Community & Partners
Calgary organizations and professional networks we work with from Forest Lawn.
Alongside funeral and cremation care, Pierson's stays involved with Calgary community programs and industry groups — from International Avenue business networks to funeral education at Mount Royal University. The partners below reflect how we support families and the neighbourhood around our 17 Avenue SE home.
Community partners
Silent Hopes Memorial Program
Infant loss program supporting families through unimaginable grief with memorial recognition and care.
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Supporting body donation and annual memorial services that honour contributions to education and research. Contact the University and/or Pierson's at 403-235-3602 for guidance.
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Proud supporter of the Funeral Director Embalmer Program — providing lab time, practicum opportunities, and faculty involvement (including David Root).
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Promoting a more pleasant community in which to shop and live — Pierson's is an active partner in Calgary's International Avenue district.
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Professional organizations
- Alberta Funeral Services Regulatory Board
- Canadian Preplanning Council
- Selected Independent Funeral Homes
- Alberta Funeral Service Association
- Funeral Service Association of Canada
- Cremation Association of North America
- National Funeral Directors Association
- Rotary Club of Calgary Downtown
Professional partners
- Blain Legal
- CIR Realty
- Doherty & Bryant
- Dorward & Company Chartered Accountants
- Eternal Flame Glass Art Memorials
- Glenn & Card Law LLP
- Lee-Owe Macleod Wealth Management Inc.
- Murray & Company Barristers & Solicitors
- Roszler & Associates
- Shelley Soles, Realtor
- Sunset Memorial & Stone Ltd.
- T.E. Wealth
- The Last Word
- West Legal Barristers & Solicitors
We are also proud supporters of local artists and groups. Pierson's owns and operates related family services including Pet Heaven Crematorium.