Verified Customer Reviews
"We have always been so impressed with Foster's staff. Sadly this will have been our 4rth family ceremony and have always felt the professionalism, care and compassion of the Foster's team during such a difficult time. We have always been confident with the services provided by Foster's staff and genuinely feel as though they were caring for their own family members. Foster's will continue to serve our family and we highly recommend to any family who is faced with the loss of a loved one."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
January 2021
"this an excellent facility to use in your time of need. you will be taken care of promptly and courteously at all times.can't say enough about the staff"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
January 2021
"The funeral home and director were exceptional and made a difficult time respectful and easy."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
January 2021
"The staff at Fosters Garden Chapel were very caring, compassionate and understanding to the needs of my family. They provided professionalism and guidance in helping with all that we needed during this difficult time."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2020
"The staffs are very gentle, and I felt they care about us."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2020
"In such a time of sadness and sorrow Fosters takes care of everything and reaches out to help through the journey."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2020
"Very professional and knowledgeable staff that works with you...kind and helpful..."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2020
"The staff at Foster's were extremely helpful and provided the a calm and professional experience for my father's funeral that was very much needed during this stressful time. Their assistance and services, under the superb direction of Ray, allowed us to efficiently hold a funeral in less than a week and to feel like they really did care about us. They were able to draw from my mother's funeral there 22 years before to personalize the experience. I would highly recommend working with the staff at Foster's Garden Chapel."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2020
"I was always treated with respect and understanding during a very difficult time. Thank you again."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2020
"In a time where we are unable to touch/hug people, I felt that arms were being wrapped around me as I planned my husband's funeral. I always felt that there was great caring exhibited by all the employees."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2020
"Brent and Jaryll were very helpful in making arrangements and guiding me through this sad time. Thank you."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2020
"Throughout the entire experience we felt that the staff at Foster's Garden Chapel genuinely cared about our feelings, wishes and concerns and were sympathetic, helpful and caring. We especially appreciated the assistance with all of the paperwork that Jaryll Dunne provided and we would have been lost without the thoughtful and thorough guidance of Ray Reitsema. Although it was a sad situation that brought us there, everyone made us feel we were truly supported - it was like they were dealing with the death of a member of their own family. They made a sad occasion bearable for a very grateful family."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2020
"I posted a review"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2020
"Our family is grateful for the staff of Fosters, Calgary, in preparing for our Dad's funeral. When I first telephoned after Dad died, I was quickly talking to a funeral director who kindly outlined the process. In making arrangements, the costs of various services were made clear to us and we did not feel pressured to purchase services or products. Options available were made clear to us so that we could make arrangements that suited our Dad and family. Each staff person treated us kindly and responded promptly to our questions. We are also grateful for Foster's Senior Family Service Advisor and her work with us."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
October 2020
"The sanitization and safety procedure in handling COVID19 is well done. Funeral home staffs always around to provide guidance in doing the funeral. Funeral director provided itemized prices for family to choose to suit their funeral budget."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
October 2020
"My family would like to thank you Brent Hack the funeral director for the great job he did for my family and the support he give us / so thank you Brent we would also want to thank you Kate Li for all your help after care we all feel like you're part of my family â¤ï¸â¤ï¸"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
September 2020
"The funeral director and celebrant went above and beyond what I had expected, and seemed apologetic that there wasn't more they could do."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
September 2020
"Everyone was exceptionally helpful, providing some services which I did not even expect would be included."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
September 2020
"I first with Kate Li to begin the process of pre-arrangements and she was very professional and caring. I had requested someone who is able to speak Cantonese so that my mom will be able to understand, it was greatly appreciated this request was able to be fulfilled. My mom and I were able to converse and let Kate know about our needs during the pre-arrangement process. Thank you Kate. Upon the passing of my father, we met with Ray Reitsema. During this difficult time, Ray was able to understand our need and especially with the cultural needs as well. I found it easy to work with and deal with Ray during this difficult time. Thank you Ray."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2020
