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Canadian Family Awaits Answers After Receiving Wrong Body from Cuba

The Jarjour family in Montreal struggles to locate Faraj Jarjour's remains following a mix-up in repatriation, with multiple agencies involved.

  • Faraj Jarjour died of a heart attack in Cuba on March 22, but his family received a different body in Canada.
  • The family has been in contact with Canadian consular services and Cuban authorities, seeking clarity and the return of their father's remains.
  • A Russian man's body was mistakenly sent to Montreal, highlighting issues with the repatriation process handled by Cuban agency Asistur.
  • The family has incurred significant expenses, including $10,000 for repatriation and $15,000 for funeral services that have been delayed.
  • Global Affairs Canada and other officials are engaged, but the family still awaits definitive answers about Faraj Jarjour's whereabouts.
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