Materials used in environmentally friendly coffins

Environmentally minded people do not want to pollute any more after their death than they did while they were living. However, selecting a coffin made of exotic wood or metal means that a traditional burial can be very harmful to the environment. The manufactures are aware of this, and for many years have offered more and more environmentally friendly models of coffins that are made without metal carrying handles. Choosing certain materials ensures the sustainability of natural resources without compromising the quality and durability of the coffin whatsoever.

January 30, 2017

• Services
• Prearrangements
• Rituals
• Eco-friendly

Funeral rites in different parts of the world

Funeral rituals are found in every culture across the continents and throughout the ages, but they vary according to the customs, beliefs, and relationship with death of each civilization. In certain communities, funeral rites have a very particular character and may have very little in common with our traditions.

November 30, 2016

• Rituals

5 essential points for a memorable eulogy speech

A text written and read in tribute to the deceased at their funeral, the eulogy is intended to honour their memory while making the ceremony lively. The first step in dealing with grief, the eulogy is generally an experience rich in emotions that also helps initiate the inescapable work of mourning.

November 15, 2016

• Rituals

Cremation: formalities and procedures for a cremation in Montreal

The choice of cremation has become increasingly common since the Catholic Church authorized this practice in 1963. For all sorts of reasons, many people request this funeral ritual in their last wills. What are the necessary formalities and how is a cremation carried out in Montréal?

September 19, 2016

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Funeral home: support for grieving families in Montreal

Unprepared when faced with the loss of a loved one, we all need a shoulder to lean on when confronted with the many responsibilities that fall on us. By taking charge of everything, a funeral home helps bereaved families through this difficult time.

September 16, 2016

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• Funeral complex
• Prearrangements

What form of condolences should you use, and in which cases?

Much more than just a social convention, condolences pay tribute to the deceased and express your compassion to their loved ones. But when a person we know passes on, we don’t always know just how to express our sympathies to their loved ones, support them, or offer them some comfort, which is so necessary when in mourning. Depending on the type of relationship you have with the deceased or the mourner, there is an appropriate form of condolences that lets you respect customs without committing any impropriety.

August 15, 2016

• Rituals

How do you express your thanks after a funeral?

After the death of a loved one, it’s customary to thank the friends and family who came to attend the funeral. While it might seem quite secondary to conform to social customs, thank you cards after a funeral are important, since they let you show your gratitude towards those who demonstrated kindness during these trying times of pain and grief.

August 15, 2016

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What is a funeral urn used for and how to choose it?

The use of the funeral urn dates back to prehistoric times. Intended to collect the ashes of the deceased person, it symbolically represents the deceased and bears witness to his/her importance in the lives of his/her loved ones. The choice of a funeral urn, a tribute in memory of the deceased, is made according to the deceased's beliefs, personality and past life.

August 15, 2016

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• Rituals

Funeral wreath: when should we contribute to it?

The choice of flowers and sprays of flowers is generally made based on the relationship established with the deceased person. Since the funeral wreath is quite large, a contribution may be made toward its purchase by chipping in with a group of people who have a similar relationship with the deceased. The choice of flowers for mourning is vast, ranging from a simple bouquet to a large grave top.

July 25, 2016

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The most commonly used flowers for funeral floral arrangement

Funeral floral arrangement is an art that draws its inspiration from a symbolism of strict codes. Flowers, their shapes and colours are some of the many criteria taken into account to convey a message or emotion. Here are some examples of the flowers most commonly used in funeral floral arrangements.

July 25, 2016

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