"Foster's Garden Chapel provided our family during this difficult time with the utmost care and professionalism. I appreciate the pure dignity that was shown to our deceased son and also to our family. The staff met our every request and detail to make the service and experience most memorable. They were thoughtful, considerate, supportive, and compassionate. I would highly recommend Foster's Funeral Chapel. They made this very difficult time of planning and executing a memorial service less burdensome. They were supportive with each step of the entire process. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts to the entire staff at Foster's. With love and appreciation, The Siakaluk and Black family."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2020
"Foster staff are professionals. They were great to deal with. They were aware of some of the Chinese customs. Thanks Richard for your help. Your staff were great!!!"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2020
"The genuine compassion shown by the staff. We never felt rushed or pressured. We felt like we were their top priority. Response time was consistently great."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2020
"Foster's provided a caring professional and environment. We never felt pressured to take any of the products being offered, communication was wonderful, they try to elevate as much of the stress as possible and they offer a great service with aftercare of certain estate matters. My family has used Foster's in the past and we have always had a very positive experience."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
June 2020
"Such a great place to go to at this time of 'life'. They are so good at what they do, not awkward or uncomfortable or phony sincerity with the grieving family, just lovely, honest individuals wanting to make the experience as good as possible. At such a tough time, they were a true pleasure to deal with. Sonja, Chris and I, (Kathy) can't thank you enough."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
June 2020
"The staff at Forster's Garden made me feel relaxed and welcomed. Their professional mater was bar none. I enjoyed my time there. The staff there where very helpful and the family guideice lady was very helpful. I would recommend Foster,s on 4 st. to any friend or family member. Thank you to all the staff at Forster's."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
May 2020
"All the details were taken care of flawlessly. The care and concern for our loss was acknowledged and respected. We were able to mourn our loved one while the details of the funeral were taken care. Thank you for making this part of our journey so much easier."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
May 2020
"We had great service with Foster's all our worries was met with professional and compassion. We have used their services twice already."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
May 2020
"One of my daughter's requested to me months before she passed, with A.M.L., was 'MOM', I want to go through Fosters Garden Funeral Home, it was located across from where her father and her grand parents were buried, so that was that. The moment I walked in to Fosters, I was blasted my a sense of calmness, the atmosphere was so... inviting, I intently knew my daughter was going to be in the best care. Richard Labrecque, was are Funeral Director and greeted my husband and I with the most sincere and compassion on our first of many appointments, I truly feel Richard was chosen as one of our Angels to take such excellent care of my Daughter. I had know idea, how or where to begin to put my daughter to rest. Richard you are a true gentlemen, and I Can't begin to thank you for 'ALL', you did for my family and friends. ðŸ˜"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
April 2020
"MY EXPERIENCE WAS VERY DIFFERENT BECAUSE OF THE COVID 19 VIRUS. I WAS SATISFIED WITH THE SERVICE AND HELP I WAS GIVEN."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
April 2020
"Fosters took care of everything during this difficult time and was extremely helpful in navigating this difficult process. Staff were exceptionally professional in all dealings with my family."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
March 2020
"It's the best service"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
March 2020
"The atmosphere at Fosters Garden Chapel NW was very pleasant and supportive to a grieving family...recommended to us and I would not hesitate to recommend to others. The staff were respectful and did everything they could to help us out at a very challenging and sad time. we chose not to have a service but the time spent with us with the funeral director and the family service advisor was still amazing and very helpful. many thanks !"
Verified Customer
February 2020
"We had my dad's funeral arrange by Foster 16 years ago and now is my mom. They do such beautiful job for both of them. They provide such good and professional job and more than you expect and save lots of time for almost everything including related paperwork."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
February 2020
"Fosters made sure that everything from start to finish was taken care off. They took their time and covered everything that we needed know following the passing of our loved one."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
February 2020
"Myself and my family were very impressed with the service and the facility that we experienced during this stressful time. The whole funeral went ahead with no hitches. We highly recommend Fosters funeral home. Allan Orr"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
February 2020
"We had very caring and sensitive help making our arrangements. Would definitely recommend Fosters."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
January 2020
"Considering the very difficult circumstances, Richard and Foster's made the arrangements as stress free as possible, often thinking of things that we had not considered."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2019
"Can't add anything to what is said above. The service was professional, but warm and interested, and sympathetic. I plan on making pre-arrangements for myself once we get into the new year--I will call the representative who made the preliminary arrangements for my wife (Elizabeth Ferguson)."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2019
"No pressure, very understanding, & much respect."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2019
