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Ways to Give a Eulogy

It’s an honor to give a eulogy for someone you cared for. It also can be slightly stressful, particularly if you’ve never done it before. Standing in front of folks who are grieving to provide so...
By Alterna Cremation
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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Alterna Cremation’s Winnipeg Scattering Service

For most folks, the act of scattering a family member’s ashes brings closure and peace. It may symbolize the return of the person to nature, or release of their spirit into heaven. Be certain tha...
By Alterna Cremation
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Sunday, March 10, 2019
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Answering Questions On Scattering Tubes

At Alterna Cremation, we are dedicated to providing simple, affordable direct cremation services with no hidden costs or add-ons.  We believe in building trusted relationships with the familie...

Female-Owned Winnipeg Cremating Service Continues To Grow

WINNIPEG, MB: Alterna Cremation is a female-owned and operated alternative funeral home that is growing and thriving in the traditionally male-dominated funeral services industry.   Ashley N...

Most Popular Flowers For Funerals

When a death occurs, loved ones and the community of people around them immediately seek ways to honour the deceased and offer support in a difficult time. In today's society, one of the most commo...

10 Things To Know About Direct Cremation

When you’re deciding between a traditional funeral and a memorial service after a cremation, there are a lot of factors to consider. To help you make your decision, here are 10 things you should kn...

Transcona Neighbourhood Cremation Services

The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most difficult and painful experiences.  There are simply no words that can express the feelings of grief or the sense of overwhelm that often accompan...

Cremation Myths Debunked: Separating Fact From Fiction

In our modern society, we tend to shy away from the topics of death and dying. It's not common to openly discuss the details and customs associated with funeral and disposition services, which is w...

Woman-Owned & Operated Winnipeg Alternative Funeral Home Passes Five-Year Milestone

WINNIPEG, MB:  Alterna Cremation, an independent alternative funeral home located at 2495 Henderson Highway, passed its five-year anniversary serving the Winnipeg community earlier this fall.&...