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Traditional Funeral Service Providers

FUNERAL HOMES

There are many good quality funeral homes in your area - Some are family operated and others are company owned, you can find them listed in the yellow pages of your area phone book under funeral services. Another very good source for information on Funeral Homes is "The Funeral Service Assn of BC". This association offers a referral service and related information.

CREMATORIUMS

Crematoriums are generally associated with the larger funeral homes. They can be found listed in the yellow pages of your area phone book under crematoriums and/or funeral homes. There are some companies that specialize in cremations and serving you directly.

CEMETERIES

Cemeteries are also most often associated with the larger funeral homes, and are listed in the yellow pages of your phone book under Cemeteries and/or Funeral Services. If you are interested in a traditional burial, plots and services can be purchased on time.

Alternatives and New Trends

There are some new trends in the way people wish to be remembered and cared for in death. Following are some companies that are offering services to meet these changing needs.

Marine Memorial Services

"Marine Memorial Services" is a company serving those who wish to have ashes scattered at sea. The company offers their clients a full range of professional ecologically sensitive services for the accompanied and unaccompanied scattering of ashes in the Lower Mainland, on Vancouver Island, and in the Gulf Islands.

Celebrants

Is a group of fully trained funeral service leaders that provide alternatives to traditional religious services. This service is becoming international.

Sources of Financial Assistance

The cost of the services related to caring for the deceased are high and can be a burden for some. Following are some sources of financial help for those who qualify.

Unions, Societies, and Lodges

Veterans and Service Personal

Check with The Department of Veterans Affairs, The Royal Canadian Legion, and The Department of National Defense.

British Columbia Government Resources

The government of British Columbia provides resources to those with particular needs for finanical help.

Survivor Benefits

Many people are entitled to survivor benefits which they do not receive. Following is a list of some of these benefits. Please note that survivor benefits must be applied for...