“We help our members plan funerals that are simple, dignified, and affordable.”

“We help our members plan funerals that are simple, dignified, and affordable.”

“We help our members plan funerals that are simple, dignified, and affordable.”

Memorial Society of British Columbia

Whenever family members lose someone, they’re in a vulnerable state. It’s not a good time to attempt to find the best funeral provider at a fair rate.  That’s where the Memorial Society of BC comes in. We’re a not-for-profit organization, offering comfort, convenience and price protection. Above all, we help make things easier for your family and loved ones.

When your time comes, all they have to do is phone us 24/7, and the Society will provide your wishes and the contact details for approved funeral providers offering contracted Memorial Society member pricing at a discount on posted rates.

Click the join now button to start our secure and simple registration process. With a single $50 payment you’re a member for life.

Once you’ve signed up, you can download and print a wallet card too, so it will be easy for anyone to know you’ve joined.

Over 250,000 British Columbians have been members of the Memorial Society of BC since 1956. We are the largest consumer advocacy group in Canada protecting your interests when it is time to make funeral arrangements, so we’re a trusted choice.

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Upon a Death call us

at 1(888) 816-5902

The first and most important is to take care of your deceased family member.

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Funeral Provider Partners

More than 20 contracted independent funeral providers serving over 75 BC communities.

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As a non-profit organization, a financial gift in any amount helps maintain the Society’s good work, and can benefit British Columbians for years to come!

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Hindu End-of-Life Beliefs and Practices

January 15, 2025

Hindu End-of-Life Beliefs and Practices As part of our series on diverse cultural beliefs and practices on death and dying, we are grateful to the Sri Sadashiva Subramaniya Swamy Temple Foundation for an enlightening article on Hinduism. For more information, visit https://www.subramaniyaswamytemple.ca/  In Hinduism, beliefs and practices surrounding the end of life are deeply rooted…

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Call to Support Greener Options for British Columbians

March 19, 2025

The Memorial Society of BC is calling on its members and the general public to urge the BC Government to legalize greener options for the disposition of human remains in British Columbia. At this time, British Columbians only have the options of cremation and burial for the disposition of their bodies. Both forms have harmful impacts…

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