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Planning Guide for End-of-Life Transition & Funeral Rites in Sanatan Dharma
This online guide is intended to provide information and resources related to pre-planning, planning and execution of the various steps related to Antim Sanskaar, the final rites preceding and following the death of a loved one.
The resources provided are specific to Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It is important to note that these resources do not address specific family or community traditions. Use the links below to navigate each section of this website.
This identifies the actions that can be taken in advance to smoothen the end-of-life transition:
o Personal – clarifying personal wishes and practices
o Financial – identifying and organizing all financial and material assets and liabilities
o Sharing information and final wishes – ensuring appropriate and accurate communication
Matters to consider and actions that may be taken when a loved one’s death is imminent.
Matters to consider and actions that may be taken at the time of death and immediately after.
o Day 1 (day of death) – cremation and funeral planning
o Day 2 to Day 10 – activities related to cremation and funeral and Shraadh Pooja planning.
o Day 11, 12 and 13 – some communities may have activities on each of these days, however, most people
may have just one day of Shraadh Pooja
o Varsi (6 months, 11 months or 1 year period)
o Tithi – After one year
o Hindu temples with contact info, Crematoriums & Funeral Homes and Stores for Supplies
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