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What should I do in the event of a death?
https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/deathThe Canadian Cremation Centre takes care of all the administrative procedures, but you will find in this detailed brochure provided by the Government of Quebec everything you need to prepare yourself for the administrative procedures, appointments, and information on your rights and responsibilities following a death.
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Reporting a death to the Government of Canada
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/benefits/family/death.htmlThis link will take you to the steps required to notify the Canadian government of a death in your family. We are used to dealing with the government, so please let us help you.
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Legal advice in the event of a death
https://educaloi.qc.ca/en/capsules/important-things-to-do-when-someone-dies/The Éducaloi website offers a simple summary of everything to think about and do, in order of priority. They have also checked and validated everything that can be done according to the law (will, notary, etc.).
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Death benefits
https://www.rrq.gouv.qc.ca/en/programmes/regime_rentes/prestations_survivants/Pages/prestations_deces.aspxIn some cases, you may be able to claim a benefit from the QPP in the event of a death, to pay for part of the funeral, or to obtain a pension as a spouse or orphan.
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Wills and Estates
https://www.cnq.org/en/your-notarial-services/wills-and-successions/the-will/#faq-8637The Chambre des notaires du Québec can also help you with some of the steps you need to take in the event of a death. This FAQ page will explain the purpose of a will and what exactly an estate is.