Of all my years of writing Yelp reviews and sharing info on Yelp, I didn't think I would be writing…read morethis type of review, until I had to attend a funeral for a dear friend that passed away so unexpectedly :( RIP :( This funeral home is located in the outskirts of Brampton and have more than one location across GTA. At first glance, the funeral home is modern and quite large and the staff was professional, timely and compassionate. There were numerous chairs, sofas and flowers around with lots of Kleenex box everywhere. The decor of the funeral home was tastefully done and nothing loooked run down. The area looked well maintained and clean, in sad circumstance that people have to go through. They had multiple rooms and a huge sitting area that can accomodate even a big crowd. The sitting room had multple tables and tv's and the tv's inside that room also streamed the same clip that was being aired during the visitation and the funeral. They have two high tech coffee machines that grounds the beans on the spot for coffee drinks. The machine also offers alternative drinks to coffee such as teas and hot water. There were lots of stalls in the washroom to accomodate patrons. Parking lot is a good size, with the cemetary just behind the funeral home. It was snowing the whole day but the roads and the parking lot seemed to be well maintained. Staff made sure to assist you if you need help.

From the owner: Brampton Crematorium & Visitation Centre at Brampton provides facilities and comfortable space for…read morerespectful and dignified cremations. Our team is all time ready for immidiate assistance in every situation for funeral services in Brampton. We have specialized team for all religions and cremation rituals. If you need immidiate assistance for funerals and cremation centers in Brampton then call us at +1 (905) 458-2222, we are 24 hours available.

I worked with Robin to set up my funeral decision. Very helpful and made it easy to proceed with…read moresetting up the documents. My wife was hesitant with my decision but after receiving the package, she in turn also contacted Robin and set up her arrangements. So far all that have been contacted are pleased that this uncomfortable time in life (or death actually) has been handled in advance.

The Staff were very professional and pleasant. Their services made the planning of my fathers…read morecremation simple and painless during these difficult Covid times and restrictions. They do not oversell anything and their prices are affordable. Many thanks and I will definitely refer and be using their services again.

If you're in Brampton/Mississauga and are Hindu, this is a great place to go for services. Staff is…read morevery sensitive & caring, they asked a lot of pertinent questions and were able to do DocuSign so I didn't have to keep going in person. They also sent me a casket brochure so I could make the choice at home. I didn't even ask for it, but soft, south Indian music was playing during my dad's ceremony. They also had ghee lamps & dhoopam (incense sticks) ready, as well as an enclosed homam/havan pit that was portable and had its own exhaust system. I hadn't asked for any of this thinking it wouldn't be available, but they anticipated my needs and had it all ready. We sent pictures of my dad and they had them rotating on a slideshow during the ceremony. So you don't have to bring a physical photo. The place is BIG so the cremation facility is not connected to the main office building. But everything inside is so cozy and comfortable, and there are couches & carpeting in both main halls. For my dad, they transported his casket in a hearse to the cremation facility, and our family drove down the laneway behind it. They also had the ashes ready for me the very next morning upon my request. Really caring and professional staff. 10/10 would recommend.

Very peaceful and well maintained cemetery. Always have Remembrance Day services due to high…read moremilitary connection.

I can't say enough good things about Matt and the team at Legacy Funeral and Cremation services…read more After my dad died, my family and I felt overwhelmed and were referred to Legacy by our Minister for help with all the next steps that come following the death of a loved one. Matt met with us personally and walked us through the process, helping us with each step. He was so professional and knowledgeable. We didn't feel rushed, and at no point did he try to upsell us. He listened, he made suggestions, and he and his team members were all so kind when we would call back with questions or needing clarification or further assistance. The death of a loved one is difficult and Matt and his team helped us from that first point of contact, right through to the day of the service, and even beyond when they provided follow up information and suggested resources. My family and I are so grateful for the support, the genuine kindness and the knowledgeable service we received from Legacy.

Matt and the entire team @Legacy treated our family with the utmost professionalism & compassion…read more This is an ethical business that did not try to up sell my grieving SIL on any services. They were kind beyond belief and made a dark time feel bearable. We will be forever grateful for their care!

