Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Turning to Tradition: More than a Quarter of Americans Embrace Religion in Post-COVID Funeral...

The COVID-19 pandemic is expected to increase the average number of deaths in the United States by 494,000 in 2020 and 445,000 in 2021, according to the 2021 Cremation and Burial Report, released by the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA).

Funeral Directors in Some States Still Advocating for Vaccine Access

Although we’re starting to see the light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel — and many of us have received vaccines — many deathcare professionals are still feeling the strain from the recent spike in deaths. Here are a few industry-related stories to keep you up to date.

Leverage Cremation Trends to Your Advantage

Join industry leaders from Foundation Partners Group, Precoa and Matthews for an interactive discussion on Meeting Families Where They Are: How to Leverage Cremation Trends to Your Advantage, a new webinar on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, 1pm CT.

CANA Symposium: Funeral Business Ethics in a Post-Covid World

As technology, transparency and the knowledge of the consumer evolve in a post-COVID world, ethical practice by professionals has never been more important.

Registration Now Open for CANA’s 103rd In-Person Cremation Innovation Convention

During the challenges of 2020, CANA held a successful virtual convention attracting record-breaking numbers of attendees to what was the first of many events. This year, the association and its leadership see a path to connecting in-person safely.

CANA’s 2022 Symposium Puts Your Story Center Stage

It is a truth universally acknowledged that the funeral profession works better together.

How Many Households Have Cremated Remains? Brand-New Research Debuts at CANA’s 2022 Convention

In April 2022, CANA conducted a new research project with The Harris Poll to find out how many cremated remains are at home, what these households plan to do with them, and much more.

Innovation Abounds at the New NFDA Virtual Cremation Success Seminar

With cremation rates continuing to rise – and at an increased pace during the COVID-19 pandemic – ensuring families have meaningful experiences has never been more important.

CANA Hosted Innovators in Seattle for 103rd Convention

Inspired by the enthusiasm of its members, the Cremation Association of North America decided to host the 103rd Annual Cremation Innovation Convention in-person this August 11-13, 2021 in Seattle, Washington.

CANA Initiates Crucial Conversation Series March 24

Take just one hour out of your workday to connect with colleagues on topics that matter to you. Join the Cremation Association of North America (CANA) for The Art and Science of Cremation: Crucial Conversations Virtual Series.