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TABLE 46
METHOD OF DISPOSITION OF DECEDENT
British Columbia, 1985-2002

Table, Method of Disposition of Decedent

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HIGHLIGHTS TO TABLE 46
  • In 2002, out of every 100 deaths approximately:
    • 77 resulted in cremations (21,965)
    • 23 involved burials (6,533).

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