MSBC NEWS

Updates and events with the Memorial Society of BC

Call for New Board Members

July 9, 2024
The Memorial Society is seeking applications for up to 2 positions on our Board of Directors.  The board is committed to reflecting the diversity of British Columbia and welcomes persons with diverse identities, backgrounds and experiences. Previous Board experience is desirable but not necessary. For a full description of role, click here > If you are interested in being considered, please email ed@memorialsocietybc.org and include your C/V and a letter outlining your interests in joining the Board, no later than 5:00pm, August 16th. Applicants of interest will be contacted for an interview.
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The Memorial Society welcomes Suzanne Klassen to the Member Support Team

June 24, 2024
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 support.  We wish to extend a heart-felt thank to Barb Montgomery who has been in the role since 2021. Barb is stepping away to pursue new endeavor's but will continue with the Memorial Society as casual relief.
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The 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…
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67th 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…
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2023 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…
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The 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…
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