After the death of your loved one, you are often left with the responsibilities that may seem insurmountable. Putting these tasks off can often delay benefits to a surviving spouse or child. In order to help your family complete these tasks in a timely manner, Cremation Society will:
- Complete the application for Canada Pension Plan lump sum Death Benefit.
- Complete the application for Canada Pension Plan monthly Survivor’s Pension.
- Complete the application for Canada Pension Plan monthly Children’s Benefit.
- Obtain and complete life insurance claimant forms.
- Obtain and complete employer health, life insurance and pension forms.
- Give notification and supply Certificates of Death to any bank, trust company, union, etc.
- Deliver all completed forms to their required locations.
- Complete any other services you may require.
We also will provide you with an Estate Benefit Portfolio which aids in keeping your tasks, information and papers organized. This Portfolio also contains helpful information that you may need after the death of your loved one, such our Estate Benefit Checklist, Responsibilities of the Executor, Addition Notifications, and Bereavement and Support Services.