"Ray and the team were outstanding."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2019
"A caring team of staff who work together to cover our needs on a timely manner."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2019
"Even throughout this tough time, they were very considerate of the families feelings and emotions and helped us every step if the way. Also very accommodating to what we wanted in tbe service"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2019
"We give Foster's Garden Chapel FIVE GOLD STARS for every aspect of the services they offer and provide. This latest event was the third arrangement our family has relied on Foster's for over the years and we would never go to any other provider to help us deal with arrangements of this sensitive nature. Even family and friends who attended the service were more than impressed with everything Foster's provided during this time of sorrow! They are our provider of choice and we rate them second to none! Thank You Foster's Garden Chapel!"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2019
"They will look after you totally through the whole process."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2019
"Our funeral director was amazing. It was the day after my Mom passed away. He helped us with the arrangements, was sensitive to our needs but yet gave us the space when needed."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2019
"The staff at Foster's Garden Chapel showed us compassion in the recent passing of my mother. Our funeral director Brent Hack was very kind and patient. We were impressed with his knowledge after the first meeting. He and the team made the process very smooth for us. Stacey came to our house the day after the service and took care of many paperwork for us regarding pension and benefits. We are so grateful."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2019
"We were very pleased with the care we received from Fosters. They have provided our family funeral needs for over 2 decades and have always been satisfied. Thanks."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2019
"Our family was impressed with the overall service and professionalism of the staff They were accommodating and reeponsive. We were supported and felt heard at all times."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
October 2019
"The staff was very professional and experience. They guide us through the whole process. Didn't pressure us with our choices of the casket so we choice the more expensive one after all. Because of that, they gave us lots of extras that we required. They made everything very easy for the family. They knew all the customs and was well prepared. Everything was organized as we requested."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
October 2019
"Brent Hack (Funeral Director) was such a comfort to myself and my family. I felt care for, heard and held with extreme compassion. Very grateful to have chosen Fosters to care for my sister. Thank you"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
October 2019
"Richard and the staff were very attentive, answering questions and assisting with our requests in a very calm and reassuring manner. Very professional but warm and sincere in a caring manner."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
September 2019
"Thank you for all your kindness and the professional expertise in which our Mum's funeral was conducted. We couldn't have managed without all your support."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
September 2019
"They made a difficult heart breaking day better . From day one to the final day they took me buy the hand and walked me through everything no stress thx you"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
September 2019
"We commend Foster's for providing such a wonderful, pressure-free environment at a time of grief and uncertainty. Jessy was amazing in all aspects of her difficult job ... humble and caring while being efficient at taking care of every detail. All the staff were wonderful and the venues for the funeral and reception were perfect. We are so grateful, and we thank you so much. Foster's has handled both Mom and Dad's funerals now, and we would recommend them highly."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
September 2019
"My funeral director Jessie exceeded my expectations in every aspect of planning and executing my father's celebration of life."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
September 2019
"I would recommend Foster's Garden Chapel, their staff was cordial, efficient and professional at all times. It was a hard day but with their help we made it through and honoured my husband the way I wanted it to happen."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2019
"Brent Hack was the most pleasant person that I have ever met dealing with family in times of sorrow. Very accommodating. He was sincere and kind. By far very knowledgeable with soft and comforting words to keep family at ease during difficult times. He was very helpful even after service assistance. Highly recommended. Thank you Brent and Foster's"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2019
"I have recommended the services of Foster's Garden Chapel to friends and family. Our entire family was so pleased with all aspects of the arrangements for our loved ones funeral. They were very professional, compassionate and not pushy in any way. What I thought was going to be an overwhelming experience turned out to be so easy to finalize because of all their guidance and expertise."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2019
"It was very comforting to me and our family to be able to call Foster's when my Mom passed away and they made all the necessary arrangements according to our wishes. I felt like they were carrying the load for me right from the time of Mom's death. They were very respectful, knowledgeable, professional and kind. My parents had pre-paid for their funeral many years ago and all their wishes were honored. Brent was especially understanding and professional. I really can't say enough good about him. He wasn't even phased when I would say ridiculous things. The facilities are lovely, warm and inviting. We were very thankful for the way Foster's handled everything."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2019
