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TABLE 46
METHOD OF DISPOSITION OF DECEDENT
British Columbia, 1985-2001

Table, Method of Disposition of Decedent

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HIGHLIGHTS TO TABLE 46
  • In 2001, out of every 100 deaths approximately:
    • 76 resulted in cremations (21,281)
    • 24 involved burials (6,667).

  • Since 1985, there has been a decreasing trend in burials.