Our funeral pre-arrangement service: what you need to know
Funeral pre-arrangements in Quebec are divided into two types of contracts: the funeral services contract and the burial contract. At Yves Légaré, we offer advantageous packages that include the viewing of the body or ashes, the coffin and/or urn and the burial or cremation, services available in a turnkey package.
Includes expenses related to the purchase of goods and services: purchase of the casket, urn or tombstone, embalming of the body or cremation, ceremony, etc.
This is the contract that provides for the purchase of the place intended to receive the body or ashes as well as its maintenance. The price of the burial varies according to the location and the number of years it will be reserved.
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The advantages of Yves Légaré: comfort, quality and emotional support.
We offer a funeral service that ensures you optimal comfort, impeccable quality and essential emotional support in these difficult times.
Many people put off making funeral pre-arrangements or don't think about doing so. However, it is an act that will give you great peace of mind and relieve your loved ones of a significant emotional and financial burden.
We offer personalized and comprehensive support to our clients in this important step. We guide you in your decisions if necessary if you are wondering how to prepare for his death or if you have hesitations about certain important choices.
How do funeral prearrangements protect families?
Funeral prearrangements are a thoughtful way to ensure peace of mind for families.
With funeral arrangements in place, the deceased's wishes will be respected at the time of death, costs will be set in advance, and everything will be planned when the sad news arrives.
When a death occurs, many questions arise on top of a full range of difficult emotions.
With prearrangements, attention can remain on grief rather than on the complete organization of the funeral, which can make the grieving process easier for loved ones. In a way, the emotional burden will be eased, since all logistics will already be planned out.
A prearrangement contract allows you to freeze costs in advance. Prices available at the time the funeral plan is set up will be locked in. There will be no surprises on the day of death, even if current prices have increased.
This is one of the key advantages of prearrangements and a financial safeguard for the family.
As mentioned, funeral planning in Quebec ensures a person's wishes are respected. They can choose what they want at the time of their passing.
For example, do they want a viewing with a casket, or do they prefer an urn? Would they like to choose the place of burial? Do they want their religious rites to be observed in every detail? These are all questions that can be addressed when recording your wishes.
Common misconceptions
It is often said that it is better to wait until the person has passed away to orchestrate everything, and that our money will be better protected in the bank.
However, funeral costs have tripled over the past four decades in Quebec. By making your prearrangements now, you can be sure prices will be frozen.
Another misconception is that a funeral home might face financial difficulties and could even go bankrupt.
Provincial regulations state that your prepaid fees are deposited into a trust fund for added protection.
What does a funeral prearrangement plan include?
At Yves Légaré, we take care of everything, from the funeral services contract to the burial contract.
Funeral services and products
Services generally include:
- The purchase of the casket
- The purchase of the urn
- The purchase of the headstone
- Embalming of the body or cremation
- Details concerning the ceremony
- The hearse, the limousine for the family, the pallbearers
- Flowers, memorial bookmarks, and the notice in the media
- Etc.
Administrative fees and taxes
Fees for funeral services also include administrative fees and taxes. Nothing is left to chance in a funeral prearrangement contract.
The different steps, and what to expect at each stage
At Yves Légaré, we take the time to speak with families to cover every angle, ensure the deceased's wishes are respected, and present all options.
At the time of death, everything will have been planned, from the transfer of the deceased to their final resting place, including the funeral and the desired ceremony.
At Yves Légaré, we also make sure to send all documentation to the government of Quebec so that everything is fully compliant.
We answer all your questions and support you at every step while respecting the funeral directives.
At what age should you make your prearrangements?
Strictly speaking, there is no specific age to begin funeral planning.
45 to 60 years: optimal window
It is often said that, between 45 and 60, it is a good time to set up a funeral prearrangement plan.
At this stage of life, we tend to know our preferences better and can take the proper steps with a funeral home. You can meet with an advisor, set out your wishes, and make sure your loved ones are informed.
Never too late
It is never too late to enter into advance arrangements. Your record of wishes will be upheld, no matter your age.
Funeral pre-arrangement packages
Traditional Service
Viewing of the deceased, funeral at the church or prayer meeting in the chapel and in the parlor followed by burial in the cemetery.
Complete administrative support
Contemporary Service
Viewing of the deceased, funeral in the church or prayer meeting in the chapel and in the parlor followed by cremation.
Professional support from the funeral director and staff
Simplicity Service
Cremation, display of ashes, funeral in church or prayer meeting in chapel and in the parlor, arrangement of the urn.
Professional support from the funeral director and staff
Memorial Service
We offer three types of memorial packages to honor the memory of your loved one.
Platinum Commemorative Package
Silver Memorial Package
Bronze Commemorative Package
Frequently Asked Questions
Why make prior arrangements?
A death can be predictable or completely unexpected. In any case, it is always a difficult ordeal for your loved ones on several levels; the steps and decisions to be made accumulate and can weigh heavily.
Who holds the funds?
Ninety percent of the amounts paid for your funeral prearrangements are deposited into a trust account. This account is strictly governed by the rules and regulations ofa financial institution. Your money is secure.
Since 2021, a register of funeral arrangement contracts allows your loved ones to find your contract if needed.
Can I transfer my contract?
At Yves Légaré, your funeral contract can be modified and refunded at any time. You can also suspend your payments without penalty. You will receive all the information needed to transfer your contract, if applicable. We offer peace of mind at all times and our team takes care of everything.
In closing, our funeral home has been offering funeral services for many years. We know that losing a loved one is a trying time.
Our funeral prearrangements give you the opportunity to organize your final wishes in advance. With respect, empathy, and attentive listening, our team is here for you. Book an appointment now to discuss a funeral arrangement plan.
How can we be sure that the contract will be respected?
When you pay for pre-arrangements, 90% of the money you pay is placed in a trust account , regulated by strict rules, at a financial institution. The company cannot use this money. This means that your money is safe and you are not at risk in the event of the company going bankrupt, for example.
The contract is also registered in the Office de la protection du consommateur registry to protect you. In addition, since 2021, a Funeral Arrangement Contract Registry allows 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.