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Alkaline hydrolysis, also referred to as Aquamation, is a water-based, sustainable method of final disposition. 

Alkaline Hydrolysis / Aquamation

While technical sounding, this process is simply a water-based method of final disposition.

Alkaline hydrolysis has been around for many years.

Alkaline hydrolysis is legal in Ontario, amongst other provinces and states.

Aquamation is a sustainable dispositon method.

You can choose to memorialize your loved one on your own terms.

Ultimately, your choice of disposition is a personal one.

The process happens in a stainless steel vessel, with a ratio of 95% water and 5% alkali.

The remains are entirely safe to handle, as are cremated remains.

Pacemakers do not need to be removed with Aquamation.

There is no casket required for aquamation.

The consistency, colour and amount of remains can be different.

The water flows back to the ecosystem via your local wastewater treatment facility.

Implants do not need to be removed before the aquamation.

Rest assured, there are measures in place to ensure you receive the remains of your loved one.

Embalming is not required for aquamation.

The process is a highly controlled and sophisticated environment, without using boiling water.

The process takes anywhere between 6-8 hours or 18-20 hours.

There is absolutely no acid used during this water-based process.

There are many different and creative things you can do with your loved one's ashes.

We offer a wide selection of local and handmade urns perfect for memorializing your loved one.