One Hundred Gold Stars!!! We can not say enough about the…read moreservice and comfort offered by Henry Walser and his team with the passing of our Father/Grandfather back in April. Even the first night at the house, the team was responsive, supportive, and genuinely understood are multitude of emotions. They continued to support us all of the way through the planning of the funeral, the visitation, the funeral, the luncheon, the cemetary, and even the aftercare was topnotch. We can not say enough about how much they helped us through this most difficult time. It truly feels like you are part of their family when you walk in their door. Henry -- keep on doing what you are doing!! Team -- your attentiveness to detail will be forever appreciated. We could not have gotten through those first tough few days without you. Sincerely, and appreciated, the Huber family.

Absolutely went above and beyond my every expectation. They were so helpful with the passing of my…read morebaby, I will forever be so thankful for all their help and support. I recommend this funeral home I everyone,

To Don Clarke and Terry Eccles, It is with an extremely…read moreheavy heart that I write this letter. The way you treated my family and I after my grandmother's body was taken to Glen Oaks Funeral Home left me in shock and disbelief. I am deeply saddened that the staff of a funeral home could act with such callousness during a time of such deep grief, including raising their voice with grief-stricken family members the morning of a funeral. My mother, was tending to a family emergency in the US when we heard of her mother, my grandmother's, passing. With COVID safety precautions in place she made sure to travel according to all Government protocols. Within hours the Government of Canada approved her request for a limited release from quarantine to attend her mother's funeral. Clearly, Health Canada felt this was a reasonable and safe request. We contacted Glen Oaks Funeral Home to voluntarily disclose our travel history and have the proper paper work signed so that we ensure a safe environment for our family and your staff during the final rites for my grandmother. I expected the voice on the other end to be one of compassion and reason. I was taken aback when on the other end Don Clarke, (the manager) refused to even let me finish my sentence after I uttered the word 'travel'. Not only did you not have the decency to listen, you tried to intimidate me from your position of power. You lectured me on COVID-19 spread, the inaccuracy of testing and the place of vaccines. You went on to tell me I wouldn't be able to cross the border (we already had) or that the government wouldn't grant us the exemption (they already had). From someone in your position I would expect empathy and understanding; instead I felt belittled and unheard. Don, I understand you must prioritize the safety of your staff and patrons. I agree with you that policies must be put into place to protect health and safety. I would never want to jeopardize anyone's health. In fact, any such misbehavior would have put our entire extended family at risk. However, a high level of safety can still be maintained while leaving the person on the other end feeling like they were treated with humanity. Terry, after such a difficult experience with Don I reached out to you. I sympathize with the difficult position you are in during this unprecedented time. That said, it is my opinion that a regional manager should ensure that policies and procedures are predicated on fact and government recommendations rather than fear and personal opinion. I think this is especially critical in an industry that not only is deemed essential but operates at a time that is so precious and sensitive. You are in a position that dictates how people are able to say their final goodbyes - you forgot this sense of responsibility that comes with your power when you told me "at the end of the day I just need my staff to respect me, so that they'll continue to work for me." Finally, I want to address how my family was treated the morning of the funeral. While we were finally given 15 minutes for my mother to bid her mother goodbye, members of my family were met with rudeness and even yelled at in their attempt to be by my mother's side during one of the most difficult days of her life. Gord Stevens (without a mask), came within 2 ft to yell "no means no!" at us, 2 young women who had permission to attend the regular funeral services. He continued to physically intimidate us, pushing us out the door and forcing us to video call our mother from the frigid parking lot. We were told "we will have to disinfect the room if you come in," implying that the level of effort required for our family to be accommodated was not worth it. It was the lack of decency, empathy, or care for others that left us most appalled. In the end, this tone was set by you, Don and Terry, this is the behaviour that you have condoned. I understand that COVID19 is a scary disease and risk mitigation is a reality in our world right now. However, you provide an essential service. Refusing to engage with people to create safe policies and procedures for everyone is like a doctor refusing to treat patients or a grocery store clerk refusing to stock shelves. It is not possible to reduce risk to 0%. The people you have allowed to enter your funeral home can go to work, school, stores and even restaurants yet you willingly came in direct contact with them to hand them flowers during the service. While people like my mother who yes had travelled, but also quarantined for 5 days and produced 2 negative COVID tests had to beg for 15min in an empty room to say goodbye to her mother. I urge you to take another look at how you decide your policies. It seems to me that they are based on fear rather than thoughtful discourse and risk mitigation. The experience my family had at your facility was unimaginably cruel. I hope you are willing to review your behavior so that another vulnerable family never has to endure what we did at your hands

