Green / Natural Burial Styles

A green or natural burial is environmentally friendly and involves returning the body to the earth for natural decomposition. The requirements usually include a biodegradable shroud, a natural fibre urn or casket and no embalming or grave liner. In this way, human remains continue to be part of the natural life cycle of the planet.

Learn more about the Natural Cemetery on Salt Spring Island.

Juda/Eco

Wooden dowelled solid poplar. No metal, with raw cotton. Star of David optional.

Seagrass Casket

Hand-Woven Willow Wicker & Seagrass Rope, Natural & Unbleached Cotton Interior & Pillow.

Salt Urn

These salt urns are made from solid blocks of 250 million year old Himalayan Rock Salt. Once in water, they will eventually dissolve. When buried, they will biodegrade.

Sand Urn

Oceane Sand urns are made from a combination of sand and gelatin. Once in water, they will eventually dissolve. When buried, they will biodegrade.

Bamboo Urn

Handmade construction from bamboo. Biodegradable box cremation urn. Dimensions: 5.7″ x 9.25″ x 6.5″

Shroud

Suitable for burial or cremation and 100% biodegradable. They are a unique alternative for a natural burial. *Note: Product may vary slightly from photo.

Scattering Tubes

Biodegradable Scattering Urn

Journey Urn