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Montreal Gazette
22-05-2025
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- Montreal Gazette
Funeral for Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien to be held May 31 in Montreal
The funeral for Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien, the Montreal entrepreneur and philanthropist who helped organize Expo 67, will be held on Saturday, May 31 at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral in Montreal. De Gaspé Beaubien died on April 9. He was 97. The ceremony, set to begin at 10 a.m. and presided over by Archbishop Christian Lépine, will be open to the public. Guests are asked to arrive from 9 a.m., with seating available upon advance registration. Tributes will be delivered by members of his family, and a recorded message from de Gaspé Beaubien himself will also be shared. The ceremony will feature musical performances from soprano Sarah Dufresne, tenor Éric Thériault, a string quartet, and 16 choristers. The program includes works by Fauré, Bach, Franck, Mozart, and Schubert, as well as selections of 'Parlez-moi d'amour' and 'Perhaps Love.' A prominent figure in Canadian public life for decades, de Gaspé Beaubien played a key role in Expo 67 and went on to champion environmental causes, notably through AquaAction, a charity focused on freshwater protection. Donations in his memory can be made to the organization.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Funeral of Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien To Be Held Saturday, May 31, at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral - The Ceremony Will Be Open to the Public
MONTREAL, May 20, 2025 /CNW/ - The family of Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien — beloved family man, entrepreneur, and philanthropist — announces that his funeral will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral, in a ceremony presided over by Archbishop Christian Lépine of Montreal. All those who wish to honour the life and legacy of Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien are warmly invited to attend this heartfelt tribute. Due to limited seating, advance registration is required through Eventbrite. A confirmation #email will follow. Guests are asked to arrive beginning at 9:00 a.m. A commemorative program will be distributed at the entrance. During the ceremony, attendees will hear tributes from his children, grandchildren, and view a recorded message from Philippe II himself. The musical direction will be led by Alain Duguay, with Jean-Sébastien Allaire conducting and performances by organist Jean-Michel Grondin, a string quartet, 16 choristers, and soloists Sarah Dufresne (soprano) and Éric Thériault (tenor). Pianist Jerome de los Santos will accompany several of the selections. The program will include: "Pie Jesu" (G. Fauré's Requiem), "Sanctus" (J.S. Bach), "Panis Angelicus" (C. Franck), "Lacrimosa" (W.A. Mozart's Requiem), and Schubert's "Ave Maria". Two additional songs will be performed: "Parlez-moi d'amour" by Sarah Dufresne and "Perhaps Love" by Éric Thériault. For over 50 years, Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien helped shape the cultural and economic fabric of Montreal, Quebec, and Canada. As Director of Operations for Expo 67, Montreal's World Fair, he played a visionary role in one of the most celebrated international events of the 20th century. To learn more about his legacy: In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations in his memory to AquaAction, a charitable organization he championed, devoted to protecting freshwater — a cause close to his heart. To share a message or memory, please visit the online tribute book: Media representatives - will be able to attend the ceremony if they have pre-registered by sending their identification details to (media@ Video and still photography will not be permitted inside the cathedral during the ceremony, but photos will be available to journalists on the Foundation's website from the afternoon of May 31. Seating will be reserved for the media. About the de Gaspé Beaubien Foundation Founded in 1990 by Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien and his wife Nan-b, the de Gaspé Beaubien Foundation is dedicated to sharing time, resources, and knowledge with the community. Its mission is to support innovation for the common good, with a primary focus on funding lasting solutions to the freshwater crisis in North America. Now engaging three generations, the Foundation remains deeply committed to protecting the planet, ecosystems, and future generations through collective action. SOURCE de Gaspé Beaubien Foundation View original content: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Cision Canada
20-05-2025
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- Cision Canada
Funeral of Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien To Be Held Saturday, May 31, at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral - The Ceremony Will Be Open to the Public
MONTREAL, May 20, 2025 /CNW/ - The family of Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien — beloved family man, entrepreneur, and philanthropist — announces that his funeral will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Mary Queen of the World Cathedral, in a ceremony presided over by Archbishop Christian Lépine of Montreal. All those who wish to honour the life and legacy of Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien are warmly invited to attend this heartfelt tribute. Due to limited seating, advance registration is required through Eventbrite. A confirmation #email will follow. Guests are asked to arrive beginning at 9:00 a.m. A commemorative program will be distributed at the entrance. During the ceremony, attendees will hear tributes from his children, grandchildren, and view a recorded message from Philippe II himself. The musical direction will be led by Alain Duguay, with Jean-Sébastien Allaire conducting and performances by organist Jean-Michel Grondin, a string quartet, 16 choristers, and soloists Sarah Dufresne (soprano) and Éric Thériault (tenor). Pianist Jerome de los Santos will accompany several of the selections. The program will include: "Pie Jesu" (G. Fauré's Requiem), "Sanctus" (J.S. Bach), "Panis Angelicus" (C. Franck), "Lacrimosa" (W.A. Mozart's Requiem), and Schubert's "Ave Maria". Two additional songs will be performed: "Parlez-moi d'amour" by Sarah Dufresne and "Perhaps Love" by Éric Thériault. For over 50 years, Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien helped shape the cultural and economic fabric of Montreal, Quebec, and Canada. As Director of Operations for Expo 67, Montreal's World Fair, he played a visionary role in one of the most celebrated international events of the 20th century. To learn more about his legacy: In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations in his memory to AquaAction, a charitable organization he championed, devoted to protecting freshwater — a cause close to his heart. To share a message or memory, please visit the online tribute book: Media representatives - will be able to attend the ceremony if they have pre-registered by sending their identification details to ([email protected]). Video and still photography will not be permitted inside the cathedral during the ceremony, but photos will be available to journalists on the Foundation's website from the afternoon of May 31. Seating will be reserved for the media. About the de Gaspé Beaubien Foundation Founded in 1990 by Philippe II de Gaspé Beaubien and his wife Nan-b, the de Gaspé Beaubien Foundation is dedicated to sharing time, resources, and knowledge with the community. Its mission is to support innovation for the common good, with a primary focus on funding lasting solutions to the freshwater crisis in North America. Now engaging three generations, the Foundation remains deeply committed to protecting the planet, ecosystems, and future generations through collective action.
