Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services

Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services Compassionate, flexible funeral and cremation services in BC and SK. Canadian owned and operated.

Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services began in Western Canada in 1992 as Personal Alternative Funeral Services, with the goal of providing consumers with a comfortable, affordable and common-sense alternative to the escalating costs found in many funeral homes. Clearly our approach was welcomed as we have become the largest independently owned funeral home in Western Canada. From the one locat

ion in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, the company has grown to serve over 1,200 families every year. From the inception, our business model of going to the family in their own home to make final arrangements has become very successful. Other funeral providers discovered our system, resulting in the establishment of Partner Locations in various cities including, Vernon, Armstrong, and Trail in British Columbia, in Calgary and Red Deer in Alberta. And we are pleased to welcome the latest Partner Location in Regina, Saskatchewan. Our mission is to deliver superior value, both financially and emotionally. And while our name has changed, the same strong ownership and management structure remains in place.

Thank you for the kind words! Supporting AHGSS is truly an honour. The work you do - walking alongside families through ...
05/06/2026

Thank you for the kind words! Supporting AHGSS is truly an honour. The work you do - walking alongside families through grief, loss, and end-of-life care - matters deeply to our community, and we're proud to stand with you.💙

Thank you to our amazing pillar sponsor Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services for your generous support of our 2026 Moments of Hope Gala! ⁠⁠
We are so grateful to partner with an organization that truly believes in supporting others when it’s needed most. ⁠⁠⁠
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Busy weekend ahead—in the best way.You’ll find the Alternatives team at four community events across the area. Whether y...
04/30/2026

Busy weekend ahead—in the best way.
You’ll find the Alternatives team at four community events across the area. Whether you have questions, want to learn more, or just feel like stopping by for a chat, we’re here for it. Come find us!

On National Pet Day, we celebrate the incredible ways our furry friends fill our lives with joy, purpose, and connection...
04/11/2026

On National Pet Day, we celebrate the incredible ways our furry friends fill our lives with joy, purpose, and connection. They greet us with unconditional love, comfort us in quiet moments, and remind us to embrace life with playfulness and heart. Pets leave pawprints on our hearts that stay forever, shaping the way we love, connect, and find meaning in every day. At Alternatives, we honor these special companions as cherished members of our families, whose presence makes life fuller and more meaningful. Let’s see your pets! They make life brighter.

Gandhi teaches us that we discover our truest selves in service to others. When we connect deeply, act with integrity, g...
04/10/2026

Gandhi teaches us that we discover our truest selves in service to others. When we connect deeply, act with integrity, grow through challenges, show respect, and serve with heart, every act becomes a chance to honor life and uplift those around us.

Choosing to donate your organs or body is more than a decision—it’s a way to stay connected to the lives you touch, to h...
04/09/2026

Choosing to donate your organs or body is more than a decision—it’s a way to stay connected to the lives you touch, to honor others with respect, and to serve your community long after you’re gone. It’s about leaving a meaningful legacy and growing the impact of your life.

Carolyn began her career in the funeral profession in 2022 at Alternatives. Starting in an administrative role she passi...
04/07/2026

Carolyn began her career in the funeral profession in 2022 at Alternatives. Starting in an administrative role she passionately grew into her current position as a Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer. She is dedicated to supporting families with compassion & respect. She values ensuring every service uniquely reflects the life and wishes of their loved one and family. With her empathetic nature, she considers it an honour to serve families and provide meaningful care during such hard times. Outside of work she enjoys gaming, spending quality time with friends, art & travelling.

Napoleon Hill, renowned author of Think and Grow Rich, reminded us that ‘the time will never be just right.’ From a life...
04/03/2026

Napoleon Hill, renowned author of Think and Grow Rich, reminded us that ‘the time will never be just right.’ From a life-to-the-fullest perspective, especially in the context of honoring life’s fleeting nature, his words encourage us to act, connect, and make meaningful moments now—because waiting for ‘perfect conditions’ means missing the moments that truly matter.

You Don't Have to Navigate This Alone  - At Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services, guiding families through these st...
04/02/2026

You Don't Have to Navigate This Alone - At Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services, guiding families through these steps is at the heart of what we do. From coordinating the Medical Certificate of Death to ordering death certificates, registering the death, and helping plan a meaningful farewell, we're here to take as much of the burden off your shoulders as we can.

We’re excited to be connecting with our community in even more ways! As Alternatives continues to expand our outreach, w...
04/01/2026

We’re excited to be connecting with our community in even more ways! As Alternatives continues to expand our outreach, we’ll be hosting and participating in a variety of local events. Keep an eye on our new Events Calendar under the “Resources” tab on our website to see what we’re up to next.

Jesus Angel Hernandez, who joined Alternatives in 2024, is originally from St. George, Utah, is fluent in Spanish and br...
03/31/2026

Jesus Angel Hernandez, who joined Alternatives in 2024, is originally from St. George, Utah, is fluent in Spanish and brings compassion and understanding to his work in funeral service. After six years as a high school educator, the loss of his grandfather and uncle in 2021 inspired him to change careers following the care he received from funeral directors who supported his family.

Now working alongside them, Jesus is dedicated to helping families find comfort and closure. A husband and new father, he values family deeply and serves each family with empathy, professionalism, and care.

RFK believed that bold action, courage, and persistence are the keys to creating real change. The remarkable part? You d...
03/27/2026

RFK believed that bold action, courage, and persistence are the keys to creating real change. The remarkable part? You don’t have to be a public figure to live this truth. Every choice you make to take risks, follow your passions, or plan thoughtfully for the future—whether it’s for your family, your community, or your own dreams—is a step toward achievement and a lasting legacy. You, too, can dare greatly and leave something meaningful behind.

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3070/275A Street
Aldergrove, BC
V4W3L4

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