**** Service Nova Scotia Release
Forest Haven Memorial Gardens Crematorium Under Investigation
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The Department of Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services is investigating Forest Haven Memorial Gardens Crematorium, Sydney. The investigation is in response to an alleged wrongdoing. The results will help the Department decide if a hearing is required to determine if the funeral home’s licence should be suspended or revoked.
As this is an active investigation, no additional details can be provided at this time.
Quick Facts:
— Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services is responsible for licensing funeral homes and crematoriums under the Embalmers and Funeral Directors Act
— the Nova Scotia Board of Registration of Embalmers and Funeral Directors is responsible for licensing and regulating embalmers and funeral directors; this includes ensuring funeral professionals follow professional standards; the board is holding a hearing on January 7 for the funeral director of Forest Haven Memorial Gardens Crematorium
— Nova Scotia Health is also conducting an investigation as part of its quality program
