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Affiliations, Licensing
& Community Support

Trusted partnerships that reflect our standards and the communities we serve.

Since 1992, Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services has been proud to stand alongside the professional associations, regulatory bodies, and community organizations that hold our industry to a higher standard and care for the families we serve. Below are the affiliations and partnerships that shape how we work every day.

Community We Support

Grief and end-of-life care extend far beyond the funeral itself. We're proud to support local hospice societies and community organizations across the Fraser Valley and Metro Vancouver — groups that care for families and neighbours before, during, and long after a loss.

Chilliwack Hospice Society

Chilliwack Hospice Society

Offering palliative care support, bereavement programs, and education throughout the Chilliwack community.

Peace Arch Hospice Society

Peace Arch Hospice Society

Serving the White Rock and South Surrey communities with hospice care, grief counselling, and support programs for all ages.

Burnaby Hospice Society

Burnaby Hospice Society

Supporting individuals, families, and caregivers facing serious illness, dying, and grief throughout Burnaby.

Langley Meals on Wheels

Langley Meals on Wheels

Delivering nutritious meals and meaningful connection to seniors and those recovering from illness, helping everyone in the Langley community stay fed, connected, and supported.

Ron Cares Society

Ron Cares Society

Supporting vulnerable members of our community — including people experiencing homelessness, seniors, low-income families, and newcomers — through care kits and community assistance programs.

Professional & Community Memberships

Membership in these organizations keeps us connected to evolving best practices, ethical standards, and the local business communities we serve.

Cremation Association of North America (CANA) member

Cremation Association of North America (CANA)

CANA is the leading authority on cremation in North America. As a member, we participate in ongoing education, ethical standards, and industry research that directly inform the care we provide.

Green Burial Council member

Green Burial Council

The Green Burial Council is North America's leading authority on environmentally sustainable death care, setting rigorous standards for green burial. Our membership reflects our commitment to offering families greener, more natural end-of-life options.

Burnaby Board of Trade member

Burnaby Board of Trade

As members of the Burnaby Board of Trade, we're proud to support local business, connect with neighbours, and contribute to a thriving Burnaby community.

Langley Chamber of Commerce member

Langley Chamber of Commerce

Membership in the Langley Chamber of Commerce reflects our deep roots in the Fraser Valley and our ongoing commitment to the families and businesses of Langley.

Licensed & Regulated

Funeral services in British Columbia are regulated to protect families. Alternatives meets every requirement, and your prepaid arrangements are secured through a regulated Canadian insurer.

Licensed by Consumer Protection BC, License 16036

Consumer Protection BC — Licence #16036

Alternatives is licensed and regulated by Consumer Protection BC under the Cremation, Interment and Funeral Services Act. You can verify our licence directly through the Consumer Protection BC licence search.

TruStage Life of Canada

TruStage Life of Canada

All prepaid funeral arrangements are secured with TruStage Life of Canada, a regulated and longstanding Canadian insurance provider. Your investment is safeguarded, fully protected, and available when needed.

Have questions about our affiliations or how we serve your community?

Our team is here 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We're always happy to talk about how we work, who we partner with, and how we can support your family.