Canada / Ontario / Ottawa

Funeral & cremation costs in Ottawa

Funeral costs in Ottawa, Ontario vary widely by the type of service you choose. Below are typical Canadian price ranges to help you plan and compare. Always ask each provider for an itemized quote — by law in Canada, funeral homes must provide a price list.

Service	Typical range
Direct (simple) cremation No ceremony; cremation and basic paperwork only.	$1,200–$3,000
Cremation with a memorial service Cremation plus a visitation or service.	$3,500–$7,000
Traditional burial funeral Casket, embalming, visitation, service — excludes the cemetery plot.	$7,000–$15,000
Cemetery plot & interment Varies widely by city and cemetery.	$1,500–$6,000
Headstone / monument Flat marker to upright monument.	$1,000–$5,000

Estimates in CAD for general guidance only; actual prices in Ottawa depend on the provider and your choices.

Ways to reduce costs

Choose direct cremation if a formal service isn’t needed — it’s the most affordable option.
Compare itemized quotes from several Ottawa providers; you can decline package add-ons.
Ask about government benefits (e.g., the CPP death benefit) that may offset costs.