The CCABC was established to disseminate important industry specific information to cemetery and crematorium operators; present a strong, collective voice to regulators; foster positive communication within the many disciplines of our industry; promote a positive image of our industry to the public; and to provide networking opportunities where members can share their knowledge and experience.
Membership is comprised of persons owning or engaged in the management, operation or administration of cemeteries and crematoriums, or companies supplying or serving cemeteries and crematoriums in British Columbia. Members are committed to providing a high standard of professional and ethical care for the human and cremated remains of those entrusted to us, and to render considerate service to their families and to the community by operating under a defined “Value Statements” and “Code of Ethics.”
Membership consists of people interested in furthering the objectives of the Association and whose application for admission as a member has received the approval of the Board of Directors in accordance with the Bylaws.
Benefits Of Being A CCABC Member
- An annually updated member’s handbook that features a full membership list of cemeteries, crematoriums, allied businesses and suppliers, a standard glossary of terms, copy of CCABC Bylaws and Constitution, Value Statements, Code of Cremation Practice, Code of Ethics, and a detailed bylaw development guide.
- A twelve member Board of directors with representation from municipal, corporate, religious and fraternal cemeteries, crematorium operators, and suppliers.
- Listing in CCABC’s online directory that can be accessed by the public, by name or location. Your identification as a member of the CCABC also fosters confidence in your service by promoting ethics and professionalism.
- Access to web site member specific areas. This online community is a unique problem solving and networking forum for the cemetery and crematorium industries.
- Discounted registration to top-quality professional development conferences, workshops, and supplier exhibitions at a significant discount. Our membership is known for its willingness to share ideas, and these events provide excellent opportunities for learning, networking, and developing staff.
- Rewarding opportunities for recognition and involvement. The CCABC welcomes volunteers for its leadership positions and on its committees, and we recognize members both within the profession and in their own communities on an annual basis.
- An opportunity to attend the Association sponsored Crematorium Operators Certification Program held at least every two years.
- Subscription to Dispatch, the Association’s newsletter.
- All informational mailings from CCABC, regarding your association’s programs and current initiatives.
- A subscription to Network Magazine, Canada’s own cemetery management magazine,
- An annual membership wall certificate.
- The networking foundation of our many members who are committed to sharing new ideas, helping each other solve problems, and speaking collectively to regulators and the public in defence of our industry.
- Opportunities for suppliers to support association programs and gain recognition through sponsorships.
- Exhibiting at the CCABC annual conference. According to the Centre for Exhibition Research, trade show exhibits impact purchases six times more than any other medium. Take advantage of the conference to meet face-to-face with your clients.
- The ability to face the many challenges that death-care providers face because you have the latest information at your disposal, the resource of fellow members experience, and the collective voice of our industry supporting you.
Membership Categories
REGULAR MEMBER
Any individual operator of a Place of Interment or a Crematorium.
Initial Annual fee $140.00
INDIVIDUAL MEMBER
Any individual not qualified for Regular Membership, but is associated with a regular or supplier member, or is retired from the cemetery and crematorium profession.
Annual fee is $110.00
ASSOCIATE MEMBER
Any company, organization or individual concerned with the provision of death care services and whose interest is to advance the objectives of the CCABC.
Annual fee $ 110.00
SUPPLIER MEMBER
Any memorial dealer, company, organization or individual that provides goods or services to places of interment, crematoriums and their operators, employees or clients.
Annual fee $275.00
HONORARY MEMBER
Any individual who, subject to the discretion of the Board of Directors, is deemed desirable and appropriate to honour for their contribution made to the CCABC and to cemetery and cremation service in general.
Annual fee – Honorary
Additional membership bylaw information can be requested at info@ccabc.org.
Application for Regular, Associate and Individual Member
Application for Supplier Member