Monsieur Dubois grants an exclusive brokerage contract to sell his duplex in Sherbrooke to broker Laura Benoit. During the term of the contract, Monsieur Dubois passes away. What is the effect of his death on the brokerage contract?

Question: Monsieur Dubois grants an exclusive brokerage contract to sell his duplex in Sherbrooke to broker Laura Benoit. During the term of the contract, Monsieur Dubois passes away. What is the effect of his death on the brokerage contract?

Answer options: ✅ The brokerage contract is automatically terminated upon the death of Monsieur Dubois.

• The brokerage contract remains in effect and transfers to Monsieur Dubois's heirs.
• Laura Benoit must renegotiate a new contract with Monsieur Dubois's estate administrator.
• The brokerage contract is paused until the estate is settled and a new representative is appointed.

Correct answer: The brokerage contract is automatically terminated upon the death of Monsieur Dubois.

Explanation: According to Article 2186 of the Civil Code of Québec, a mandate (which includes a brokerage contract) terminates by the death of the mandator (Monsieur Dubois).