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Funeral & Cremation Services in Port Coquitlam
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About Alternatives in Port Coquitlam
Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services provides affordable, all-inclusive cremation and funeral options for families in Port Coquitlam, BC. Founded in 1992, Alternatives is a Canadian-owned provider committed to transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Our Simple Cremation service starts at $1,999.65 and includes transportation, the cremation process, and a basic urn. We also offer Celebration of Life gatherings, Witness Cremation, full funeral services, and green burial options. Our licensed funeral directors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, serving families in Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Pitt Meadows, and communities across Metro Vancouver.
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Local Cemeteries in Port Coquitlam
A guide to cemeteries in and near Port Coquitlam.
Port Coquitlam Cemetery – 4150 Oxford Street, Port Coquitlam, BC
A well-maintained municipal cemetery overlooking the Pitt River, established in 1913 and spanning approximately 5 acres. Burial options include traditional casket plots, in-ground cremation plots, and columbarium niches. Open to both residents and non-residents, though residents receive priority and reduced rates. The grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk.
Municipal CemeteryOur Licensed Funeral Directors
At Alternatives, our team is committed to guiding and supporting families with genuine compassion every step of the way.
Andre Carelse
Director of Family Care
Amanda Hanscom
Apprentice Funeral Director
Ännika Anderson de Ángel
Licensed Funeral Director
Carolyn Cizmok
Licensed Funeral Director
Gaymond Wong
Licensed Funeral Director
Jesús Angel Hernandez
Apprentice Funeral Director
Kristi Olson
Licensed Funeral Director
Lisa Hodgkinson
Licensed Funeral Director
Frequently Asked Questions About Funeral Services in Port Coquitlam
Common questions from families in Port Coquitlam and the Tri-Cities.
- How much does a cremation cost in Port Coquitlam, BC?
- Our Simple Cremation service is priced at $1,999.65, all-inclusive with taxes. This covers transportation of the deceased into our care, the cremation process, all required documentation, and a basic urn. There are no hidden fees.
- Do you offer funeral services in Port Coquitlam?
- Yes. Alternatives provides a full range of funeral and cremation services to families in Port Coquitlam, including Simple Cremation, Witness Cremation, Celebration of Life ceremonies, traditional funeral services, and graveside and green burial.
- Can I plan a funeral or cremation in advance in Port Coquitlam?
- Absolutely. Pre-planning locks in today's pricing and relieves your family of difficult decisions during a time of grief. Contact us at (604) 857-5779 or start arranging online.
- What cemeteries are available in Port Coquitlam?
- Port Coquitlam Cemetery (est. 1913, 5 acres) is the city's municipal cemetery, offering casket burial, cremation plots, and columbarium niches. Nearby Robinson Memorial Park Cemetery in Coquitlam is also available. Our team can help coordinate arrangements at either location.
- What should I do when a death occurs in Port Coquitlam?
- Call us at (604) 857-5779 any time, day or night. We will arrange transportation and guide you through the next steps. Visit our A Death Has Occurred resource page for a detailed overview.
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Serving Port Coquitlam
We serve families across Port Coquitlam, from Downtown and Lincoln Park to Mary Hill, Citadel Heights and Riverwood. Our office in Aldergrove is about 42 km from Port Coquitlam City Hall, and most families arrange everything with us by phone or online.
Bringing someone into our care in Port Coquitlam
Port Coquitlam's nearest hospital and hospice are both in Port Moody: Eagle Ridge Hospital (Fraser Health) and Crossroads Hospice. We bring loved ones into our care from either at any hour, as well as from care homes and private homes across the Tri-Cities.
Questions we are asked in Port Coquitlam
Can ashes be buried or scattered at Port Coquitlam Cemetery?
Yes. The City of Port Coquitlam's cemetery at 4150 Oxford Street has in-ground cremation plots, a columbarium, and a scattering garden with a Memory Book where a name can be inscribed. The fees in the city's cemetery brochure are for residents; former residents and non-residents can call the cemetery for their rates.