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…
News Article
BAO Annual Meeting Announcement
You’re invited. The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) invites you to attend our Annual Meeting. Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026Time: 9 a.m. to…
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, Suspensions/Revocations/Conditions/Discipline/Orders
Registrar orders cemetery in southwestern Ontario to cease selling and offering to sell licensed supplies and/or services
The Registrar under the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, 2002 (FBCSA), has issued an order to the Uttoxeter Cemetery…
News Article, Notice to the Consumer
Family/Consumer FAQ
Welcome to the Bereavement Authority of Ontario’s FAQ for families/consumers Here’s a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) that our…
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…
Notice to the Consumer, Suspensions/Revocations/Conditions/Discipline/Orders
Registrar orders cemetery in northern Ontario to cease selling and offering to sell licensed supplies and/or services
On May 7, 2026, the Registrar under the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, 2002 (FBCSA), issued an Order to…
News Article, Notice to the Consumer
Consumer Information Guide — Overview
The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) provides a two-page condensed version of its free Consumer Information Guide. The overview of…