Understanding the Sensible Choice: What is a Direct Cremation Package?

In times of difficulty, the immediate tasks and decisions required for making arrangements shouldn't add to your existing stress. When a loved one passes, families are often faced with a maze of complex choices, confusing pricing structures, and the emotional weight of planning a funeral service. Our experience has shown us that what many families truly need is a straightforward, dignified, and affordable option that allows them to focus solely on remembrance and grief, free from administrative and financial burdens. This is the core principle behind the Sensible Choice Online Package—a direct cremation solution designed to simplify the entire process.

The term "direct cremation" simply means that the deceased is cremated shortly after death, with no formal viewing or ceremony beforehand. It is a focus on the necessary logistics for a dignified final disposition, unbundled from the optional services and facilities associated with a traditional funeral home. This streamlined approach allows families to handle documentation efficiently, keep costs significantly lower, and then hold a memorial service later, on their own terms and timeline.

The Sensible Choice Online Package offers exactly this: a simple, dignified direct cremation for an all-inclusive price of $1,525.00. The price you see is genuinely the price you pay, which is a key component of the 'sensible choice' model.

One of the most valuable benefits of our package is the ability to arrange everything from the comfort and privacy of your own home. The process is designed for families who are comfortable using email and digital signatures to handle documentation. This digital approach streamlines paperwork and helps lower the overall cost compared to traditional arrangements. By coordinating the return of remains directly from the crematorium, we further reduce overhead, passing those savings directly to you. For families in Barrie looking for a straightforward, affordable, and private process, this convenience is often a great comfort.

A question we often hear is, "What exactly is included in the $1,525.00 package?" Transparency is paramount to our mission. Our goal is to ensure you know that the price covers all necessary services, professional fees, mandatory disbursements, and applicable taxes for a direct cremation. There are no surprises.

The package is composed of three main categories, and we want to break down what those costs cover, which would typically be included in any arrangement you make:

• **Professional Services and Facilities:** This total is $900.00, and it covers the essential staff services required to facilitate the disposition of the deceased. This includes the professional and staff services, minimum preparation of remains, and documentation. It also covers the facilities for preparation and shelter, which means the use of our prep room and refrigerated sheltering.
• **Transfers and Administration:** The package covers the initial transfer of remains from the hospital to our holding facility, the use of an administration vehicle for errands and document delivery, and the final transfer of remains to the crematorium. The package includes a total of $700.00 for these transfers and the cremation fee at North Toronto Crematorium.
• **Merchandise:** The package includes the mandatory Victoriaville Cardboard Cremation Container (cr194-00006) for $150.00, along with a Temporary Cardboard Container for the cremated remains at no charge (N/C).
• **Disbursements and Tax:** These are fees paid to third parties on your behalf, and they include the mandatory fees set by the province and municipality. The total amount for these disbursements is $845.00, including the Coroner’s Cremation Certificate fee ($75), the Municipal Death Registration Fee ($45), and the Bereavement Authority of Ontario Fee ($30). All applicable HST is also included in the final price.

The listed itemized services, merchandise, and disbursements total to $2084.85 with HST included. The Sensible Choice Cremation Discount of ($559.85) is then applied to reach the final, all-inclusive price of $1,525.00.

Because the arrangement is managed online, families sometimes worry about feeling disconnected. However, with Sensible Choice, you are never alone. A compassionate funeral director is available 24/7 to provide support, answer your questions, and offer guidance whenever you need it. This round-the-clock availability is crucial for those in immediate need of our services, providing guidance and support, including initial aftercare information. If you require immediate assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out by calling 647-984-5158.

For those looking to ease the burden on their loved ones in the future, we also offer the option of pre-planning. When you start your online arrangement today, we guarantee the current package price for a full six months. This allows you to lock in this affordable rate and gain valuable peace of mind.

Navigating the end-of-life process is never easy, but choosing a simple, transparent, and dignified option can make a world of difference. Our Sensible Choice Online Package is a straightforward option for those who prefer to manage arrangements digitally, allowing you to focus on what truly matters while benefiting from a significantly lower cost. If you have questions about the process or simply need guidance, we are here to help. You can contact us anytime.