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The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) congratulates Hamza Majid who has received the prestigious 2025 Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of…

Update – March 23, 2026 – Effective March, 17, 2026, the Township of Minden Hills is released from the cease…

The March edition of Beyond magazine focuses on what you need to know about your options in funeral and death…

Make a meaningful impact on grieving families across Ontario by contributing your expertise to support strong, ethical, and consumer focused…

Why is the BAO no longer requiring Cemetery Investigation Authorization? The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) is responsible for making…

CIA Transition What is a “cemetery,” within the meaning of the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, 2002 (FBCSA or…

Registrar Bulletin # 1 Here is some additional content for cemetery owners and operators, archaeologists, other regulators, and the public:

Notice of Directive Revocation: Cemetery Investigation Authorizations The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) is responsible for protecting the dignity of…