Are we allowed to keep ashes?

In Canada and Quebec , keeping a loved one's ashes at home is legal and regulated. Here are the main laws to follow:

In Quebec, according to the Funeral Activities Act, ashes may be kept at home in a sealed urn. There are no restrictions on the length of time they may be kept. However, municipalities may have their own regulations regarding this.

At the Canadian federal level, the Criminal Code prohibits the disposal of human remains in an undignified or disrespectful manner. Ashes must therefore be treated with respect and dignity.

Other countries

In many countries, home storage of ashes is permitted but may be subject to specific regulations. For example, in France, ashes may be stored at home in a sealed cremation urn. In the United States, laws vary by state, but most allow home storage.

Concrete Memory decorative urns by Les Mimipots

Our decorative concrete urns offer an elegant and respectful solution for preserving a loved one's ashes at home. Their sleek, timeless design allows them to blend seamlessly into your home while honoring the memory of the deceased.

Our urns are distinguished by:

- A modern and neat design
- High durability thanks to concrete
- Customization options

This way, you can keep your loved one's ashes in compliance with the law, while benefiting from a quality decorative object that enhances your memories.

References:
https://www.avocat.qc.ca/affaires/iipagewww.htm
https://www.ccsa.ca/fr/conditions-of-use-and-legal-restrictions-of-the-website
https://www.sunsetgrown.com/modalites-et-conditions-dusage-du-site-web/
https://lesmimipots.com
https://www.avocat.qc.ca/affaires/iipagewww.htm
https://archipel.uqam.ca/9131/1/D3148-1.pdf
https://www.santemonteregie.qc.ca/sites/default/files/2019/04/guide_parents_vivant_avec_cancer_sein_-_et_mes_enfants_dans_tout_ca.pdf