Q: Is there any laws in BC regulating Funeral and Cemeteries Services?
Q: Is there any laws in BC regulating Funeral and Cemetery Services? A: Yes, the funeral and cemetery services are governed in BC under the Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act (BPCPA) , the Cremation, Interment and Funeral Services Act, and the Cremation, Interment and Funeral Services Regulation. It includes the licensing of Funeral providers, Funeral Directors, Embalmers, Crematorium Operators, and Cemeteries. As a Non-profit organization, independent from BC government, the Consumer Protection BC (used to name as Business Practices and Consumer Protection Authority) delivers consumer protection services throughout BC and promotes fairness and understanding in the marketplace. It provides licensing services to the above professions; inspects and ensures they are complying with the law; investigates alleged violation and follows up with progressive enforcement action; responds to inquiries and complaints; and educates community their rights and resp...