Niagara (Region of). Community Services Department
Service: Subsidized Funeral and Burial Expenses
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: NIA0600 | Last Modified: 10 Dec 2020 | Last Full Update: 16 Jun 2020 |
| Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | Discretionary Benefits Team 905-641-9960 ext 6026 |
| Fax | 905-984-8760 |
| Website | www.niagararegion.ca/social-services/funeral-services.aspx |
| Site Details | |
| Areas Served | Niagara Region |
| Located In Community | St Catharines |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Bunting Rd and Welland Ave |
| Service and Access Details | |
| Description (Service) | Provides financial assistance for funeral, burial and cremation services at a funeral home or place of worship, including: * Two hour visitation and service * Direct Burial * Cremation * Opening and closing costs * Purchase of a burial plot |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
| Eligibility | Eligibility ◾Niagara residents receiving Ontario Works or Ontario Disability Support Program benefits ◾Low income residents of Niagara may also be eligible for services |
| Application | To apply for financial assistance, contact the Discretionary Benefits Program at 905-641-9960 x 6026. Applicants will be contacted to book an appointment with a staff member within one business day of request. If the death occurs on the weekend, holiday, or if there are time sensitive cultural/religious requirements, please contact office immediately and leave a message to ensure an appointment is prioritized during regular business hours. Applications for financial assistance must be approved by Niagara Region prior to the finalization of funeral arrangements. Please note that if the deceased has a will, the Executor of the will is the only person who can complete the application. The following documents of the deceased person are requested in order to complete the application for funeral, burial and cremation services: * One piece of identification of the deceased and applicant such as: * Birth certificate, passport, permanent resident card, citizenship documents * Driver’s licence * Social insurance number * Health card * Will * Life insurance policy * Pre-paid funeral * Verification of current bank account(s) * Income verification * Verification of assets including RRSPs, bonds, stocks, investments etc. |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (20) Regional Government |
| Service Categories | Burial/Cremation Expense Assistance |