The OFSA is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in funeral service while providing continued education to funeral professionals. Promoting excellence in Ontario Funeral Profession since 1883, our Member funeral service professionals have the highest standards. Trust the OFSA Advantage as we have much to offer and we can't wait to connect you to your member benefits.HistoryOFSA was formed in 1883. It was originally called the Embalmers' Association. In 1922, the association was incorporated as the Ontario Funeral Service Association. OFSA is a voluntary professional association of funeral directors with members throughout Ontario.After effectively representing the funeral profession in Ontario for over 120 years, we responded to the needs of our Independent members and the New OFSA now represents only the Independently Owned Funeral Establishments. OFSA provides education, training and marketing support to give our members the competitive advantage, and protection for their business through our successful lobbying efforts.Mission StatementThe Ontario Funeral Service Association is the leader in advocacy and ethical business advancement for the independent and family owned funeral homes in Ontario, providing Members with professional development, support, resources and peer networks.Vision StatementTo build on and grow our proud tradition since 1883 of ethically promoting the betterment of the funeral profession in Ontario, the success of our Member independent and family owned funeral homes, and to be an effective advocate for our Members on legislative issues that affect our profession throughout the 21st Century. MandateThe Ontario Funeral Service Association (OFSA) maintains a high standard of efficient service among our members in the interests of public welfare. OFSA strives to increase public awareness of the funeral profession as well as consumer protection through its lobbying efforts.