
Every Life
Celebrated
Representing Cemetery, Crematorium
& Funeral Professionals
Our Mission
To promote the highest standards of ethics and service in the
funeral service profession and with the public through education,
communication and leadership.

Resources
As the only BC-specific Funeral Association, we are the foremost authority on all things related to the funeral profession in British Columbia. We stay current on details that impact all funeral service providers and associated businesses including health regulations and relevant provincial legislation to ensure our members have access to the resources they need.


Members
Our members gain valuable support through collaboration and shared insights from funeral service providers throughout British Columbia. Learn more about the advantages a BC Funeral Association membership can offer. Be a part of the conversation and have your voice heard as a member of the BC Funeral Association.


Students
Interested in a career as a funeral professional or do you require further education to grow in the profession? The BC Funeral Association provides foundational education and professional development in a variety of subjects. Working with Consumer Protection BC, we also develop relevant courses that provide licensed funeral directors and embalmers the opportunity to accumulate continuing education credits.
Membership Benefits

Public Awareness & Advocacy
We are committed to increasing public awareness and representation of the funeral services profession and businesses. Our board welcomes regular communication from our valued members and continues to be the voice of the association, supporting, advocating, and engaging the government and regulatory authorities on key issues impacting our profession.

Networking Opportunities
Through our annual conference, we promote connection and sharing of knowledge by providing an opportunity to develop beneficial professional relationships throughout the province. Insights from funeral service providers throughout British Columbia empower our members to excel in their careers and businesses.

Continuing Education
Stay current on industry knowledge, our members benefit from exclusive discounts and professional development opportunities. We offer educational events, workshops, and webinars throughout the year to assist our members.

Exclusive Savings
We offer exclusive savings on continuing education, training, and services related to the funeral industry. Members are eligible for discounts on products and exclusive services, including preferential rates on credit card processing, as well as extended health, and dental coverage.


What We Do
The BC Funeral Association is dedicated to supporting our valued members and promoting a high standard for funeral professionals and related businesses throughout the province. We aim to achieve this by providing professional educational programs, relevant news updates, and networking opportunities, and by engaging in advocacy efforts on behalf of all funeral and bereavement service providers.
Every Life

Excellence
The highest professional and ethical standards will govern our work and our relationships with others.

Leadership
We will act decisively on behalf of our membership and the profession.

Collaboration
We are committed to listening to a variety of viewpoints and to building consensus within the funeral service profession.

Innovation
We will continually explore new avenues to provide better service to our members and the public.

A Testament To Our Members
Recognizing, celebrating, and honouring the important work of funeral service professionals across BC. These dedicated specialists are essential to every community in the province and continue to support people through the most challenging experiences of their lives.
Member Testimonials
″ The BC Funeral Association is delighted to serve our dedicated members. See what our incredible members have to say about the advantages of joining the Association.
“Being a member of the BC Funeral Association has given our independent funeral home a voice on the provincial level.”
Bradd Tuck, General Manager, Yates Memorial Services
“The professional development afforded to those who get involved develops our future leaders. We are all very proud to be part of BCFA.”
Jayson Gordon, President Service Corporation International (Canada) ULC