None of ever wants to be needing to make this call a, but as the old idiom goes, "in this world…read morenothing can be said to be certain, death and taxes" so sooner or later you or someone close to you will have to. If the decisions that we don't even want think about, get pushed off until mortality visits your home, we or a loved one will need to navigate a gauntlet of an opaque industry, fraught with pitfalls, when we are at our most vulnerable. The name is succinct and accurate but this does not mean they cut corners, or they are no frills or cheapen the process. What they bring is a personal service, with funeral service staff that are accessible, patient and will honestly answer all your questions without the subtle, but heavy-handed, pressure tactics so much of the industry is known for. They want to learn what you want not pushing options just because they give them the highest margins. 'Affordable' is one of only two Funeral Service companies in Greater Victoria which meet the high standards of the BC Memorial Society. If you are currently planning ahead, the 'Society' offers a low cost, one-time, membership which authorizes them to communicate all your wishes to the relevant parties from from the hospital through your memorial service and burial or cremation. This reasonable membership fee buys you peace-of-mind more than pays for itself by the discounts offered by Funeral Services they recommend. If you have not called the 'BC Memorial Society' already, check out their website at [ https://memorialsocietybc.org/about-us/ ] and call them, toll free at 1 (888) 816-5902.

In helping a friend to recieve a Death Certificate I came into contact with this incompetent…read moreorganization. Originally we ordered three copies. We called them three weeks later after not receiving the certificates and they said that they had not sent it yet, but would send it that day. A week later we had not received the certificate and called again. They said they had sent it three weeks prior, contridicting what they said before, but then also said they had then ready and would send it that day (which didnt make sense that itd be ready so quickly as before they said it took days to prepare.) They promised to send an additional one as well, which they never did. We needed the certificate asap and so finally arranged for a courier and was later told that they had moved offices and not updated their website. We ended up having to send a second courier. If I could give zero stars, I would.

I have given this business 5 stars as, from start to finish, the staff was very helpful,…read morecompassionate, and Carring. I will see them again when its my turn to move on...LR Neale

what a simple,easy process. No salesman trying to upsell you on anything. The ladies that helped us…read morethrough the initial call were wonderfull. They even make it easy to pre plan for the future. I'll be using them again. Thank you for the kindness you showed.

I am from California had a parent in law member who lived out in Canada and the funeral Amherst…read moreallowed this to be a smooth and easy process during a very difficult time, especially being in a different location and not being there physically. Their delicate understanding and helpfulness was greatly appreciated. All the glory to God. Thank you to Christian, Scott and jatin.

Efficient service, empathetic people. They know what you're going through, and are attentive and…read moreunderstanding. Note that the actual cremation is in Blaine, Washington. But for an extra fee, they will use a local crematorium. Pricing is fair and comparable to other providers. Timely service. Took about 10 days from when I completed the paperwork, to receiving the ashes.

Deb and Kerry are beyond helpful. They definitely know how to take care of families in a caring and…read morerespectful way. They gave us all the details about what they do and answered ALL our many questions with attention to detail. They also guided and advised us of our next steps. They are genuinely nice people and I would advise residents and non to make their arrangements here. The cemetery is smaller than most but the scenery is very pretty and has many trees. To me, the cemetery grounds was more like a park rather than your typical cemetery - very peaceful. FYI: you must be a Coquitlam resident of 3 years in order to get the resident discount. Our family had a good experience here as much one can have during this very sad time. Both Deb and Kerry mad a very difficult situation much easier.