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Consumer Information Guide — Overview
The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) provides a two-page condensed version of its free Consumer Information Guide in 10 languages….
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Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession: Important reminder – BAO operator licence renewal
Please read this email carefully and keep it for reference. The BAO reminds Funeral Establishment (FE) and Transfer Service (TS)…
Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession: Important Reminder — BAO Personal Licence Renewal
Please read this email carefully and keep it for reference. The BAO Licensee portal is now open to renew your…
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Welcome to the Bereavement Authority of Ontario’s FAQ for families/consumers
Here’s a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) that our BAO staff regularly receive in phone calls and emails. Many…
Notice to the Consumer, Suspensions/Revocations/Conditions/Discipline/Orders
Passfield Mortuary Services Inc. business licence suspended
Nov. 6, 2024 – UpdatesThe operator licence of Passfield Mortuary Services Inc., in St. Catharines, has been revoked. The Bereavement…
Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession: Joint memo from Chief Coroner for Ontario and BAO CEO/Registrar
Process for Cremations of Unclaimed Deceased Persons / Warrant to Bury the Body of a Deceased Person The Bereavement Authority of…
News Article, Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession: Ontario Supporting Grieving Families of Stillborn Children
New commemorative document, elimination of fees and simplified application providing support during a difficult time — Government of Ontario news…
Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession: Contact the BAO in case of disruptive actions
By Jim Cassimatis, CEO/Registrar, BAO All bereavement facilities should remain peaceful places for families of all faiths, races, and cultures…