I wish the circumstances were different. I wish I didn't lose my best friend in life. but sadly we…read moreall have to go at some point. my best friend is buried here and I couldn't help but not give the company a review. as a person not directly tied to the transaction of sale, this business is one of the best funeral homes I've been to. they were super professional and very eager to please everyone during the grieving process. where my best friend is buried, is a pretty tranquil and peaceful place, very beautiful to visit in the fall. my only knock about this place is, the last time I visited my best friends bench there was broken glass all around the bench area, which I felt the need to clean up. I wish the actual plots had a mapping system, cause I won't lie, every time I go to visit my best friend I get lost, which is slightly embarrassing.

This was the first time I had to find a resting place for a loved one with that said, I was blessed…read moreto meet with Rick. Rick is a wealth of knowledge, provided excellent location information, understood what I was looking for, and gave guidance through the process of finding the perfect resting place / new home. We now have a place to visit him. This location is worth it for all the services provided. The location gives a very warm and welcoming feeling and it is well cared for. He allowed me to ask questions and provided the answers. I cannot say thank you enough to Rick for being patient, supportive, and understanding.

This was the first funeral my family had to plan, and I need to extend my gratitude to St. John's…read moreDixie for their care, comfort, and timely help. I especially want to shout out Keith for his kindness during our visitation - he took initiative to clear our food items for us and stayed behind past 9PM to speak with us and share his condolences. We will never forget his kindness. The service was exactly what we were looking for, and we appreciate the dedication put into setting up the area and making it a perfect spot to leave my grandfather. It was beautifully set up, and the choice of music and flowers were exquisite. Thank you to the service for making an otherwise sad day a beautiful celebration of life, and we value their efforts immensely.

If there were more stars to rate, I would select them. What a fabulous team…read more Imagine the stress of planning a wedding... in 3 days... well this is the level of planning needed for a funeral - and all on 1/8 of one's brain power! - trying to make decisions in the grieving stage is like trying to plan it on a rollercoaster, there's just only so much processing power, and SO much going on. Jill is extremely professional and compassionate. They are happy to handle as much or as little as you want. Whether it be facility, flowers, food, brochures, order of service bulletin, at a church, at their hall, at some of each, at none. Like a genie your wish is their command. Small or extravagant they are happy to do both or either - with the same level of professionalism. Lots of options for every price range. They also did the go-between communication for the cemetery, and have contacts for all the churches in town, and know all the right people to connect with, including the newspaper. They are just as happy if you want church to provided sandwiches or you to provide your own flowers, but if you'd rather not, they can do that too. Skwarchuck was wonderful with my family, and so accommodating and gracious with our extended family and friends at my mom's and sister's funerals. Never missed a beat, never dropped a ball, anticipated all and every need (such as does the deceased wear glasses? and added them such that the visual experience is how we know to see the person). They provide a handbook for after the funeral such as who to call to change information (Banks, insurance, gov't... and other places like elections Canada!) Pre-Planning - I would HIGHLY recommend... we thought all along my father in law wanted to be cremated and here when we asked him, he wants to be buried! They were excellent at pre-planning for my own father, they make it very neutral so no one feels bad, actually it's a huge relief, now that family doesn't have to bear the burden, and can just focus on the moment itself and not the 1000 details of a funeral, never-mind contacting all the family & friends. 1000 thank you's Skwarchuck Bradford location for taking such good care of my family. xoxo

From the owner: Skwarchuk Funeral Homes provides comprehensive funeral arrangement services for residents of…read moreBradford West Gwillimbury and surrounding areas. We'll take care of all the details, including funeral planning, burial arrangements, cremation services and funeral preplanning. We handle funeral services for all faiths and customs. For more information, please contact Skwarchuk Funeral Homes.

Ali is amazing and made sure my Dad was put to rest properly.Her care and compassion was very…read morecomforting. The aftercare consultant, Mike L. was very knowledgeable and really helped us prioritize our next steps needed. We were so grateful for all of their help and they laid out everything out in a kind and easy to digest manner. Thank you all so much!

From the owner: Wellington county's oldest family owned funeral home.read more