Here is a table summarizing the scattering ashes guidelines for each Canadian province, along with links to special regulations where available. For specifics, click on the province name.
| Province | Scattering on Private Property | Scattering in Public Places | Scattering on Waterways | Special Regulations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | Permission required | Allowed in provincial parks with rules | Great Lakes, rivers allowed | Ontario Government Guidelines |
| Quebec | Permission required | Restricted in public spaces | Waterways allowed | Quebec Funeral Guide |
| British Columbia | Permission required | Allowed on Crown land | Coastal regions allowed | BC Gov. Guidelines |
| Alberta | Permission required | Allowed in provincial parks, Crown land | Waterways allowed | Alberta Regulations |
| Manitoba | Permission required | Check municipal guidelines | Waterways allowed | No specific provincial guidelines available |
| Saskatchewan | Permission required | Allowed in provincial parks | Waterways allowed | No specific provincial guidelines available |
| Nova Scotia | Permission required | Allowed on public lands | Ocean and waterways allowed | NS Government Guide |
| New Brunswick | Permission required | Allowed in public parks | Waterways allowed | No specific provincial guidelines available |
| Prince Edward Island | Permission required | Restricted in public places | Waterways allowed | No specific provincial guidelines available |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | Permission required | Check municipal rules | Waterways allowed | No specific provincial guidelines available |
| Yukon | Permission required | Crown land and public places allowed | Waterways allowed | No specific provincial guidelines available |
| Northwest Territories | Permission required | Public spaces allowed with conditions | Waterways allowed | No specific provincial guidelines available |
| Nunavut | Permission required | Public places allowed with permission | Waterways allowed | No specific provincial guidelines available |
This table gives an overview of general guidelines. It’s always recommended to check with local authorities for the most up-to-date regulations.
