Our current Monument Regulations are under review as monument makers are adding colors and images.
We are also concerned about what is permitted/ appropriate to be written on the monument as we have had issues in the past.

We are looking to see if anyone has an updated policy.

Our monument regulations currently, clearly limit the color of the stone. The regulations are vague when it comes to the color of the engraving. Traditionally, only black, white, grey or gold engraving was permitted. There were a few exceptions where other colors including pink and red were permitted for children.
Recently, a monument was installed with turquoise engraving, and it was flagged by our team. The family’s feeling is that this was the deceased’s favorite color, and that is what they wanted.
When we approved the monument permit, the color of the engraving was not indicated. T

Current Regulations:
1. No one piece monuments will be allowed.
2. No monuments with glued on sections will be allowed.
3. Colors permitted: grey, black or brown. If there is concern over shading of these colours, it is the responsibility of the monument provider to verify with the office prior to approval.
4. No base stone that is polished all around is permissible.
5. No memorial candle holders are permitted to be permanently secured to either the monument or base on any facing or side.
6. No photographs or images of any type can be placed on any part of the monument or base.
7. No cement or granite ledgers are permissible.
8. No double footsones will be allowed.
9. No monument can be erected if there is no foundation in place.
10. Monument deliveries must be no later than two weeks prior to a scheduled unveiling.
11. No work or deliveries of any kind on Friday or Sunday.
12. No monument installations will be allowed without an approved permit document.
13. The permit must be submitted to the cemetery office for approval prior to installation.
14. The permit must detail all of the above information, size, colour, etc…
15. Please call the cemetery office for a confirmation number.
16. Any supplier who delivers monuments on behalf the monument makers must have been approved by the cemetery and must have provided proof of insurance

Thank you for your Input
Jonathan Wise
Baron de Hirsch – Back River Cemeteries Inc Montreal