5 Best Funeral Homes in Toronto (2026)

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By Fenris Morrow, Expert in Professional Services · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Jerrett Funeral Homes and Affordable Burials & Cremations are almost tied at the top of this funeral homes in Toronto list, each holding a 4.9 rating on well over 280 reviews. A simple cremation package here starts at $1,799.70, published directly by one of the five.

Short answer: Jerrett Funeral Homes - St. Clair Chapel and Affordable Burials & Cremations are essentially tied at the top, each holding a 4.9 rating across 290 and 281 reviews. Affordable Burials also publishes its pricing directly, with a simple cremation package starting at $1,799.70. Giffen-Mack and Trull (4.8, 267 reviews) rounds out the top three.

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How Toronto's Top Funeral Homes Compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Jerrett Funeral Homes - St. Clair Chapel	4.9 ★	290	Pre-planning / personalized service	View ›
2	Affordable Burials & Cremations	4.9 ★	281	Transparent pricing / online planning	View ›
3	Giffen-Mack and Trull Funeral Home	4.8 ★	267	Compassionate, unhurried service	View ›
4	Ridley Funeral Home	4.9 ★	224	Affordable, family-run care (and pet services)	View ›
5	Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Centres	4.6 ★	224	Historic grounds with full funeral and cremation services	View ›

Our picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Jerrett Funeral Homes - St. Clair Chapel

4.9290 Google reviews

Jerrett Funeral Homes' St. Clair Chapel is part of the Dignity Memorial network, operating out of St. Clair Avenue West in Toronto's west end. The location handles both traditional funerals and cremation, and reviewers describe a pre-arrangement process that walks families through options well ahead of need, including digitally signing a plan. It's also listed as a funeral director, cremation service, and mortuary in one location.

What people praise

Family service counselor Daniela Lamonaca is named repeatedly for patient, clear guidance on pre-planning
Reviewers describe videography and personalized touches, like matching pallbearer flowers to a loved one's aesthetic
Staff members Katie, Duncan, and Angela are mentioned by name for support during visitation and the funeral itself
Several reviewers say they've used Jerrett more than once and returned by choice

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume290 · 97th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

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Our take: 290 reviews at 4.9 makes this the highest-volume funeral home on the list, and the record holds up star for star. The pre-arrangement process reviewers describe in detail is worth asking about if you're planning ahead rather than in the moment.

Website +1416-654-7744 Directions

1141 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6E 1B1

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Affordable Burials & Cremations

4.9281 Google reviews

Affordable Burials & Cremations, based in East York, offers burial and cremation services with pricing posted directly on its site, including a simple cremation package starting at $1,799.70 and a private family goodbye option from $2,323.45. The company positions itself around online planning, letting families build a quote and complete much of the process without an in-person visit, alongside a 24-hour phone line.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently mention transparent, upfront pricing with no surprises
Families describe the online planning process as simple to complete
Staff responded promptly even on weekends, according to multiple reviews
Reviewers who set up plans years in advance say the company honored the original arrangement without issue

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume281 · 92th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: At 4.9 across 281 reviews, this is essentially tied with Jerrett on volume, and its posted pricing is the most detailed on this page, useful if cost clarity matters most to your family.

Website +1416-489-8000 Directions

41 Industrial St Unit 102, East York, ON M4G 0C7

#3🕑 Open 7 days

Giffen-Mack and Trull Funeral Home

4.8267 Google reviews

Giffen-Mack and Trull Funeral Home, on Danforth Avenue, is another Dignity Memorial location offering funeral and cremation services, including memorial displays and celebration-of-life arrangements. Reviewers describe a calm, unrushed process even for families coordinating from outside Canada.

What people praise

Reviewers repeatedly describe the process as unhurried and personal rather than transactional
Staff member Twyla is named for accommodating special requests during a service
Family service representative Sarah Ashley McGrath is credited with handling post-death paperwork like CPP and OAS cancellation
One reviewer coordinating from New York said staff made an unfamiliar Canadian process manageable

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume267 · 87th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.8 across 267 reviews puts it third here, just behind the two leaders. The reviews describing help with government paperwork after a death are a detail worth knowing about if you're the one handling the estate.

