​Direct Cremation Service
Professional & Staff Services

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Consultation and co-ordinating activities
Professional consultation with licensed director, and co-ordination of all activities throughout the cremation process, including services and supplies provided by us, as well as those provided by third party suppliers, such as death notices. 

$285.00

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Transfer from place of death
Using an unmarked service van. Additional mileage fees apply  beyond 80 km.

$265.00

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Documentation
Completion and filing of all documents necessary to carry  out the services and  supplies requested, including death registration, burial permit and Coroner’s  Certificate. Provision of 10 proof of Death Certificates  - issued by Forest City  Cremation Services.

$295.00

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Basic preparation / care of remains
Identification confirmation. Pacemaker, jewellery, personal effects removal (if applicable). The shrouding and placement of the body into a cremation container.

$250.00

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Cremation Container (Casket) – Fluteboard/Wood
by Eco Cremation Containers (other selections available)

$190.00

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​Transfer to crematorium
Using an unmarked service van.

$199.60

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​Itemized Total

$1484.60

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Harmonized Sales Tax

$193.00

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Disbursements:

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Coroner's fee:  This fee is charged by the coroner for issuing a certificate  that allows cremation to take place.

$75.00

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Municipal Registration Fee:  London City Hall Death Registration

$40.00

Cremation fee:   Forest City Cremation Services acts as an agent for several providers.
​The fee shown is that of the South West Crematorium. 

$542.40

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Total cost for a Direct Cremation Service:

$2335.00

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Our Services Include  Transportation from the Place of Death, Filing Required Documentation, Unlimited Number of Proof of Death Certificates (same day issued), Basic Mortuary Cremation Container (casket alternative), Transportation to the Crematorium, Service Vehicle, Coroner’s Fee and City Hall Registration Fee, Completion and Filing of the Canada Pension Death Benefits for Lump Sum (if eligible $2500.00) as well as filing for the Spousal Benefit.
The Cremation Fee is determined by the crematorium selected.  

​Financial Assistance is available to those that are eligible.  We are in full cooperation with both Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and the Discretionary Benefits Program through the City of London.