The primary difference between cremation and burial is how the body is handled after death.

• Cremation involves the process of transforming the body to ashes using high heat. The ashes, or “cremated remains,” can be kept in an urn, scattered in a meaningful place, or buried in a cemetery. Cremation is often chosen for its simplicity and flexibility, and it can be more affordable than burial.
• Burial involves placing the body in a coffin or casket, which is then interred in a cemetery plot. This traditional option allows for a permanent resting place and offers the opportunity for memorialization with gravestones or other markers. Both options are respectful ways of honouring a loved one, and the choice between them often depends on personal, cultural, or financial preferences.