Website +1416-698-3121 Directions

2570 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4C 1L3

#4🕑 Open 7 days

Ridley Funeral Home

4.9224 Google reviews

Ridley Funeral Home operates out of Etobicoke on Lake Shore Boulevard West, offering burial, cremation, casket, and funeral director services, and is also listed as offering pet funeral services. The company's own site describes itself as affordable, and reviewers back that up directly.

What people praise

Multiple reviewers specifically call out reasonable, affordable pricing compared to other homes
Staff member Lindsey is named for guiding a family step by step after a death
Reviewers mention a follow-up aftercare program that continued after the burial
Families without pre-arranged plans say they were still treated with patience and care

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume224 · 79th

Confidencehigh

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.9 across 224 reviews ties it with Mount Pleasant on volume, but the rating and the repeated mentions of affordability set it apart. Worth a call if budget and personal care both matter.

Website +1416-259-3705 Directions

3080 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1K3

#5🕑 Open 7 days

Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Centres

4.6224 Google reviews

Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Centres has served Toronto families since 1876 and holds a Funeral Establishment License, a Cemetery License, and a Crematorium License, all in one midtown location on Mount Pleasant Road. It's the resting place of several notable Canadians and operates as both a working cemetery and a full-service funeral and cremation centre with dedicated pre-planning advisors.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently describe the grounds as exceptionally well-maintained and peaceful
The site's history since 1876 and its mausoleums are mentioned often as a point of pride for visitors
Multiple reviewers note it feels safe and welcoming even outside of a service
The property's size and landscaping are described as remarkable for a location in the middle of the city

Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume224 · 79th

Confidencemoderate

Recency9 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown79% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.6 across 224 reviews ranks it fifth here on the numbers. Worth knowing: most public reviews describe the historic grounds rather than the funeral or cremation service directly, so if you're evaluating the funeral centre itself, it's worth calling ahead to ask about that side of the operation specifically.

Website +1416-485-9129 Directions

375 Mt Pleasant Rd, Toronto, ON M4T 2V8

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How we score these

Rating is the live Google average. Volume counts how many families actually left a review, more reviews means a steadier read. Confidence weighs the rating against that volume, and recency checks whether people are still reviewing lately, not just years back. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does a funeral cost in Toronto? (2026)

Cremation without a viewing is generally the least expensive route, and cost climbs from there with embalming, a casket, a viewing, or a full service.

Job	Typical price
Simple cremation package (Affordable Burials & Cremations, published)	from $1,799.70
Private family goodbye package (Affordable Burials & Cremations, published)	from $2,323.45

Prices as published directly on Affordable Burials & Cremations’ own website, verified July 2026. Get a full itemized quote from any provider before deciding.

Serving all of Toronto

This list covers downtown, East York, Etobicoke, and midtown, so wherever you’re searching from, a funeral home near you in Toronto is likely on this page. If your family is coordinating from outside Ontario or even outside Canada, several of these homes describe handling arrangements remotely.

What to ask before choosing a funeral home

Is the price you’re quoting the full cost, or are there fees added later?
Can arrangements be made or signed remotely if family is out of province or out of country?
Do you offer both burial and cremation, and can plans be set up in advance?
What happens to pre-paid plans if the location or ownership changes?
Is there an aftercare program, and what does it include after the service?
Do you handle paperwork like CPP, OAS, or death certificate requests?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these five?

We compared Toronto funeral homes on their real Google rating, how many families reviewed them, and how recently those reviews came in, then combined all three into one score.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026, and we recheck ratings and review counts periodically.

Is cremation cheaper than a traditional burial in Toronto?

Generally yes. Affordable Burials & Cremations publishes a simple cremation package starting around $1,799.70, while a full burial service with casket and viewing typically costs more.

Can I set up funeral arrangements before they’re needed?

Yes. Several homes on this list, including Jerrett and Affordable Burials & Cremations, describe pre-arrangement plans that can be set up and signed in advance, sometimes even remotely.

The bottom line

Jerrett Funeral Homes - St. Clair Chapel and Affordable Burials & Cremations are the two safest defaults here, nearly tied on rating and volume, with Affordable Burials offering the clearest published pricing. Whichever home you call, ask for the full price in writing before you commit to anything.

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