1. SELECT MONUMENT TYPE AND SIZE
2. SELECT VARIATION & CLICK CUSTOMIZE
3. ENTER TEXT & DATES THEN VIEW IN 3D

UNDERSTAND THE CEMETERY REGULATIONS
Prior to purchasing a monument from Prairie Flat Memorials, it is imperative to understand and confirm the cemetery regulations. Cemeteries WILL NOT accept monuments that do not comply to their regulations. The cemetery is required to allow it's customers to purchase a monument from the vendor of their choosing, but the cemetery can have specific requirements that must be adhered to. Contact the cemetery to understand their requirements. If the monument is refused by the cemetery, all charges incurred, including return shipping and the possible remaking of the monument are the purchaser´s responsibility. 

GENERAL QUESTIONS TO ASK

WHAT ARE THE REGULATIONS FOR YOUR CEMETERY AND PLOT LOCATION?

Cemeteries often have restricted areas for Flat Markers that differ from Upright Monuments, which makes it is important to know what area of the cemetery your plot is located and what the cemetery will allow on your plot.

HAVE YOU PURCHASED A SINGLE OR DOUBLE PLOT?

This can impact monument size and in the case flat markers, the quantity you can place on the plot.

WHAT ARE THE SIZE RESTRICTIONS?

Every cemetery is different and there are often unique size restrictions for single and double plots.

DOES THIS THICKNESS OF THE MONUMENT MATTER?

Thickness is often included in the regulations and varies depending on the cemetery. Thickness can apply to both upright monuments and flat markers.

IS A PLOT LOCATION REQUIRED ON THE MONUMENT?

Some cemeteries require the plot location to be engraved on the monument.

WHAT TYPE OF MATERIAL IS REQUIRED?

Most cemeteries accept granite monuments but some only accept bronze markers.

ARE BEVELED EDGES REQUIRED?

This is rare but some cemeteries require it for flat markers.

IS A PERMIT REQUIRED AND HAS IT BEEN PAID?

Often cemeteries have fees associated with perpetual care and/or the installation of the monument. Cemeteries will not accept or install monuments if the permit fees aren't paid.

After purchasing one of the largest monument companies in Western Canada, Paul and Ashley quickly realized there were many families that wanted the ability to design a memorial from the comfort of home and wanted a more cost-effective offering. This inspired the creation of Prairie Flat Memorials. An online provider of black memorials that can be customized without the cost.

Paul and Ashley have lived in the Edmonton area for most of their lives. They met shortly after high school and couldn’t be happier raising their two beautiful little girls in the city they love. They decided to embrace their entrepreneurial spirits by acquiring Edmonton Granite Memorials, and have truly enjoyed every minute of this great industry. Ashley left her 15-year career as a nurse at the Stollery Children’s Hospital, and Paul moved on from his sales career, to pursue their dream of becoming business owners, and they haven’t looked back.

There were three issues they wanted to provide a solution for.
1. Make purchasing a memorial more affordable

2. Provide a faster delivery timeline

3. Offer an unparalleled online experience

The decision to only offer black monuments was intentional. The demand for a cost-effective monument offering has been increasing consistently over the years, as the death of a loved one has become more and more expensive year after year . Black is the most versatile colour, accommodating a vast range of designs, and once engraved, it reveals a beautiful contrast that will maintain its integrity and legibility for generations.

The decision to invest in a specialized design software, integrated with the website, was necessary to ensure the final product looked identical to the image created by the customer, with correct proportions, size and spacing, relative to the size of monument selected. This is a key differentiator of Prairie Flat Memorials from other online providers, as every detail has been accounted for when creating the pre-designed templates, to guarantee the final engraved monument will meet the customer's expectations for quality and legibility.

Quality is paramount to every monument created at Prairie Flat Memorials. The newly constructed, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Edmonton has been in operation since 2015 and has the capability to accommodate high demand and more importantly, comes with the experience of industry professionals who have spent their lives working in the monument industry.
We look forward to creating a memorial your family will cherish for generations.