The international repatriation of a deceased individual is a complicated process that requires a high level of experience and expertise.
Our team helps bereaved families navigate through this trying time with a feeling of trust and support.
Learn more about repatriation and our funeral services.
International repatriation is a delicate and complicated process by which the body of a person who has passed away abroad is brought back to Canada.
The rules and regulations regarding repatriation vary according to the airline and the country, and the process entails various challenges and complications that can take a very heavy toll on grieving families:
When someone passes away abroad and the body must be returned to the country of origin, transportation can prove to be an impressive logistical operation.
There are different ways to go about it. Depending on the distance and the location, the body can be transported by air or by land.
Whatever the means used, the ultimate goal is to bring the body back to the country of origin while ensuring the highest possible level of care and dignity. To achieve this, the body must be placed in a casket made of wood or metal, according to authority specifications.
Has a loved one passed away while abroad? We understand your concern.
The Government of Canada advises Canadian citizens to follow these steps when a loved one dies abroad:
The next steps leading to repatriation will be determined by the country where the death took place.
Also, we recommend contacting a funeral home in the country of origin, such as Les Sentiers, to help with all the paperwork.
As we said earlier, international repatriation is subject to country-specific laws and regulations.
There can be a significant amount of red tape to cut through, depending on the country. Here are some examples of required documentation:
Les Sentiers, part of the Magnus Poirier Group, also offers repatriation services.
Our team is dedicated to helping families in difficult times. Through our human approach and expert services, we allow grieving families to repatriate their deceased loved ones as quickly and as smoothly as possible.
We work hand in hand with the relevant authorities at the provincial, federal and international levels, and handle all the logistics involved in bringing back the deceased person’s remains.
We partner with funeral homes abroad to ensure full compliance with all administrative procedures, with minimal delays. The repatriation process includes the following:
Our extensive knowledge of international repatriation laws allows us to smoothly undertake all the necessary steps, from completing paperwork all the way to coordinating transportation.
Contact us to learn more about our funeral transportation services.
Throughout the repatriation process, our team remains in close contact with families to keep them updated and provide emotional support.
We also offer personalized services, such as funeral services and arrangements for memorials and ceremonies, to meet the specific needs of each family.
The process of international repatriation is a trying experience. Here is some helpful advice to help guide you:
Do you have questions about repatriating a deceased loved one or organizing a funeral? Our team is here to help.
Merci pour tout, ce fut une journée vraiment formidable. Merci pour votre professionnalisme et votre rigueur!
Chantale Veilleux
Je souhaite vous remercier de ma part et de toute ma famille pour nous avoir soutenu tout au long du processus. Depuis la crémation jusqu’au funérailles et malgré les petits pépins qu’on a rencontré. La cérémonie avec Mme Prénovost a été à la hauteur de nos attentes. Merci encore pour votre dévouement, nous l’avons tous apprécié.
Danielle Daoust
Je prends quelques minutes pour vous écrire et vous remercier de la collaboration de tout le personnel de Magnus Poirier, Les Sentiers lors des funérailles de Mme Rita Brisson Paquette.
Nous avons eu beaucoup de félicitations concernant la célébrante, la chanteuse, l’endroit choisi pour célébrer ces funérailles et le service impeccable lors du petit goûter, etc. Bref ce fut un succès sur toute la ligne grâce à vous tous.
Andrée et Gilles Brisson
Merci beaucoup Monsieur Tittel, vos services nous enlèvent un poids sur nos épaules.
Manon Laroque
Un weekend rempli d’émotions. Merci Les Sentiers qui est tellement un bel endroit….la vue, le personnel, l’ambiance, et j’en passe et que dire de la célébrante Suzie Prénovost une personne merveilleuse et humaine. Merci ma belle-famille d’amour Bon voyage papa, pour toujours dans nos pensées et nos coeurs.
Elisabeth