In an effort to make death more bearable and environmentally friendly, the Green Cemetery Project Winnipeg aims to bring the first green cemetery to Manitoba. These cemeteries maintain their natural ecosystem, bury bodies without embalming or headstones, and use biodegradable materials.
As the popularity of green cemeteries grows, people are becoming more aware of their environmental benefits. Traditional burials involve embalming, which releases chemicals into the ground, while cremations use fossil fuels and electricity.
Winnipeg currently offers hybrid green burial options at three cemeteries, but Penner and Rosin hope to establish a cemetery that exclusively offers this option. They are currently searching for the ideal piece of land that meets their environmental and water considerations.