"I already did but in case Brent Hack was incredible along with Jarryl and the whole staff I felt like family was looking after us"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2019
"STAFF WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL AND HELPFUL"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
July 2019
"FROM START TO FINISH, EVERY DETAIL WAS DEALT WITH IN A CARING AND COMPASSIONATE MANNER."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
May 2019
"I LIVE IN EDM, LOCATION CHOSEN DUE TO FRIEND WHO LIVED NEAR YOUR LOCATION. SHE WAS IMPRESSED WITH YOUR ENDEAVORS IN THE COMMUNITY."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
May 2019
"Overall Fosters does an excellent job of taking care of arrangements. My parents, grandparents great grandparents and brother looked after by Fosters and my husbands family has also used them. They do provide excellent service."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
March 2019
"WE WERE VERY HAPPY WITH THE SERVICE PROVIDED BY THE TEAM, ESPECIALLY OUR FUNERAL DIRECTOR, UNFORTUNATELY I CANNOT RECALL HIS NAME"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
March 2019
"IT WAS NICE TO HAVE SUCH A WONDERFULLY POSITIVE EXPERIENCE DURING A TIME OF SORROW, CONFUSION AND DIFFICULTY. YOUR HELPFULNESS WAS MUCH APPRECIATED. SEVERAL YEARS AGO WE HAD PREARRANGED FUNERALS BUT WE CASHED THEM IN TO BUILD OUR SUNROOM. WE ARE OVER 65 YRS. OLD WITH NO CHILDREN SO WE HAVE THOUGHT ABOUT MAKING ARRANGEMENTS AGAIN."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
January 2019
"MY HUSBAND AND I WERE BOTH TREATED WITH THE UTMOST RESPECT."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
January 2019
"OVERALL EXTREMELY SATISFIED."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
December 2018
"THEY DID NOT ANNOUNCEMENT IN CALG & EDMONTON PAPER ONLINE OBITUARY - UNSURE IF WE DISCUSSED, I DID NOT DO A NEWSPAPER ONE, BUT PROBABLY WOULD HAVE THROUGH FASTERS."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2018
"COMPASSIONATE, PROFESSIONAL THEY MADE A SAD DAY A BIT BETTER"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2018
"EXTREMELY SATISFIED PROFESSIONAL THROUGHOUT"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
November 2018
"IN BOTH CASES, HUSBAND AND MOM, OUR FAMILY WAS TREATED WITH THE UTMOST COMPASSION AND CARE IN ALL ASPECTS OF BOTH FUNERALS"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
October 2018
"AFTER THE DEATH OF OUR DEAR MOTHER, THE COMFORT. THAT FOSTERS PROVIDED WAS EXCEPTIONAL. EVERYTHING WAS BEAUTIFUL, JUST AS OUR MOTHER WOULD HAVE WISHED."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
September 2018
"Absolutely Outstanding"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
August 2018
"I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND MY HEART FELT THANKS TO FOSTERS GARDEN CHAPEL FOR THEIR COMPASSION, SUPPORT & ... OF KINDNESS SHOWN TO OUR FAMILY DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
July 2018
"THE PROCEEDINGS WAS SO EFFICIENT AND RUN SMOOTHLY. WAS SURPRISED HOWWELL THE PROCEEDINGS WENT."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
June 2018
"EVERYTHING FROM ALL THE ARRANGED MEETINGS, THE SERVICE TO THE CATERING WERE ALL HANDLED WITH GREAT DETAIL & PERFECTION. WE WERE HANDLED WITH PRIORITY & THE UTMOST CARE."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
May 2018
"I WOULD LIKE TO SUGGEST MORE SEATING DURING LUNCHON"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
May 2018
"VERY PROFESSIONAL & CARING FOR OUR FAMILY ITS WHAT DAD WANTED"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
April 2018
"WE HAD AN EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE WITH A COURTEOUS. PROFESSIONAL STAFF. THEY WERE VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE, HELPFUL WE WERE NOT PRESSURED, BUT FELT CARED FOR WITH COMPASSION"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
April 2018
"IF AT ALL POSSIBLE, PREARRANGE YOUR FUNERAL AND BURIAL. IT TAKES A TREMENDOUS LOAD OFF THE REMAINING ONE IN CHANGE."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
March 2018
"STAFF IS VERY PROFESSIONAL YET PERSONABLE."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
March 2018
"YOURS IS THE ONLY FUNERAL HOME I WILL EVER DEAL WITH. BUT LETS HOPE ITS A WHILE BEFORE WE MEET AGAIN"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
March 2018
"I WAS IMPRESSED WITH EFFICIENT AND PROFESSIONAL TREATMENT FROM BEGINNING RIGHT THROUGH, DONE IN A COMPASSIONATE MANNER DURING A STRESSFUL TIME."
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
February 2018
"I REALLY APPRECIATED THE STAFF MEMBERS WHO PICKED UP MY MOTHERS BODY AT THE NURSING HOME - PROFESSIONAL AND COMPASSIONATE"
Verified Burial & Memorial Service Customer
February 2018
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Located on 4th Street Northwest, the funeral home is just a 20-minute drive from Calgary International Airport, with a public transit stop near our front entrance. The chapel's exit leading to our climate-controlled concourse provides comfortable funeral vehicle access throughout the year. The entire building is wheelchair accessible.
Whether gathering for visitations, as a family before a service or for a reception, our fireside lounge is a warm, comfortable place to meet. Central to the room is a floor-to-ceiling fieldstone fireplace. 
We pride ourselves on having compassionate and sincere associates who embody a deep commitment to caring. They are experienced in serving people of many faiths, cultures and backgrounds.
At Foster’s Garden Chapel & Crematorium, we are committed to helping others and take great pride in giving back to our community. Every year we host our Easter Egg Hunt, Children’s Costume Party and Stampede Barbeque. We support local charities through our annual Charity Garage Sale as well as other events.
The founder of what is now Foster's Garden Chapel & Crematorium was Cy Foster. He opened his original funeral home on 16th Avenue Northwest in Calgary, under the name Foster’s Garden Chapel on a freezing December 3, 1956. He had 7 calls that first month, 15 the next and 300 by the end of the first year.
