Directive: Option for BAO licensees – COVID-19 distancing and capacity limits are not required if all patrons provide proof of vaccination
As of Monday, Oct. 25, Bereavement Authority of Ontario licensees can choose to be exempt from the COVID-19 two-metre physical…
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Registrar’s Directive: Funeral homes and transfer services must implement a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy
Effective Sept. 10, 2021 This Registrar’s Directive requires that funeral establishments and transfer service operators implement a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination…
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Registrar’s Directive: Price list disclosure on websites
It has come to the BAO’s attention that some operators are requiring consumers to do certain things prior to allowing…
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Registrar’s Directive: Capacity limits removed; Physical distancing, mask-wearing requirements remain
Effective July 16, 2021 The BAO is issuing this Registrar’s Directive in alignment with the Government of Ontario’s Step Three…
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Reminder: New COVID-19 indoor and outdoor funeral restrictions
*Waterloo is now the only exception Reminder: Effective – Wednesday, June 30, 2021 This Registrar’s Directive sets out the current rules…
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Registrar’s Directive: New COVID-19 indoor and outdoor funeral restrictions
Effective June 30, 2021 This Registrar’s Directive sets out new rules on attendance at funerals and visitations, in conjunction with…