FSAC ANNUAL CONFERENCE
SPONSORS
The two-day FSAC Annual Conference is packed with speakers, inspirational sessions and more. Thank you to our sponsors for helping make this happen!
Thank you to FSAC Conference Supporters: Canadian Funeral News, Canadian Funeral Director & The Funeral Chronicle.
GOLD SPONSOR
ARBOR MEMORIAL
Since 1947, hundreds of thousands of Canadian families have come to Arbor for professional and ethical guidance, pre-planning solutions and a growing range of options that reflect our changing attitudes toward funerals. We continue to offer families innovative new ways to remember, honour and celebrate the lives of loved ones.
GOLD SPONSOR
BATESVILLE
The Batesville name represents a century-old tradition of quality and service. Our history of manufacturing excellence, product innovation, superior customer service and reliable delivery are some of the reasons we are the clear leader in the death care industry in North America. Our high quality products, innovative technologies and proven solutions are relied upon to support the evolving needs of families.
GOLD SPONSOR
SERVICE CORPORATION INTERNATIONAL (CANADA) ULC
Service Corporation International (Canada) is dedicated to compassionately supporting and serving families during their most difficult times, celebrating the significance of life, and preserving memories that transcend generations. Our diverse portfolio of brands provides families and individuals a full range of choices to meet their needs—our unparalleled offerings range from the simplest funeral or cremation arrangements to elegant ceremonies requiring intricate planning and featuring detailed personal touches, unique features and events. We believe in taking care of our associates, our communities and our environment. This is at the heart of our business and our core values of Respect, Integrity, Service Excellence and Enduring Relationships. Contact us today to explore career opportunities in funeral and cemetery service.
GOLD SPONSOR
SECURIGENE DNA LABS
SecuriGene’s DNA testing laboratory is one of North America’s oldest and largest genetic testing facilities. We serve the private, medical, legal, and funeral community from coast to coast. Our main 33,000 sqft laboratory in Vancouver, BC processes over 150,000 samples annually and consistently ranks as one of the top DNA laboratories in North America. SecuriGene is proud to be an industry leader in DNA preservation services and molecular diagnostics with the latest technology and state-of-the-art facilities. Our testing laboratory meets and exceeds industry standards, with accreditations and certifications by the American Association of Blood Banks, ISO 17025, the Standards Council of Canada, and the College of American Pathologists, ensuring that our clients receive the highest quality DNA testing services available.
SILVER SPONSOR
GUARANTEED FUNERAL DEPOSITS
GFD was created by a passionate group of bereavement service professionals in 1961. GFD has since evolved into a vibrant, Members based organization that has expanded to include bereavement professionals across Canada. Whether we’re investing & monitoring bereavement funds, providing exceptional Member support, or helping the public understand and pre-plan their last wishes, GFD is dedicated to the growth and vitality of the Canadian bereavement sector.
SILVER SPONSOR
MACKINNON & BOWES
Since 1966, MacKinnon and Bowes has built a reputation as the largest and most trusted provider of assistance to the funeral service profession across Canada. While our core business is still representing funeral providers from across Canada with transfers and removals, we have become known throughout our profession in Canada and the United States for our expertise in the repatriation of deceased people. Not only within North America, but to and from destinations around the world. Our fleet of late model funeral vehicles staffed by trained and qualified professionals serves clients throughout south central Ontario with distinction. Our twenty-four hour telephone answering center represents funeral homes across Canada and the United States every night by providing a seamless extension to their own staff .
SILVER SPONSOR
VICTORIAVILLE & CO
Victoriaville & Co. was born out of the determination, the leadership and the will to succeed of its founders. Much of our success is due to the economic well-being of an entire region renowned for the quality of its hardwood products. For the last seven decades, all details have been taken into account when designing, manufacturing, and finishing our hardwood products. We are well aware that each unit we produce is destined to a person with a unique life story and a unique set of memories that they leave behind. This is why we believe each product has a rich emotional value that is worthy of our respect. Over the past few years, we have also offered The Essentials, a wide range of funeral products designed to meet the needs of professionals committed to supporting grieving families in their mourning process.
SILVER SPONSOR
ETERNITY'S TOUCH
Eternity's Touch is the pioneering company in digital capture and manufacturing of fingerprint keepsakes. Since 2009, we have produced over 100,000 unique pieces commemorating memories to last a life time. We believe that capturing and displaying the uniqueness of a fingerprint deserves the highest of quality. Our commitment to each of our customers is to provide exceptional service and quality for each and every one of our products.
