Most affordable funeral packages on the market
With no hidden fees, our services are truly tailored to your needs and are offered with simplicity and respect for your loved one. Please note that all administrative formalities and care for the deceased, in the Laurentians and Lanaudière regions, are included (60km radius).
Like so many families in Quebec, trust the team at Crématel Funeral Home for your cremation needs.
Factors that influence price
When a death occurs, the question of funeral service pricing often comes up quickly, sometimes with a sense of discomfort. Loved ones want to honour the deceased while staying within their means. Many people wonder: how much does a funeral service cost in Quebec?
On average, the Corporation des thanatologues du Québec (Quebec Funeral Directors Association) estimates that a traditional funeral costs between $4,000 and $7,500. However, this varies greatly based on your choices, for example, between cremation and burial, as well as the different optional services.
At Crématel, we offer affordable packages starting at $1,145.
Location and memorial hall
Costs vary from one funeral home to another. Room rental, reception duration and staff required all affect the price. Choosing to hold a ceremony at the church or at the cemetery also adds fees, notably for travel and the presence of a funeral director.
Mandatory services vs. optional services
What is included in a funeral service must include:
- Transfer of the deceased
- Coordination of services
- Preparation of government documents
- A container for the body (casket or cremation container)
- Cremation or burial
At Crématel, we provide turnkey cremation services. Depending on your budget and wishes, you can select from several optional services. Purchasing an urn, displaying the urn or the body at the funeral home, holding a ceremony and decorating the room are among the offered options.
Different financial assistance programs are available, including from Retraite Québec as well as the special funeral expenses benefit. Both offer $2,500.
Timeframes to arrange funerals in Quebec
In Quebec, there is no legal deadline to organize a funeral. Families can take the time they need to plan a ceremony that honours their loved one. However, maximum time limits apply for viewing the body in a casket: 30 days (open casket) or 60 days (closed casket).
Certificates and transport of the deceased
After the death, the physician or nurse must produce an attestation of death. Transport of the deceased then takes place as soon as possible, the same day. Next, the family must, with the help of the funeral service provider, sign the declaration of death and complete the forms, including the application for a death certificate or a copy of the act of death. This is among the necessary administrative documents required after a death. The attestation from the Directeur de l'état civil can take 2 to 3 weeks.
On average, allow 24 to 48 hours for processing documents and organizing the first steps. It can take longer in cases of repatriation.
Choose one of our cremation packages
Crématel offers accessible packages tailored to different needs:
- For a limited budget or a minimalist approach: the simple cremation package will meet your needs.
- To keep the ashes in a quality urn at an accessible price: the simple cremation with urn package includes a Merruse wood urn.
- To allow loved ones to gather and reflect: the ashes ceremony provides 2 hours of urn viewing at the funeral home.
- If religious or spiritual traditions are important to you: the package with a ceremony at the church or cemetery includes a procession and the presence of a funeral director.
- If you wish to say a final goodbye to the deceased: the cremation with viewing package includes embalming and 4 hours of viewing at the funeral home.
You can also choose the package that best suits your needs by opting for funeral prearrangements.
How does a cremation ceremony take place?
Overall, a cremation ceremony takes no more than a few hours.
1. The deceased is transported to the crematorium.
2. The attendant places the deceased in the cremation container.
3. The attendant verifies the authorization documents and the attestation of death, signed by the physician or coroner.
4. Cremation takes place, with or without family present. A short ceremony can be held at the crematorium if desired, for example, readings of tributes.
5. The technician confirms the identity of the remains, then proceeds with cremation.
6. Cremation lasts 1 hour 30 minutes. Then allow 2 hours for cooling.
7. The technician processes any remaining bone fragments into ashes.
8. The remains are placed in an urn (or container), then an identification tag and a cremation certificate are produced.The funeral home contacts you for the handover of the ashes, which takes place at the funeral home.
What happens next depends on your wishes and those of the deceased. You can hold a ceremony at the funeral home or elsewhere, keep the ashes at home, bury the urn or place it in a columbarium.Whatever you choose, our advisors will support you step by step.
