Crematoriums

You must provide proof of incorporation or registration during the application process. To register your business in BC, visit OneStop BC Business Registry. If you are starting a new business, visit Small Business BC.

If you are set up as a proprietorship, partnership, or society, you must provide:

• names of all directors, senior officers, partners or proprietors
• current copy of any trade name registration(s) under which you intend to operate

If you are set up as a corporation, you must provide:

• names of all directors, senior officers, and beneficial owners with voting shares
• current copy of any trade name registration(s) under which you intend to operate
• copies of the most recent financial statements or, if a newly incorporated company, a statement of the proposed financial organization of the company

You must include a written approval and zoning approval from your local municipal council, regional board, or local trust committee to confirm that the proposed use is permitted in your application.

You must provide a copy of your business licence issued by your local municipality.

• the crematorium is constructed according to the approved building plans
• the test operation of the crematorium is complete and complies with:
  • manufacturer’s specifications
  • bylaws of applicable local government; and
  • provincial laws
• he/she has the necessary knowledge, skill, and experience to certify this document

Review the crematory technical checklist

Senior officers, partners or proprietors of your business must complete a criminal record check.

For Canadian residents, get your criminal record check through our third-party supplier. The results will be sent directly to us.

Get a criminal record check.

For non-Canadian residents, a criminal record check from your home jurisdiction is required.

• cremation and operational procedures
• training
• document and authorization requirements
• paperwork change of custody
• housekeeping
• organizational policy and procedures
• identification process

You must submit all supporting documents with your application. If your business has more than one location, each location requires its own licence.

Review the application checklist

Submit a licence application form.

A pre-inspection of your facility is required prior to licensing.

It is your responsibility to review all applicable laws pertaining to your industry and to understand your obligations.

Review your obligations.