Simple Cremation
An Affordable Choice for $1,999.65
Our Simple Cremation package offers a caring approach for families who prefer a quiet farewell without a formal service. We handle every step, from transferring your loved one into our care to delivering the cremated remains and necessary documents back to you.
In-Home Arrangements
Our compassionate team will visit you at home (or meet virtually/phone, if you prefer) to guide you through the paperwork and answer any questions.
Transfer & On-Site Cremation
We respectfully transport your loved one from their place of passing to our on-site crematorium, where every step is managed with the utmost care.
Return of Ashes & Certificates
Once cremation is complete, we deliver the ashes and death certificate(s) directly to your door for your convenience.
Vancouver , Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley
$1,999.65
Includes:
- In-home arrangement (or meet virtually/phone)
- Registration of death with Vital Statistics
- Transfer from place of death (24-hour service)
- Cardboard cremation container (other choices available)
- Cremation fee
- White cardboard cremation urn
- Death Certificate
- Delivery of Death Certificate and ashes to your home
- Online Obituary and Executor Assistance Resources
- All Taxes and Fees
Simple Cremation Cost Breakdown:
- Professional Fee: $993.00
- Cremation Fee: $695.00
- Cremation Container: $145.00
- Consumer Protection BC Fee: $48.00
- GST: $91.65
- Death Certificate: $27.00
- Total: $1,999.65
While Simple Cremation does not include a formal service, you can still personalize the experience at any time. Choose from visitations, witnessing of the cremation, urn or keepsake options, or extra death certificates—whatever you need to honour your loved one in a way that feels right.
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After the Cremation
Thoughtful Ways to Honour a Loved One’s Memory
The journey doesn’t end with cremation—in fact, it’s often the beginning of how we choose to celebrate, remember, and lay our loved ones to rest. At Alternatives, we offer meaningful options for final placement of ashes, each designed to reflect your values and honour your loved one with dignity and care.
Whether you prefer natural conservation Heritage Gardens, an eco-friendly sea scattering off the shores of Crescent Beach, or something else, we’re here to guide you through these choices with compassion, clarity, and respect.
Explore the possibilities below and let us help you find the right fit for your family’s needs.
Conservation Memorial at Heritage Gardens
A natural resting place in a living, growing legacy.
At Heritage Gardens, we will help you create the perfect tribute for that loved one who means the world. We are dedicated to helping families navigate their grief journey by providing a space for healing & artful expression. $2,895.00 (subject to change, prices set by Heritage Gardens Cemetery)
- Burial of ashes directly into the earth – no urn required
- Choice of garden (Willow, Katsura, Harmony or The Glen)
- Ongoing care and perpetual maintenance of the garden
- Intimate Committal Ceremony
- Personalized bronze memorial (fish, bird, bee, or classic plaque) or engraved riverstone
- Supports local conservation and environmental efforts
Inquire directly with Heritage Gardens Cemetery for pricing.
Sea Scattering Cremated Remains
An Eco-Friendly Memorial on the Waters of Crescent Beach
Alternatives proudly offers an Annual Sea Scattering of Cremated Remains, a respectful and environmentally conscious memorial conducted exclusively by our professional team. This service is ideal for families seeking a serene, natural tribute—without the need for in-person attendance.
- Secure, respectful storage of ashes until annual ceremony
- Individual name reading and gentle scattering into the sea
- Personalized commemorative certificate with date & GPS coordinates
$95.00 (plus tax)
We understand this can be a very difficult time – and we're here to help.
Our compassionate team is here 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide the support and understanding you need, helping you honour your loved one in a way that truly reflects their life and legacy.
Together, we can create a meaningful tribute that celebrates their unique journey, ensuring they are remembered with love and dignity.
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