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Ecological Burial

Ecological Burial

Ecological Burial

Honour your loved one and the planet

We offer sustainable burial options that prioritize environmental preservation and support natural ecosystems. One of the most meaningful choices is tree burial, where the body or ashes are placed in a biodegradable container designed to nourish the soil and contribute to the growth of a commemorative tree. This process allows your loved one's remains to return naturally to the earth, fostering new life and creating a living legacy that thrives for generations.

What ecological burial includes

  • Care of your loved one
  • Gentle preparation without chemicals
  • Choice of ecological casket or shroud
  • Coordination with green burial grounds
  • All permits and documents
  • Ceremony designed for your family
  • Conservation site coordination
  • Natural fibre shroud options
  • Family ceremony planning
  • Perpetual protection of the landscape

Natural sites preserved in perpetuity

Tree burials are often carried out in designated ecological burial sites or conservation areas, where the landscape is left intact, without traditional markers or monuments, blending harmoniously into nature. This environmentally respectful method reduces the carbon footprint and eliminates the use of harmful chemicals, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an eco-friendly final resting place.

Through ecological burial, you can honour your loved one while giving back to the planet, creating a symbol of life and renewal in the form of a flourishing tree.

Available ecological options

Ecological burial in Montreal: a gentler return to nature

Biodegradable casket

Untreated wood, wicker or bamboo

Natural shroud

Organic cotton or linen

No embalming

Gentle preparation without chemicals

Conservation site

Certified green burial grounds in Quebec

Living memorial

Native trees or plants on site

Minimal footprint

No concrete vault or metal hardware

Family ceremony

Full visitation and service

Perpetual protection

Grounds preserved as natural landscape

Ecological burial in Montreal: a gentler return to nature

Biodegradable caskets or shrouds, natural cemetery sections and low-footprint monuments, a gentle return to the earth.

Get in touch with North Star Funeral Services

Our team is ready to support your family. Call us at 514-482-7474, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Call: 514-482-7474