If remains are shipped outside the province, what document does the coroner need to sign?

When remains are to be shipped outside the province, a certificate for shipment is required. This document serves as an official authorization from the coroner confirming that the remains have been properly inspected and deemed suitable for transport. It ensures that all necessary legal requirements and health regulations are met, facilitating the process of moving the deceased in a respectful and lawful manner.

In Ontario, this certificate is particularly important for ensuring compliance with provincial and federal regulations governing the transportation of human remains. It acts as a safeguard to assure all parties involved—such as funeral homes, transportation services, and receiving jurisdictions—that the remains are being handled appropriately and ethically during the shipping process.

The other documents listed, such as a casket inspection certificate, transportation authorization document, or cremation agreement, serve different purposes and are not specifically required for the act of shipping remains across provincial boundaries in this context. The casket inspection certificate pertains to the physical condition and compliance of the casket itself, while the transportation authorization document usually refers to the overall agreement or permit for transporting goods, but not specifically for the coroner's approval in this scenario. A cremation agreement is related to the cremation process and does not apply when remains are being shipped. Therefore, the certificate for shipment is the essential document