The cost of cremation in Quebec
Crématel offers a variety of low-cost cremation packages in Quebec. The price for a simple cremation is $1,145 and includes all services, from picking up the deceased and preparing government documents to delivering the ashes to the complex. You can also exchange the standard transport container for a Merruse wooden urn with our “simple cremation with urn” package for $1,355. The ash ceremony adds a 2-hour viewing at the funeral home for a total of $1,925, unless you prefer a ceremony at a church or cemetery for $2,045.
Finally, the opportunity to say a final goodbye to the deceased is an important part of the grieving process for some people. It is possible to opt for a viewing of the deceased followed by cremation, an affordable package priced at $3,635.
Simple cremation
$1145
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Professional fees
Service Coordination
Preparation of government documents
Care of the deceased **
Cremation container
Cremation Service
Ash transport container
Ashes handed over to the family at the complex
Simple cremation with urn
$1355
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Service Coordination
Preparation of government documents
Care of the deceased **
Cremation container
Cremation Service
Merruse wooden urn
Ashes handed over to the family at the complex
Ash Ceremony
$1925
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Professional fees
Coordination of services
Preparation of government documents
Care of the deceased **
Cremation container
Cremation Service
Ash transport container
Living room for an exhibition for 2 hours
Ashes handed over to family at complex
Ceremony at the church or cemetery
$2045
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Professional fees
Service Coordination
Preparation of government documents
Care of the deceased **
Cremation container
Cremation Service
Ash transport container
Ballot box procession
Funeral Director
Ashes handed over to the family at the complex
Exhibition of the deceased in the living room followed by cremation
$3635
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Professional fees
Service Coordination
Preparation of government documents
Care of the deceased **
Cremation container
Cremation Service
Ash transport container
Thanatopraxy (embalming)
Coffin Rental
Living room for an exhibition for 4 hours
Ashes handed over to the family at the complex
You will find that our funeral packages are the most affordable on the market, with no hidden costs, and that our services are truly tailored to your needs and are offered with simplicity and respect for your loved one.
Please note that all administrative formalities and care for the deceased in the Laurentians and Lanaudière are included (60km radius). We also offer low-cost long-distance repatriation, which is advantageous throughout Quebec – ask for information .
If you have any questions about our cremation service, please do not hesitate to call us . Our advisors will be able to answer your questions or assist you with the funeral packages offered online.
Like so many families in Quebec, trust the team at Crématel Funeral Home for your cremation needs.
Choosing the funeral urn
The cost of a funeral urn
The location of the urn
Frequently Asked Questions
Why make prearrangements?
A death can be predictable or completely unexpected. Either way, it's always a difficult ordeal for your loved ones on many levels; the steps and decisions that need to be made accumulate and can become overwhelming.
Ya-t-il d’autres frais applicables ?
Non. Chez Crématel, le prix affiché est celui que vous payez. Le montant pourrait être plus élevé si vous désirez ajouter des produits ou services supplémentaires, mais notre équipe vous présentera les coûts avec transparence.
Peut-onpayer directement avec la prestation de Retraite Québec ?
Malheureusement non, car il s’agit d’un remboursement. Vous devrez présenter une preuve de paiement pour recevoir celui-ci. Notre équipe préparera un formulaire avec une preuve de paiement et pourra vous guider dans votre demande.
Combiende temps prend la crémation ?
La crémation elle-même prend 1 h 30, suivie de 2 h pour le refroidissement (3 h 30). Il faut cependant compter un peu plus de temps pour l’identification et les formalités administratives.
Si j’achète pour des préarrangements funéraires, le prix risque-t-il d’augmenter ?
Non, le prix est garanti et n’est pas sujet à l’inflation. Vos proches n’auront pas à
débourser d’autres frais si vous avez payé la totalité de votre forfait.
Pourquoi prendre des arrangements préalables ?
Un décès peut être prévisible ou complètement inattendu. Quoi qu’il en soit, il s’agit toujours d’une épreuve difficile pour vos proches sur plusieurs plans ; les démarches et décisions à prendre s’accumulent et peuvent peser lourd.
