About Riverside Funeral Home & Crematorium
Riverside Funeral Home & Crematorium, which opened on June 8th, 2002, is a unique facility in North America, designed to meet the social and multicultural needs of the community. Operated by Five Rivers Community Services Society, it represents a significant achievement for the Indo-Canadian community in Canada. Reviews highlight the professionalism, compassion, and dedication of the staff, especially during difficult times. Families have expressed gratitude for the supportive environment provided by the team, noting that the staff goes above and beyond to ensure that each family receives the care they need. The facility is described as spotless, well-maintained, and peaceful, creating a respectful space for saying goodbye. Visitors have praised the management and service team for their kindness and professionalism, ensuring that families feel guided and supported, even during busy days with multiple services. Overall, Riverside Funeral Home & Crematorium is recognized as a blessing to the community, providing a dignified and comforting experience during some of life’s hardest moments.
This was my first time attending a funeral, and it was under very difficult circumstances — the passing of my grandmother. I want to sincerely thank all the staff and management at Riverside Funeral Home for their professionalism, compassion, and dedication throughout the entire process.
From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make sure our family was supported and that each person had their time with her. Their sensitivity and care made an incredibly emotional experience just a little bit easier to bear.
The facility itself was spotless, well-maintained, and offered a peaceful, respectful environment to say our goodbyes. It’s clear that...read full review
I visited this facility on Saturday, Sep 6th for a service for my wife's grandmother. I was impressed by the compassion and care that the staff displayed. The service was beautiful and especially considering that there were 5 services being held that day, I was impressed by the manner in which the staff guided the families as opposed to rushing them through one of the most difficult times in their lives. What an absolute blessing to have a facility like this in our community.
I had the chance to visit Riverside Funeral Home last month. The environment there is very peaceful. All the staff do their jobs very professionally. The priest kept the service simple and respectful.
Justin, the manager, along with the entire service team, is professional and very caring. Niranjan and Harris have been supporting families for decades.