MSBC News
Call to Support Greener Options for British Columbians
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…
Read MoreProudly Supports Local Business
There is a growing movement across the county to support Canadian businesses in response to U.S. imposed tariffs. Did you know that the Memorial Society partners only with BC-owned and operated funeral providers across the province? This has been our practice for several years! This helps safeguard independent funeral providers in BC against corporate ownership…
Read MoreProtect the Environment & Fundraise for the Memorial Society of BC
Tru Earth strives to make the world a better place through its commitment to the planet’s well-being with environmentally conscious products, with minimal waste packaging. They offer a wide range of eco-friendly detergents and cleaning products delivered directly to your home. Every time someone clicks our (MSBC) fundraising link to Tru Earth and places…
Read MoreAnnual General Meeting Update
Thank you to the members who joined us in-person and online at our Annual General Meeting on Saturday, October 26th, 2024. A special note of thanks to our guest speakers for their engaging presentations on emerging greener technologies for body disposition: Christa Ovenell, Aquamation BC Coalition Laureen Stokes, Natural Organic Reduction in BC …
Read MoreThe Memorial Society welcomes Suzanne Klassen to the Member Support Team
The Memorial Society welcomes Suzanne Klassen to the Member Support Team. Suzanne comes with a rich history of working with not-for-profits, providing information, support and referrals. Suzanne is adept at working with diverse populations including seniors and vulnerable groups. She approaches customer service with respect, sincerity, calmness and warmth. Suzanne joins Suzy Thomas in member…
Read More67th Annual General Meeting Thank You
The Memorial Society of British Columbia held its 67th Annual General Meeting on Saturday, November 18th, 2023 Thank you to the many members who joined us both in person and online through Zoom. A special note of thanks to guest speaker Ian Sutton, author of The Big Exit: The Surprisingly Urgent Challenge of Handling the…
Read More2023 Annual General Meeting Notice
The Board and Staff of the Memorial Society of BC hope that you and your loved ones are well and safe. This year we will be holding our 67th Annual General Meeting Saturday, November 18th, 2023 1:00 – 2:30 pm Hewlett Hall, Unitarian Church of Vancouver 949 West 49th Ave, Vancouver With Guest Speaker Ian…
Read MoreThe 66th Annual General Meeting
The Memorial Society of British Columbia held its 66th Annual General Meeting on Saturday, November 5th, 2022. Thank you to the many members who joined us both in person and online through Zoom. A special note of thanks also to guest speaker Karen Hendrickson, Co-Founder of the Death Doula Network of BC, for her informative…
Read MoreUpdate Re Memorial Societies Closures
The Memorial Society of British Columbia (MSBC) was established in 1956, helping members access simple, affordable and dignified funerals for over 65 years. We learned recently of the closures of the People’s Memorial Society of BC and the Vancouver Island Memorial Society, effective November 1st, 2022. These two organizations are independent and separate from the…
Read More2022 Annual General Meeting Notice
The Board and Staff of the Memorial Society of BC hope that you and your loved ones are well and safe. This year we will be holding our 66th Annual General Meeting Saturday, November 5th, 2022 1:00 – 2:30 pm Sanctuary, Unitarian Church of Vancouver 949 West 49 th Ave, Vancouver With guest speaker Karen…
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