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Funeral & Cremation Services in West Vancouver
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About Alternatives in West Vancouver
Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services provides affordable, all-inclusive cremation and funeral options for families in West Vancouver, 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 West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Vancouver, 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 West Vancouver
A guide to cemeteries in West Vancouver.
Capilano View Cemetery – 1490 3rd St, West Vancouver
Serving the West Vancouver community since 1926, Capilano View Cemetery is a peaceful, well-maintained municipal cemetery with views of the surrounding mountains and waterways. The District offers traditional full casket burial, in-ground cremation burial, and above-ground columbaria niches, with plans underway to expand the columbaria. Plots are available for both residents and non-residents. 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 West Vancouver
Common questions from families in West Vancouver and the North Shore.
- How much does a cremation cost in West Vancouver, 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 West Vancouver?
- Yes. Alternatives provides a full range of funeral and cremation services to families in West Vancouver, 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 West Vancouver?
- 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 West Vancouver?
- Capilano View Cemetery is the municipal cemetery in West Vancouver, serving the community since 1926. It offers traditional casket burial, cremation burial, and columbaria niches. Nearby North Vancouver Cemetery is also within a short drive. Our team can help coordinate arrangements.
- What should I do when a death occurs in West Vancouver?
- 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 West Vancouver
We serve families across West Vancouver, from Ambleside and Dundarave to the British Properties, Caulfeild and Horseshoe Bay. Our office in Aldergrove is about 71 km from West Vancouver Municipal Hall, so West Vancouver families usually arrange everything with us by phone or online.
Bringing someone into our care in West Vancouver
West Vancouver is served by Lions Gate Hospital (Vancouver Coastal Health) and North Shore Hospice, both in North Vancouver. We bring loved ones into our care from either at any hour, and from care homes and private homes.
Questions we are asked in West Vancouver
Where can cremated remains be placed in West Vancouver?
Capilano View Cemetery on 3rd Street, owned by the District of West Vancouver, has served West Vancouver residents since 1926. It has in-ground plots for cremated remains and columbarium niches, and plots cost less when the person they are for lives in West Vancouver.
Can ashes be scattered on a West Vancouver beach?
No. The District of West Vancouver does not permit ashes to be scattered in public spaces, including its parks and beaches.