Buy a Cemetery Plot at North Shore Jewish Cemetery
A Community Resting Place on the North Shore
North Vancouver Cemetery is a municipally owned and operated cemetery located at 1220 Lillooet Road, North Vancouver, BC. Established in 1907, it has been the primary cemetery for residents of the District of North Vancouver for more than a century.
The cemetery is set against a natural backdrop near the Seymour River and Capilano University, offering a quiet and dignified setting for families across the North Shore.
About North Vancouver Cemetery
Because it is a District-operated cemetery, plots are sold directly by the municipality. There is no private resale market for North Vancouver Cemetery.
Plot & Interment Options
North Vancouver Cemetery provides several types of interment rights, including:
Availability is managed by the District, with interment rights released depending on section
Chapel & Funeral Services
North Vancouver Cemetery does not operate a funeral home or chapel on the property. Families typically coordinate funeral or memorial services through local North Shore funeral homes and then hold the burial or interment at the cemetery.
The grounds are well suited for graveside or committal services, with space for family gatherings, floral tributes, and seating to create a respectful environment.
Why Choose North Vancouver Cemetery & How We Help
Families choose North Vancouver Cemetery for its long history, peaceful location, and affordability compared to private cemeteries. With municipal ownership, families can trust that the grounds are consistently maintained and that interment rights are governed under public accountability.
We help families by:
Explaining the District’s purchase process for burial and cremation plots at North Vancouver Cemetery
Clarifying the options available for interment and memorialization
Guiding you step by step, so you understand fees, rules, and procedures before making decisions
If you are interested in purchasing a cemetery plot at North Vancouver Cemetery, please complete our short questionnaire on the Buy a Cemetery Plot page. That page also provides a clear overview of the District’s process so you know what to expect.