What to do in the event of death | Gouvernement du Québec

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Checklist of steps for the close relatives or friends and the liquidator

Consult the steps that the deceased's close relatives or friends and the liquidator of the succession must take. They are presented in order of priority.

Priority steps to take following a death

There are several steps that should be taken quickly after a person's death.

Liquidate a succession

The liquidator must take various steps to liquidate the succession of the deceased, such as making an inventory of the deceased's assets and dividing up the family patrimony.

Claiming an amount following a death

A death can result in expenses that are partially reimbursable. Survivors, such as spouses, children or heirs, can claim certain amounts.

Terminating services and adjusting benefits

The liquidator or close family or friends must adjust the benefits the deceased was receiving and terminate the services they were using, such as cancelling permits and licences.

Buying funeral arrangements

If your deceased close relative or friend did not purchase funeral arrangements prior to their death, you must make arrangements through a licensed vendor.

Last update: June 20, 2023