Cremation lots

Find resting places and memorial options for cremated remains at Parkview Cemetery.

On this page:

1. Choose a resting place
2. Review pricing
3. Contact us

Choose a resting place

Select a final resting place for cremated remains. Options include in-ground burials, columbarium niches and scattering gardens.

Cremation lots

We have several gardens designed for the in-ground burial of cremated remains. Each garden has its own layout, lot sizes and memorial options.

Green burial lots

A green burial lot can hold 1 traditional burial and up to 4 cremations. This option uses biodegradable materials and supports a natural wildflower meadow.

Learn more on our green burials page.

Traditional burial lots

Traditional lots can also be used for cremated remains. Each grave can hold 1 casket and several cremations, depending on the section. 

Visit the traditional casket burial page for details.

Columbarium niches

A columbarium is a permanent structure with small spaces called niches. Each niche holds 2 cremated remains. Our staff can help you choose a location.

We offer 2 types of niches:

• outdoor granite niches
• indoor glass-front niches in the Parkview chapel

Scattering gardens

Scattering gardens are natural areas filled with plants and flowers. Staff gently place the cremated remains into the earth with the family. Scattering is not recoverable and becomes part of the landscape.

Parkview offers several peaceful locations for scattering.

Explore memorial options

Memorial choices depend on the resting place you choose:

• in-ground lots may allow lawn-level markers or upright monuments
• memorial path or water feature lots may allow ground-level plaques or simple inscriptions
• columbarium niches may allow plaques or scrolls; indoor niches may allow small personal items

Staff can help you understand what is available in each section.

Learn more on a Create a lasting memorial page.

Review pricing

Costs vary by choice of resting place and memorial type. 

Common fees include:

• lot, niche or scattering garden
• marker or monument
• installation and care and maintenance fees
• required BAO Consumer Protection Fee

Review the Cemetery Services Price List (PDF) or contact our staff for help choosing an option.

Contact us

Our licensed cemetery staff can guide you through your choices and help you plan a final resting place.

To book an appointment, call 519-725-9280 or email parkview@waterloo.ca.

We are available:

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Our office is located at Parkview Cemetery, 335 University Avenue East.