The Funeral Service Association of British Columbia is pleased to announce the Funeral Service Graduation Ceremony and Awards Banquet will be held on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2010 at the River Rock Resort, Whistler Ballroom, 8811 River Road, Richmond, BC.  A no host reception will begin at 6:00 pm with the dinner banquet and recognition ceremony to follow at 7:00 pm.  Download Grad Banquet Registration Form Here

Attention all Embalmer and Funeral Directors who need CEU credits BEFORE September 15th license renewal deadline.  Plan to register for the upcoming “Growth For Goals” seminar.  Choose to attend the classroom training format or by Webinar.  Download Here –  Growth For Goals Information & Registration

HST Notice May 2010 – Prepaid Funeral & Cemetery Arrangements explains whether the goods and services tax (GST) or the HST applies to funeral or cemetery services supplied under a prepaid arrangement in Ontario or British Columbia.  Also, it explains whether the GST or the HST applies to supplies of interment rights in Ontario or British Columbia for periods that include July 1, 2010.

June 30, 2010 – This notice from the Department of Finance Canada confirms that under the general HST transitional rules that the interment of human remains in a cemetery, mausoleum, or an simliar place used for the interment of human remains, supplied under a written agreement that is entered into before July 1, 2010,  is exempt from the HST.

To view What’s Taxable Under The HST and What’s Not – “click here”

 29th George Wright Open Memorial Golf Tournament – Friday, August 20, 2010.  FSABC Members and Guests – Welcome!!  Hazelmere Golf Course, Surrey, BC.  Learn more about the golf tournament!

The FSABC is seeking applications from members who are interested in voluntarily participating on a FSABC Committee.  Involved members have the ability to champion a cause they believe in … and influence change in the profession!  Are you interested in FSABC Education Programs and Projects?  Member Services and Public Awareness?  Government Relations?  Or perhaps you would like to join in on the fun with planning the FSABC’s 100th Anniversary Celebration taking place in 2012?  To learn more how you can get involved “Click Here 2010-2011 Call For Committee Volunteers” for information then “Click Here” to download and complete Committee Application Form.

Funeral Supplement – Ministry of Housing and Social Development

The Ministry of Housing and Social Development may assist with funeral costs, through the Funeral Supplement, for any person who dies in British Columbia if no other sources of funds or assets are available.  All services and items that have been in policy will now be listed in regulation.  The Schedule of Burial and Cremation costs can be found within the Online Resource.

Uncovering The Compensation Piece To Employee Engagement, Retention and Attraction

Learn how your funeral home compares in the area of compensation. Return completed survey by March 12, 2010 and receive one free pass to the next FSABC continuing education seminar.  This pass can be used by you or one of your staff members.   Your privacy and confidentiality is protected.  Survey data will be received and compiled by a third party human resource consultant.  Take The Survey Now … FSABC Compensation Survey Questionnaire