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Funeral & Cremation Services in Richmond
Affordable, transparent cremation and funeral care for Richmond and Metro Vancouver — available 24/7.
About Alternatives in Richmond
Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services provides affordable, all-inclusive cremation and funeral options for families in Richmond, 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 Richmond, Vancouver, Delta, and communities across Metro Vancouver.
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We're here to help, every step of the way. Whether you're planning ahead or need immediate assistance, our team is available to guide you with care, understanding, and attention to detail.
Local Cemeteries in Richmond
A guide to cemeteries in Richmond.
Richmond Cemetery – 8100 No. 1 Rd, Richmond
Owned and operated by the City of Richmond, this cemetery has served the community since 1891 and spans approximately 14 acres. It offers traditional casket burial, in-ground cremation plots, and columbarium niches. Open to both residents and non-residents, with reduced rates for Richmond residents. The grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk; the cemetery office is available Monday to Friday.
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 Richmond
Common questions from families in Richmond and Metro Vancouver.
- How much does a cremation cost in Richmond, 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 Richmond?
- Yes. Alternatives provides a full range of funeral and cremation services to families in Richmond, 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 Richmond?
- 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 Richmond?
- Richmond Cemetery (est. 1891, 14 acres) is the city's municipal cemetery, offering casket burial, cremation plots, and columbarium niches. Reduced rates are available for Richmond residents. Our team can help coordinate arrangements.
- What should I do when a death occurs in Richmond?
- 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 Richmond
We serve families across Richmond, from Steveston and Seafair to City Centre, Broadmoor, Thompson and Hamilton. Our office in Aldergrove is about 62 km from Richmond City Hall, so Richmond families usually make their arrangements with us by phone or online.
Bringing someone into our care in Richmond
In Richmond we bring loved ones into our care at any hour from Richmond Hospital (Vancouver Coastal Health), from the Salvation Army Rotary Hospice House, and from care homes and private homes.
Questions we are asked in Richmond
Does Richmond have a city cemetery?
No. The City of Richmond has no cemetery or memorial garden of its own, though it has asked residents about creating a memorial garden.
Can ashes be scattered in a Richmond park?
Richmond's parks bylaw does not allow cremated remains to be left in a park or on a school ground, except in an area the city has designated and posted for that purpose.