How do I make arrangements with Eirene?

When you're ready to begin your arrangement, you can either choose to fill out the required information online or call our team of licensed funeral directors who can make the arrangement over the phone. Once paid, we take it from there and the Eirene care team will pick up your loved one from their place of passing. While your loved one is safely stored in our partner facilities, we manage all necessary paperwork and provide proof of death certificates signed by a licensed funeral director. Once all required paperwork and permits have been completed, we will proceed with the cremation. Each cremation is dignified, private and individual. Following the cremation, we will hand-deliver the remains to the executor or next of kin. From here, the process is done, and you and your family can be assured that your loved one has had the best and most dignified care available.

Are the remains different than those from flame cremation?

The ashes from a flame cremation are primarily the mineral remains from the bone, along with some ash from the cremation box or casket, clothing, and anything else that may have been placed in the process with the body. The ashes from Aquamation are only the mineral remains from the bone, as there are no other materials in the ash. The colour of ash from a flame process is typically grey in colour. The colour of ash from Aquamation is anywhere from white to a tan colour. With both processes, there can be slight variations in colour from individual to individual. The consistency of the ash is also different. The ash from flame cremation can have more bone fragments, whereas the ash from Aquamation is a homogenous (consistent) powder. With Aquamation, there's often 20-30% more ash remains returned to the family.

How do I know I'm getting my loved one's remains back?

All vessels are created to accommodate one individual at a time. A metal identification tag with a unique serial number is assigned to each individual arriving at the facility which remains with that person throughout the entire process. We have strict controls in place to ensure that the remains you receive are those of your loved one, and only your loved one. Your loved one will receive the private, dignified aquamation that they deserve.

A Water-based, Sustainable Alternative

Q: What is Eirene?

Eirene was founded to provide families with a simple, compassionate, and modern approach to funeral services. With over 73% of Canadians, and 71% of Floridians, opting for cremation each year, Eirene’s goal is to be a trusted partner that simplifies the arrangement process and provides families with peace of mind. Our cremation arrangement process gives families more time to focus on what really matters immediately after losing a loved one. All the families need to do is contact Eirene— online or over the phone, provide the required details, and then our team of experienced funeral directors will take care of the rest. Making arrangements with Eirene allows you to: Take the time you need to process the enormity of the loss that has just occurred, in whatever way you need Reduce stress, pressured decisions, and family disagreements Gather informally, on your own terms, remembering your loved one; sharing stories, photos and memories Create the celebration your loved one would want, without pressure— no matter what that might be; a favourite restaurant, gathering at a beach, in a park, on the golf course or ocean Avoid the need for multiple appointments at a funeral home

Q: What is alkaline hydrolysis / aquamation?

Alkaline hydrolysis, also known as Aquamation, is a water-based, sustainable method of final disposition. Aquamation has no direct emissions of harmful greenhouse gases or mercury and requires no burning of fossil fuels. This form of final disposition combines a gentle water flow, even temperature, and alkalinity used to accelerate the breakdown of organic materials. Aquamation is the same process that occurs in nature when a loved one's body is laid to rest in the ground, although at an accelerated rate.

Aquamation is a water-based alternative to flame cremation. When you choose Eirene, we offer comprehensive support to help you understand your options, and ensure that you can honour the memory of your loved one, on your own terms.

Jennifer Connolly - Ontario Funeral Director

What is Aquamation?

While technical sounding, Aquamation, also known as alkaline hydrolysis, is simply a water-based method of final disposition.

A natural and safe option, Aquamation is the same process that occurs in nature when a loved one's body is laid to rest in the ground. This form of final disposition combines a gentle water flow, even temperature, and alkalinity used to accelerate the breakdown of organic materials.

Aquamation has no direct emissions of harmful greenhouse gases or mercury and requires no burning of fossil fuels.

Guidance and Support When You Need It Most

We care for your loved one as we would our own, and we’re just a phone call away — whenever you need us.

1

Start Your Arrangement with Eirene

Our arrangement process can be done over the phone, by email or completely online. Provide a few details, and we will handle the rest.

2

Your Loved One is Brought Into Our Care

Once you have chosen Eirene as your provider, we will bring your loved one into our care and keep them safe until paperwork is complete.

