Good news, you are allowed to scatter ashes on Crown land in the Ontario area that is unoccupied – including those covered by water. Even better you don’t need a permit. Crown land includes provincial parks and conservation reserves, and the Great Lakes.
The Authorities ask that you carry out any ceremony an environmentally sensitive way and that if accompanying leaves or flowers that are necessary for religious rites, then these be kept to the minimum.
Individuals wishing to scatter cremated ashes on private land, or private land covered by water, must obtain the owner’s consent.
Is it OK to Scatter someones Ashes off a Pier like for example the Oakville Pier???
Yes but if the pier is private, you would need to ask the owners.
I don’t think the Oakville or Bronte pier is private cause people are aloud to walk out on it.
Private piers often allow public access.
Can you scatter someones ashes off a Pier Like for example the Oakville Pier??
Yes but if the pier is private, you would need to ask the owners.
Is it ok for someone to dump human ashes on your property? Without your knowledge?
Hi Jackie
No it is not okay. They need your permission.
Regards
Richard
Is a Toronto park considered crown land for the scattering of ashes? Specifically, along the Humber River, Magwood Park?
Hi Christine
I am afraid I don’t know that level of detail – we are based in the UK.
Kind regards
Richard
I want to be cremated and put in a nice vase and given to my daughter to have in her home. Is this allowed
Hi Cheryl, yes it is.
Is it possible to keep a loved ones ashes at home?
Dear Lois
If you are referring Ontario, then yes I believe so I have not read anything that prevents this.
Kind regards
Richard