How can I be sure that the contract will be respected?
When you pay for prearrangements, 90% of the money you pay is placed in a trust account , governed by strict rules, at a financial institution. The company cannot use this money. This means your money is safe and you are not at risk in the event of the company's bankruptcy, for example.
The contract is also registered with the Office of Consumer Protection for your protection. Furthermore, since 2021, a Register of Funeral Arrangement Contracts has been in place, allowing your loved ones to trace your contract if necessary.
Can I change or cancel my contract once signed?
The contract is modifiable and refundable at any time at Yves Légaré, and you can suspend payments without penalty. Give yourself the peace of mind you deserve.
Where should we place our loved one's funeral urn?
The urn can be placed in different locations according to your wishes: you can bury it in a cemetery, display it in a columbarium, or keep it at home. Finally, it is possible to scatter your loved one's ashes in nature, for example in the sea or on a mountaintop.
Why choose cremation?
Cremation is an increasingly popular choice for several reasons. First, its more environmentally friendly aspect cannot be overemphasized.
Since burial requires embalming, the use of chemicals makes the process more harmful to the environment. Depending on the casket chosen, it may also contain contaminants. Not to mention that caskets take up space, while the number of caskets available is becoming increasingly limited.
Finally, the cost of cremation makes it a more budget-friendly option for many people. The difference between the price of cremation and burial can be several thousand dollars.
In addition, it will be entirely possible to organize a personalized ceremony in the event of cremation in Greater Montreal, and even to bury the urn if you wish.
How does the cremation ceremony take place?
When the person dies, they are transported to the crematorium , where they are placed in the crematory container or coffin. The attendant then checks the death certificate , which must have been previously signed by the doctor or coroner, as well as the authorization documents.
The technician will then proceed with the cremation, making sure to identify the remains. The body is placed in the crematorium, heated to between 1,000 and 1,200 degrees Celsius. The cremation lasts approximately 1.5 hours, followed by 2 hours of cooling. The technician then crushes the remaining bones to reduce them to ashes.
Finally, the ashes are placed in the urn, an identification token is placed, and the cremation certificate is produced. You will then be contacted by the funeral home to collect the ashes. Visit our information page to learn more about cremation in Quebec .
How long does it take to recover ashes after cremation?
Typically, you will be able to collect the ashes within 24 to 48 hours.
How long after death is cremation performed?
Cremation takes place at least 6 hours after confirmation of death and can be carried out up to 6 days after death.
What is the difference between cremation and incineration?
There is no difference. In fact, the word "incineration" is considered incorrect, since it refers to the burning of objects and waste. The term "cremation" refers to the burning of a body.
Is it possible to be exposed even if you choose cremation?
Yes, our funeral home in Quebec can accommodate you for a viewing before cremation. The body will be embalmed, and cremation will take place after the visit.
Can we attend the cremation of the body?
Some crematoriums allow this. Please contact us for more information. Our team in Saint-Jérôme will gently guide you through your grieving process or funeral pre-arrangements.
Choosing the funeral urn
In addition to the cost of cremation, there are a variety of urns to choose from . Our cremation urns offer a variety of materials and designs to suit your budget and personal preferences.
How much does a funeral urn cost?
The cost of an urn can easily reach over $1,200. At Crématel, you'll find a selection of inexpensive, yet elegant and timeless funeral urns, such as:
- A simple chipboard urn for under $100
- Simple and elegant rustic laminated wood urns between $100 and $200
- Marble urns in various colors between $150 and $200
- Biodegradable urns, made of mirador wood, brass or bamboo between $200 and $300
- Unique urns like the Aria Tree of Life or the Gilded Silver Teardrop cost between $300 and $400
We offer a wide range of elegant and durable options, whether you prefer simplicity or sophistication. We also offer a variety of floral arrangements for urns and funeral homes.
A delicate tribute to a love that transcends time: Choose a double urn to honor an eternal bond.
Choose tailor-made services
Our advisors are available at all times to help you organize a funeral service for your loved one as peacefully and efficiently as possible.