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This document will help you understand who you need to notify, what documentation you need, and what services and benefits may be available to you. Please note this is PDF.

The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) death benefit is a one-time, lump-sum payment to the estate on behalf of a deceased CPP contributor.

The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) survivor's pension is paid to the person who, at the time of death, is the legal spouse or common-law partner of the deceased contributor.

The Medical Services Plan (MSP) insures medically-required services provided by physicians and supplementary health care practitioners, and diagnostic procedures.

The Last Post Fund’s mission is to ensure that no Veteran is denied a dignified funeral and burial, as well as a military gravestone, due to insufficient funds at time of death.

The Public Guardian & Trustee (PGT) provides a range of services to adults who may need help managing their affairs as well as to their families, legal representatives, the courts and the general public.