History in the Making at CANA’s 108th Convention in August
Reflecting on 150 years of change with Jason Engler WHEELING, IL— In 2026, the funeral profession marks an extraordinary milestone: the 150th anniversary of the first modern cremation...
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Motivate and Retain Your Staff
CANA Convention Session on how to better educate, train and mentor the next generation WHEELING, IL— Estimates suggest anywhere from one-third to three-quarters of all new licensees leave funeral service...
From Cremation to Legacy: Addressing the Crisis of Unplaced Remains
CANA Convention features Honnalora Hubbard on helping families create places of meaning WHEELING, IL— Research from the Cremation Association of North America (CANA) finds that as many as 25%...
Artificial Intelligence: Ethics, Compassion, and Professional Judgment
Martha Thayer offers practical guidelines for using AI in funeral service at the CANA Convention WHEELING, IL— Artificial Intelligence is making itself felt everywhere in daily life. From a...
What Does Gathering Look Like For You?
Glenda Stansbury and Brent Patterson to Inspire at the CANA Convention this August 12-14, 2026 WHEELING, IL— Is it hard to get families excited about the funeral arrangements you provide? When we...
When THEY Don’t Choose Service, It’s Time to Adapt
CANA-Certified Cremation Specialist Training Reconnects You with Today’s Cremation Families WHEELING, IL— Your business was built to serve families—and today, more of those families are choosing cremation. As...
Bridging the Gap Between End-Of-Life Doulas and Death Care
End-of-Life Doula Brings Synergy to CANA’s Convention this August 12-14, 2026 WHEELING, IL—The use of end-of-life doulas may seem like a new idea, but the practice of these caregivers is as...