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Life Well Planned

New Funeral Contracts Coming – Lock In Today Before Prices INCREASE

8/7/2025

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Now is the time to act if you’re considering prepaying your funeral in the Calgary or Lethbridge areas.

As a CMS member, you are not required to prepay—your family will still receive lower member-priced plans by selecting a CMS plan at time of need. However, prepaying now offers additional financial protection and peace of mind by locking in today’s rates before upcoming increases at the end of 2025.

What’s changing?

Our contracts with McInnis & Holloway (Calgary area) and Cornerstone (Lethbridge area) expire on December 31, 2025. New contracts are expected by late November 2025. We know that prices will increase. These new prices will remain in effect for the next three years. Prepaying before December 2025 allows you to lock in today’s lower rates and shield your loved ones from future financial pressure.

Benefits of prepaying:
  • Save by securing today’s pricing
  • Funds held in trust by a third party
  • Fully refundable at face value (minus a small administrative fee)
  • Flexible payment plans available through the funeral home

Note: Some plans may not be transferable if you move out of area
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    Terry Geib serves as the Executive Director of the Cooperative Memorial Society (CMS), where she combines her extensive background in cooperatives, advocacy, and end-of-life planning with a deep commitment to community service. Terry has been part of CMS for over 17 years, bringing a thoughtful and compassionate approach to her work in making funeral planning accessible and affordable for all Albertans. Through this blog, Terry shares her knowledge, insights, and stories to empower individuals and families to make informed choices about their future. Her writing reflects her belief in the power of preparation, the strength of community, and the importance of dignity and respect in end-of-life care. 

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  • About
    • Governance >
      • 2026 Annual Meeting >
        • AGM Agenda
        • Proposed Articles & Bylaws
        • Summary of Changes to Articles & Bylaws
        • Meet the Candidates
        • FY2025 Financial Reports
        • Minutes AGM 2025 02 22
        • 2025 Annual Report
        • Special Presentation
      • 2025 Annual Meeting
      • 2024 Annual Meeting
    • Newsletter
    • Volunteer or Donate
    • Testimonials
  • Membership
    • Buy a Membership (English)
    • Acheter une adhésion (French)
    • Comprar una membresía (Spanish)
    • Bumili ng Miyembro (Filipino)
    • አባልነት ይግዙ (Amharic)
    • Privacy Policy
    • Refund & Cancellation Policy
  • Member Resources
    • Member Login >
      • Member Rights and Responsibilities
    • What to Do When a Death Takes Place >
      • Planning a Meaningful Farewell >
        • Religious Traditions & Funerals
        • Alberta Municipal Cemeteries
        • Green Burial Grounds in Alberta
        • Selecting Readings for a Funeral
        • Selecting Music for a Funeral
        • Creating a Memorial Slideshow for a funeral
        • Including pets in funeral ceremonies
      • Grief Support
    • Funeral Home Partners and Member Plans >
      • Calgary & Area: McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes >
        • 2026-2027 McInnis & Holloway Plans
      • Edmonton & Area: Connelly-McKinley Funeral Homes
      • Edmonton & Area: Serenity Funeral Services
      • Edmonton & Area: Trinity Funeral Home
      • Red Deer & Area: Parkland Funeral Home
      • Olds & Area: Heartland Funeral Services
      • Lethbridge & Area: Cornerstone Funeral Home
      • Medicine Hat & Area: Cook Southland Funeral Home
    • Planning Ahead >
      • Palliative Care Resources
      • Hospice Care Resources
      • Death Doulas and Home Death Care Providers
    • Forms and Resources
    • Ducks in a Row Planning Workbook >
      • What is a fillable PDF?
    • Professional Support Services
    • Donate
    • Blog
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