3

Finalize Paperwork and Permits

A licensed funeral director will complete required documentation to proceed with the aquamation. Any questions? Our team of experts are here to help.

4

Remains Returned to Your Home

Once the aquamation is complete, the remains will be returned to you, with the necessary documents to settle the estate.

The Best Care for Your Loved One

Our packages were created to reduce stress on grieving families and provide comfort in knowing that your loved one is in good hands. We offer various packages suited to your needs. And the price you see is exactly what you’ll pay — no surprises.

Essential

An all-inclusive service for families seeking end-to-end guidance.

$3,200

+ tax

Licensed Transfer Service — Class 1

Our price includes:

Professional services of a licensed funeral director
Transfer of your loved one to our facilities
In-person identification of loved one (if requested)
Completion of all required paperwork and permits
A private, dignified Aquamation
Hydrolyzed remains hand-delivered to your home
Unlimited Proof of Death certificates for estate settlement
Online obituary on our memorial website
Estate administration support
CPP / OAS application guidance

See more on the Eirene price list

For more information, read the Bereavement Authority of Ontario's Consumer Information Guide.

Pay Over Time With Affirm

At Eirene Cremations, we want to make best-in-class funeral services accessible to everyone. We also know that sudden funeral expenses can often come as a shock to families. To ease the burden, we offer an installment plan option when you arrange with Eirene. Select Affirm at checkout to pay for your services over time — and never pay a penny more than you agree to on day one. Learn more.

A natural, sustainable
and gentle process

Aquamation has been used in funeral services for over a decade. While it is not commonly known, it has traditionally been used for the final disposition of human bodies donated to medical science. Global universities and the scientific industry have used alkaline hydrolysis technology for well over 25 years.

Believe it or not, the Aquamation process uses less water than a single household uses in one day. This includes the water used for the process of Aquamation and the freshwater rinsing of the final remains and stainless steel vessel.

How Eirene is Different

We’ve Simplified Arrangements

We created Eirene to make arrangements a little bit easier on families. Reduce stress, pressured decisions, and family disagreements, and avoid the need for multiple appointments at a funeral home.

Our Pricing is Fair and Straightforward

We don’t believe in hidden fees. We don’t charge extra for cremation fees, mileage or device removals, and you’ll always speak to one of our team members when you call.

We Go the Extra Mile for You and Your Family

We care deeply about the work that we do. Once you contact Eirene, our team of experienced funeral directors will take care of everything and be a guiding light during a difficult time.

Common Aquamation questions,
answered

Learn more about the Aquamation process to see if it’s right for you.

Still Have a Question?

We are always a phone call away.

Resources to Guide Your Decisions

What is "Aquamation"? A Sustainable Cremation Alternative Called Alkaline Hydrolysis

For many years, most people in the midst of arranging a funeral have faced a simple choice: cremation or burial? But there is a new, third option available: Aquamation, otherwise known as alkaline hydrolysis

How to Make Eco-friendly Funeral Choices: Aquamation, Green Burials and Biodegradable Caskets

Green funeral options allow for a more "eco-friendly" impact on the planet at the end of life. In this blog, we discuss how cremation, aquamation and green burial are "greener" alternatives to traditional burial when selected as a method of final disposition.

The Cremation Process for Flame Cremation and Aquamation: A Guide to Help Demystify the Process

Learn about the cremation process for both flame cremation and aquamation. This article explains what happens when a deceased person is cremated.

A Water-based, Sustainable Alternative

What is Aquamation?

Guidance and Support When You Need It Most

Start Your Arrangement with Eirene

Your Loved One is Brought Into Our Care

Finalize Paperwork and Permits

Remains Returned to Your Home

The Best Care for Your Loved One

Essential

Pay Over Time With Affirm

A natural, sustainable and gentle process

How Eirene is Different

Common Aquamation questions,answered

Resources to Guide Your Decisions

What is "Aquamation"? A Sustainable Cremation Alternative Called Alkaline Hydrolysis

How to Make Eco-friendly Funeral Choices: Aquamation, Green Burials and Biodegradable Caskets

The Cremation Process for Flame Cremation and Aquamation: A Guide to Help Demystify the Process

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A natural, sustainable
and gentle process

Common Aquamation questions,
answered