The following is not a complete list and is offered as a courtesy for information and educational purposes only. As with all purchases of services from any business, it is important to do your research. Planning ahead, when possible, will increase your knowledge and save you money.
Don’t be afraid to shop around. Never make a rushed decision when it comes to pre-planning with a funeral home. Planning in advance will help you choose which funeral home you feel most comfortable with based on the results of your interview.
It is legal for families in Nova Scotia to act as their own funeral director, which provides the opportunity of having a much more intimate and healing, out of the box kind of experience. This means with advanced planning, depending on your wishes, you may only choose specific services from a funeral home.