The Cooperative Memorial Society (CMS) is a non-profit, member-owned cooperative serving Alberta families since 1966. We represent more than 30,000 members, negotiating fair funeral pricing with trusted providers and offering practical tools and guidance to make planning ahead easier. CMS membership brings peace of mind, real cost savings, and the assurance that your wishes will be respected—without pressure or profit-driven sales. Membership is a one-time $40 fee per person for life and must be in place before death occurs. Join today and plan ahead with clarity, dignity, and confidence.
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“CMS was there when I needed clarity and compassion most. Their support made an overwhelming time more manageable, and the savings were significant.”
— Carmen, CMS member
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Get Your Ducks in a Row 🦆Now available to download
Planning ahead brings peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Ducks in a Row is a practical tool that helps you organize all the critical details—funeral preferences, estate planning information, personal notes, and key contacts—in one easy place.
Our new workbook guides you step by step, making end-of-life planning simple, clear, and manageable. By documenting your wishes now, you can spare your family unnecessary stress and expense later. Your purchase supports our mission to provide affordable and compassionate planning resources for Albertans 👉 Learn more and order your copy today » |
2026 Annual General Meeting
The 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Cooperative Memorial Society Ltd. was held virtually on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 1:00 pm.
👉 Link to the draft Meeting Minutes
👉 Link to AGM details and documents
👉 Link to presentation recap and materials
👉 Link to the draft Meeting Minutes
👉 Link to AGM details and documents
👉 Link to presentation recap and materials
Start here: 3 simple tools to make planning easier
Planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming. These quick, practical resources can help you get organized, reduce stress, and make things easier for the people you care about.
1) 10-Minute Document Checkup
A quick checklist to confirm what you have, where it’s stored, and who knows.
Download the 10-Minute Document Checkup
2) 15-Minute Family Conversation Starter
Simple prompts to help you start a calm, short conversation with family or your executor.
Download the Family Conversation Starter
3) My Planning Snapshot (1-Page Summary)
A one-page sheet to record key contacts, document locations, and essential wishes.
Download My Planning Snapshot
Tip: Choose just one tool to start. Small steps add up.
1) 10-Minute Document Checkup
A quick checklist to confirm what you have, where it’s stored, and who knows.
Download the 10-Minute Document Checkup
2) 15-Minute Family Conversation Starter
Simple prompts to help you start a calm, short conversation with family or your executor.
Download the Family Conversation Starter
3) My Planning Snapshot (1-Page Summary)
A one-page sheet to record key contacts, document locations, and essential wishes.
Download My Planning Snapshot
Tip: Choose just one tool to start. Small steps add up.
MEMBER PLANS
Area |
Funeral Service Provider |
Current Price Plans |
Calgary and Area (New contract Jan 1, 2026) |
2026-2027 Plans for CMS Members |
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Edmonton and Area |
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Edmonton and Area |
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Edmonton and Area |
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Lethbridge and Area (New contract Jan 1, 2026) |
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Central Alberta |
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Medicine Hat and Area |
