General

The Cemetery Devastated by the Ice Storm

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Following yesterday's major ice storm, on April 5th, the Notre-Dame-des-Neiges Cemetery is devastated, as are many other areas of Montréal.

April 6, 2023


Thousands of trees were broken by the ice and wind, and all of the cemetery's paths are now clogged with branches that present a significant danger to visitors. Many branches, broken by the ice, currently threaten to fall at any time, posing additional risks to visitors. The cemetery has also been without power since the evening of April 5.

 

We are saddened by this situation, especially since we had made every effort to accommodate families on Easter Sunday, an important day for many.

 

The cemetery has been closed since this morning and will remain closed for the next few days until the clean-up of the site is completed to ensure the safe reception of the families of the deceased. We sincerely regret this situation and hope to obtain the cooperation of our striking employees to proceed with the site's clean-up as quickly as possible.

 

We will announce the reopening of the cemetery as soon as the site is secure.

 

Funeral Mass on the Day of your Loved One's Burial
(Private service by reservation only)

Because we know that mourning is an important stage, we are proud to offer the option of holding a funeral Mass on the day of the burial in our sacred chapel, with renowned musicians. Please book a time to speak with one of our burial specialists through our inhumation form for more information.

 

Memorial Mass for All the Deceased on the First Saturday of Every Month 
(Open to all)

We remind you that memorial Masses for all the deceased are open to the public and held at 9.30 am and 11 am on the first Saturday of every month. The next mass will take place this Saturday, August 2, at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.mPlease consult the complete list of the dates here. No fees or reservation necessary.

 

inhumations@fabriquenotredame.ca