We facilitate through education and access to plans with local funeral homes: simple, rational and dignified funerals at lower cost than market, and making your funeral arrangements well in advance in an atmosphere free from emotional strain. We've been operating in Alberta since 1965, and have 48,000 members across Alberta. No upfront investment is required.
By becoming a member not only do we provide you with access to lower cost funeral plans from local providers across the province, we also provide you access to our online registry where you can gather a variety of family information and record your decisions about the type of service you want. At time of need, your family can access your information through any one of our service providers - reducing their grief during a difficult time and giving them the opportunity to honour your wishes. TIME OF NEED ASSISTANCEIf you are dealing with the death of a member, please contact one of our service providers directly. What to do when a loved one dies.
Value-Added service for Albertans
The Cooperative Memorial Society (CMS) was formed more than half a century ago by individuals who didn't want to pay the high fees for traditional funeral services when all they wanted was a simple economical funeral. Formed and run as a non profit co-operative, we work with reputable service providers to provide discounted funeral plans for our members across central and southern Alberta . Members can save on average $2500 by choosing more simplified services depending on plan selected . Money can also be saved by prepaying plans to lock in the price.
Benefits of Membership
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Annual Meeting
Our next annual meeting will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023 1-3:30 PM at the Kerby Centre in Calgary and live-streamed via Zoom. Zoom details will be posted here closer to the date. Complete your guidance form
Book a presentation
We can provide in-person, online or telephone presentations to any group interested in learning more about our organization and the service we provide.
Dealing with the death of a Member
If you are faced with dealing with the death of a family member with a CMS membership, please contact one of our service providers in your area. You will receive immediate assistance with no pressure to make additional purchases. The funeral home representative will verify membership through our database and share with you any instructions left by the member. Your next step will be to identify the appropriate plan. Follow our step by step list... Update your address
Meet our Board of Directors
The CMS board has 12 directors. We are an operational board governed by our bylaws and board policies and procedures.
Vacant Board Positions
The board will be accepting nominations for two (2) board director positions for the upcoming 2022/23 year. Qualifications In addition to the qualifications required under the Cooperatives Act of Alberta, directors must have a membership in the cooperative, be committed to the cooperative’s mission and strategic directions, be willing to commit the time required, assume responsibilities needed to manage the cooperative effectively and be open to learning. An ideal candidate for board membership will have some experience in one of the following areas:
Board members are expected to:
Board Director Terms are for three (3) years to a maximum of three (3) consecutive terms. How to apply Interested candidates should contact Mark Farris, Chair of the Board Capacity Committee at markfarris30@gmail.com or (403) 554-4747. Thank you for your interest. |
Come Volunteer with Us!The board will be accepting nominations for two (2) board director positions for the upcoming 2022/23 year. We are also looking for people interested in sitting on one of our committees. Learn more.
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This service was great for my dad. My mom didn't belong. We had the same kind of funeral for her which was basically just immediate family. Mom's funeral was $8,000 and dad's was $2,700. It was easy to plan. I called the funeral home. They picked up my dad's body from the nursing home and looked after the ministry and everything. We stored the ashes at the funeral home until we were ready for the family to meet. Thanks for the great service.
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