Death Benefits Available in Quebec
Financial Support for Grieving Families
Last Post Fund
Funeral and Burial Program for Canadian Veterans
The Funeral and Burial Program administered by Veterans Affairs Canada and delivered by the Last Post Fund ensures that eligible Canadian Veterans receive dignified funeral and burial services.
The maximum reimbursable amount paid to the funeral home for eligible expenses—such as professional services, a casket, or an urn—is $7,376 CAD plus applicable taxes. In addition to this amount, other costs such as burial or niche placement, cremation, and associated expenses may also be covered, within set limits.
The maximum reimbursable amount paid to the funeral home for eligible expenses—such as professional services, a casket, or an urn—is $7,376 CAD plus applicable taxes. In addition to this amount, other costs such as burial or niche placement, cremation, and associated expenses may also be covered, within set limits.
Who Qualifies for Assistance?
- Eligibility is based on both the Veteran’s military service history and their financial situation at the time of death.
There are two ways to access this assistance: - Through the Last Post Fund (Before Arrangements)If the Last Post Fund is contacted before funeral arrangements are made, and eligibility is confirmed, they will work directly with the funeral home to cover the costs, based on the Veterans Burial Regulations.
- Through the Veteran’s Estate (After Arrangements)If the Veteran’s family or estate has already made the arrangements, they may submit a reimbursement request to the Last Post Fund within one year of the funeral. The reimbursement will respect the maximum amounts outlined in the Veterans Burial Regulations.
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