There are many death notifications that need to be done, and often various death benefits which the survivors may be entitled to.

          For many years, at Everest of Thunder Bay, we have automatically notified various departments of the government, including the Office of the registrar general, Income Securities (CPP and OAS), GST, Department of Veterans' Affairs, Indian Affairs, etc... as required.  Our policy has been: when in doubt, notify them.

          We have also provided families with the necessary application forms for the Canadan Pension Plan death and survivors' benefits, long before funeral homes were expected to do so (we had to fight with the government to provide us with the application forms).  We have also provided families with assistance and guidance in completing these application forms and others for life insurance, etc...

           It has been our practice, never to intrude on a family's privacy, but to be willing to provide them with practical help and guidance throughout the days and weeks following the death.  One of the quiet ways we do this, is by providing each of our client families a book entitled: "What Next? - A Comprehensive Guide for Beareaved Families - Before, During & After The Funeral".  This booklet was originally written and published by a funeral director, as an aid for his families.  It covers the time between the death and services (before); the services themselves (during); and most importantly, the time after the services.  it covers everything from CPP applications to cancelling Ontario Drivers' Licenses and Health Cards, and transferring ownership of vehicles.  Families continually inform us just how helpful this booklet is.

          If you have any questions, or if we can be of any assistance, please do not hesitate to call us, at 344-1121, or 473-1121.

  - John-Bryan Gardiner, Vice-President, Managing Partner.

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