News Article
BAO Progress Report: Implementing recommendations of the Auditor General
The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) is hard at work fulfilling its mandate to serve and protect public interest and…
Recent News
Notice to the Profession
Notice – Reminder to Cemeteries, Crematoriums & Hydrolysis operators – ALR & C&M Fund Report
This is a reminder that the BAO’s online portal is open to renew your operator licence (Annual Licensure Renewal) and…
Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession: Cemetery and funeral establishment requirements for audit reports and engagement review reports
The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) wants you to know and act on legally required audit reports and engagement review…
News Article, Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession: The BAO seeks nominations for 12 openings on its advisory committees
Nominations open until April 22 The Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) is now accepting applications for 12 volunteer positions on…
News Article, Notice to the Profession
Notice to the Profession: Bereavement Authority of Ontario names Jim Cassimatis as CEO/Registrar
Jim Cassimatis has served as Interim Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario (BAO) since December…
Notice to the Profession
Reminder – BAO portal is open for your Annual Licensure Renewal and to submit Care & Maintenance Fund Reports
This is a reminder that the BAO’s online portal is open to renew your operator licence (Annual Licensure Renewal) and…
Notice to the Consumer
Notice to the Consumer: Be aware of replicated or ‘pirated’ obituary notices
By Jim Cassimatis Interim CEO/Registrar, BAO The company names may be different, but it’s the same old game. They copy,…
Blog - Straight Forward, Notice to the Consumer
Care and Maintenance Funds ensure cemeteries are maintained for their communities
Consumer FYI By Jim Cassimatis Interim CEO/Registrar Bereavement Authority of Ontario Cemeteries are well maintained in perpetuity thanks to companies,…