HONOURING THEIR MEMORY
The Baron de Hirsch-Back River Cemeteries Inc. is committed to the care and upkeep of two of Montreal's oldest Jewish Cemeteries, the Baron de Hirsch Cemetery and the Back River Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
It is our promise to the Montreal Jewish community to continue to provide a dignified resting place in a setting that exudes peace and serenity.
FIND A GRAVE
Each grave can be easily found in either of our cemeteries whether in advance or once on the grounds. Click here or look for the Find a Grave signs through the cemeteries and scan the QR Code with your smartphone to assist you with directions from your exact location. We have also digitized every gravestone, so that you can visit your loved ones virtually - from anywhere.
UPCOMING BURIALS AND UNVEILINGS
Click here for the most up-to-date schedule of upcoming burials and unveilings at either the Baron de Hirsch or Back River Cemeteries.
PRESERVE OUR LEGACY
To ensure a dignified resting place for generations to come, it is our mission to provide for the perpetual care of the cemeteries. Donations ensure the needed resources for us to fulfill this promise - and includes ongoing maintenance of the grounds, gravesites and older monuments, as well as cemetery security. All donations of $18 and more are tax-receiptable.
VIDEO | THEIR HISTORY IS OUR HISTORY
Dating back as far as the late 1800s, the history of Montreal's Jewish community can be seen throughout the grounds - the final resting place of myriad people who have shaped the city. Watch our video to learn more about our shared history, our commitment and our collective responsibility.
CEMETERY AND OFFICE HOURS
Please click here for the latest updates to our hours, as times vary seasonally due to the holidays and the Sabbath. If the cemetery is closed, the office is as well.
BARON DE HIRSCH CEMETERY | 5015 De la Savane St, Montréal, Quebec H4P 1V1
BACK RIVER CEMETERY | 9660 Rue Berri, Montréal, QC H3L 2G3
CEMETERY HOURS
prior to start of Shabbat or erev holidays
OFFICE HOURS
PURCHASE FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS
The sale of gravesite floral arrangements pays tribute to loved ones, beautifies the cemeteries and assists us in the maintaining of the grounds for generations to come. We provide many options to choose from including annuals and spring bulbs. To make a floral purchase for your loved one(s), please visit our order page. The deadline for summer planting is April 30th.
