Direct Cremation
Direct cremation in Quebec & Ontario, one fixed all-inclusive price
Losing someone is hard enough. We handle the cremation simply and with care: fixed price, no funeral-home visit, no hidden fees.
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Direct cremation, explained
What is direct cremation?
Direct cremation is a simple, dignified cremation with no funeral service or viewing beforehand. We bring your loved one into our care, file all the paperwork, carry out the cremation at a licensed crematorium, and return the ashes to you, usually within 5–7 days. It is the most affordable and straightforward option.
How much does direct cremation cost?
Cost is one of the first things families need to know, and asking is not cold. Cleo's direct cremation is $1,900 all-inclusive in Quebec and $2,500 in Ontario, plus tax. One fixed price covers transport, paperwork, the cremation, and return of the ashes, with no hidden fees and nothing extra required. A traditional funeral in Canada averages $8,000–$15,000.
Where is direct cremation available?
We serve families across Quebec and Ontario, including Montreal, Laval, the South and North Shores, and the Greater Toronto Area. Everything is arranged by phone or online, so there is no funeral home to visit. Wherever you are, a bilingual team handles the details.
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All-Inclusive Direct Cremation
Choose a direct cremation and take your time planning the celebration your loved one deserves.
Pricing will depend on your location
Cleo Cremation
One fixed price • No hidden fees
With Quebec Death Benefit
Benefit covers full cost
What's Included
Dedicated team to guide and support you throughout your arrangements
Transportation of your loved one into our care 24/7.
We handle all the government paperwork, applying for official death certificates and applicable death benefits.
Private, dignified cremation (< 250 lbs)
Cremation container
Hand delivery of the ashes to you locally, or secure nationwide delivery.
Digital obituary page
Private ID viewing
How Cleo works
- 1
Call us, any time
Arrange in 1–2 daysReach a real, bilingual person 24/7. We arrange transport into our care, usually within about four hours.
- 2
We handle everything
Cremation in 3–5 daysWe file the declaration of death and all paperwork, and carry out the cremation at a licensed crematorium.
- 3
Ashes returned home
Ashes returned in 5–7 daysWe personally hand-deliver your loved one's ashes to your door.
Compare your options
Cleo vs. other providers vs. a traditional funeral
The same dignified cremation, without the showroom, the upsell, or the surprise invoice.
| What you get | Cleo | Other direct providers | Traditional funeral home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,900 all-inclusive, fixed (QC) | Often $1,500–$2,500, add-ons extra | $8,000–$15,000+ on average |
| Hidden fees | None: one transparent price | Common (urn, paperwork, mileage) | Frequent line-item add-ons |
| Where you arrange it | By phone or online, from home | Phone or in person | In-person showroom visit |
| Availability | Bilingual team, 24/7 | Business hours, varies | Business hours |
| Return of ashes | Hand-delivered, included | Pickup or shipping fee | Included, after services |
| Licensing | Licensed in QC (24FUN0004) & ON (TS1-0014632) | Varies by provider | Licensed |
WHY CHOOSE CLEO
Cleo brings clarity and care
to one of life's hardest moments
Plan online or by phone, in your home
No need to visit a funeral home. Arrange everything from home, online or by phone, with a real person walking you through each step.
No overhead, more affordable
Without the expensive buildings and showrooms, we pass the savings directly to you. One fixed price, quoted up front, and the final bill matches it.
Free ongoing aftercare support
Our support doesn't end when the ashes arrive. We stay on for months after, closing out paperwork, government death benefits, and the loose ends that only surface later.
A real person answers, 24/7
Grief doesn't wait for business hours. A real person answers, 24/7, in English or French, and can start the arrangements on that first call.
TRUSTED BY FAMILIES
What families say about Cleo
Licensed & transparent
A licensed funeral provider in Quebec and Ontario
Cleo Cremation · Québec MSSS permit 24FUN0004 · Ontario BAO licence TS1-0014632
You are trusting us with someone you love. We hold full funeral licensing in both provinces and put every cost in writing before anything proceeds.
- One fixed, all-inclusive price: confirmed in writing, with no hidden fees.
- Cremation carried out at a licensed crematorium, with full chain of custody.
- A real person answers, 24/7, in English or French: licensed, bilingual staff who can answer your questions.
- We handle the paperwork and help you claim the government death benefits you're eligible for. We stay on for months after, closing out the loose ends.
Service area
Direct cremation across Quebec
Montreal
Direct cremation across the Island of Montreal.
Laval
Fixed-price cremation for Laval families.
Longueuil
Direct cremation on the South Shore.
Brossard
Serving Brossard and the surrounding South Shore.
Plateau-Mont-Royal
Local, all-inclusive cremation in the Plateau.
Côte-des-Neiges
Direct cremation in Côte-des-Neiges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Direct cremation is a simple, dignified cremation without a funeral service or viewing beforehand. We pick up your loved one, handle all paperwork, perform the cremation, and return the ashes to you. This is the most affordable and straightforward option.
We operate entirely online and by phone, which eliminates the high overhead costs of maintaining physical funeral homes and showrooms. This allows us to offer the same dignified care at a fraction of the price: one fixed, all-inclusive price, quoted up front. And we'll tell you what you don't need, rather than sell you more.
Absolutely. Direct cremation gives you the flexibility to hold a memorial service at any time and place that's meaningful to you, whether that's at home, in a park, at a community center, or anywhere else. Many families find this option more personal and less expensive than traditional funeral home services.
From the time you call us to receiving your loved one's ashes typically takes 5-7 business days. This includes time for required paperwork, the cremation itself, and delivery. We keep you informed throughout the entire process.
Not at all. Direct cremation is simply a different approach: it's dignified, respectful, and increasingly popular. Many families appreciate its simplicity and the flexibility it provides to honor their loved one in their own way, on their own timeline.
We hand-deliver the ashes to you locally, or arrange secure nationwide delivery. You can keep them in an urn at home, scatter them in a meaningful location, inter them in a cemetery, or divide them among family members. We'll guide you through your options and provide any documentation needed.
Yes. Each cremation is carried out individually, and all of the recovered ashes are returned to your family, typically 4 to 6 pounds for an adult. The ashes are placed in a dignified urn or container and hand-delivered, along with the official certificate of cremation.
No. Embalming is not required for direct cremation, and you don't need to buy a casket. Your loved one is cremated in a simple, dignified container, which is included in the price. That's a large part of why direct cremation costs so much less than a traditional funeral.
In most cases, yes. If arrangements have only just begun and no services have been performed, we can often coordinate a transfer into our care. Call us and we'll review the situation, explain your options, and handle the arrangements between providers.
No. Support doesn't end when the ashes arrive, and grief doesn't run on a schedule. We stay on for months after, helping close out the paperwork and the government death benefit (CPP in Ontario, QPP in Quebec). The loose ends only surface weeks later, and we're still there for those. If something stalls, you call the same number and reach the same team.
Not sure where to start? We'll walk you through it.
We understand this can be a difficult and confusing time. A real person will walk you through each step, tell you what you don't need, and put every cost in writing before anything proceeds.
Megan Zavitz
Funeral Director