Affordable Cremation Services
Basic Cremation Package $995.00
Arrangements with a licensed funeral director by phone or Zoom | $95.00 |
Transportation of your loved one from place of death to our sheltering facility | $275.00 |
Cremation fee | $625.00 |
Registration of death | included |
Regular Cremation tray ($195 value) | included |
Cardboard urn ($20 value) | included |
Tribute posted on our website | included |
$ 995.00 |
For most families, our $995 affordable cremation package provides everything you need for the final care of your loved one. However, there are some restrictions and a few options you might want to consider. Here are the other charges that may apply to you:
Consumer Protection Fee 48.00
A mandatory administration fee charged by Consumer Protection for each death registered in the Province of British Columbia. This fee will be added to the above package.
Death Certificates27.00
An official document issued by the Department of Vital Statistics typically required as proof of death by banks, government agencies, insurance companies, etc. (If you aren't sure how many to order, start with one. We can always provide you with more later).
Letter of Contents20.00
When travelling with cremated remains by air or upon entry to a foreign country, you may be asked for a statement from the funeral home regarding the death, cremation and urn. Before booking travel to a foreign country other than the United States, we recommend you check with the foreign consulate about any other special requirements for importing cremated remains (Note: There are no special requirements for travelling to the US with cremated remains).
Immediate Transfers145.00
Additional charge for transfers from funeral homes, residences, hospices, care homes, or any location that requires immediate transfer.
Additional Fees for Transfers Outside of our Regular Service AreaChilliwack 50.00
Hope/Squamish 100.00
In-Person Funeral Arrangements125.00
We are able to keep our costs low because our funeral arrangements are completed on-line or over the phone. However, if you prefer to meet with one of our Funeral Directors in person either in your home or our office, this additional fee helps offset the cost of travel.
Dressing95.00
Your loved one can be dressed in their favorite outfit for viewing and/or cremation.
Fingerprint scan/Locks of hair25.00
We will take a digital scan of one of their fingers and upload it to www.eternitystouch.com. From this website you can access a wide assortment of jewelry and other memorial items engraved with the fingerprint. A few items can also hold a few grains of cremated remains inside. Collecting of locks of hair is also included in this fee.
Special Handling of Cremated Remains25.00
An additional fee for splitting cremated remains into multiple portions and/or filling urns or jewelry supplied by others.
DNA Sampling498.00
Receive a purified sample of your loved one's DNA for future testing. See www.securigene.com/video for more details.
Pacemaker Removal 75.00
Pacemakers must be surgically removed prior to cremation.
Cremation for Plus-sized individuals325.00
An additional fee to cover the cost of cremation for those who are over 250 lbs. An oversize cremation tray will be required. See Casket selection page for pricing.
Cremation of Bariatric Decedents525.00
An additional fee to cover the cost of cremation for those who weigh over 400 lbs.
Notify Date and Time of Cremation100.00
We will inform you of the date and time of cremation so you can be thinking of your loved one while the cremation is taking place.
Expedited Cremation200.00
The ashes will be ready for pick up or delivery 48 hours after receiving government authorization to proceed with cremation.
Viewing450.00
A small gathering (approx. 20 people) may visit with the deceased for 30 minutes. Includes washing, dressing, and light cosmetics, if needed.
ID Verification200.00
One or two family members will have 10 minutes to visually verify the identity of your loved one. Does NOT include bathing, dressing, or any other decedent care.
Witness Cremation Start350.00
A few family members (Maximum 10) can be with your loved one as they are placed in the cremation chamber. A family member can start the cremation process, if desired.
Embalming595.00
Treatment of the body for the purpose of sanitation, preservation, and restoration. Recommended, but not legally required, for visitations.
Scattering on Land125.00
We will scatter the cremated remains at one of our local parks.
Shipping Cremated Remains within the BC Lower Mainland (Squamish to Hope)No Charge
If you live within our service area, your loved one's cremated remains will be couriered to you via Express Post.
Personal Delivery of Cremated Remains within our Service Area125.00
One of our staff will deliver your loved one's cremated remains to your home or office. Deliveries scheduled on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 10 AM to 2 PM, based on availability. Service area includes West Vancouver to Abbotsford only.
Shipping Cremated Remains within Canada 95.00
If you live outside our service area, your loved one's cremated remains will be couriered to you via Express Post.
Shipping Cremated Remains to the United States120.00
If you live in the United States, your loved one's cremated remains will be couriered to you via Express Post.
Cremation Containers and CasketsView Cremation Casket Options
Cremation UrnsView Urn Options
Note: Prices are subject to change without notice.