Sample Obituary Wording
If you wish to name the Alberta Cancer Foundation or one of the provincial cancer centres in a printed obituary, the following is an example of wording that can be used:
Alberta Cancer Foundation: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory to the Alberta Cancer Foundation, 710, 10123-99 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3H1, 1-866-412-4222, albertacancer.ca/in-memory
Cross Cancer Institute, Edmonton: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory to the Cross Cancer Institute, 11560 University Avenue, Edmonton, AB T6G 1Z2, 780-432-8500, albertacancer.ca/in-memory
Tom Baker Cancer Centre, Calgary: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, 1331 29 Street NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4N2, 403-521-3433, albertacancer.ca/in-memory
If you are requesting donations to be made in memory, please contact us at 780-432-8500 to be sure we have your information so we can send you notifications of donations received.
Notifying the Family
When you make a memorial gift, a letter can be sent to the family in recognition of your gift. The amount of your gift will not be disclosed and you will receive a tax receipt. All donations may be directed to an area of care that is meaningful to you or you can choose to direct as per the family’s wishes.
If you are the family member or next-of-kin wishing to receive notification, please call us at 780-432-8500 to provide your information or complete the form below:
Memorial Recognition in Alberta’s Cancer Centres
For Funeral Homes and Services
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