News Article
The BAO is moving
On June 8, the Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) is moving to our new office location. Currently our address remains:Bereavement…
Recent News
Notice to the Consumer, Notice to the Profession
Notice of Proposal to Revoke the licence of Richmond Hill Cemetery Inc.
The Registrar of the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, 2002 (the Act) is proposing to revoke the licence of…
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…
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,…
News Article, Notice to the Profession
BAO senior manager receives prestigious Emerging Leader Award from CPA Ontario
The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) congratulates Hamza Majid who has received the prestigious 2025 Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of…
Suspensions/Revocations/Conditions/Discipline/Orders
Township of Minden Hills ordered to cease selling cemetery services and supplies
Update – March 23, 2026 – Effective March, 17, 2026, the Township of Minden Hills is released from the cease…
News Article, Notice to the Consumer
Learn about your death care options and how licensed professionals have adapted to changing preferences
The March edition of Beyond magazine focuses on what you need to know about your options in funeral and death…
News Article, Notice to the Profession
Make a difference in the lives of Ontario families — Join our BAO Board of Directors or committees
Make a meaningful impact on grieving families across Ontario by contributing your expertise to support strong, ethical, and consumer focused…