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Drew Jackson: /* Locating the will */

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Locating the will

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	The will may be in the deceased’s home, in a safety deposit box, or at the office of the lawyer or notary public who drafted the will.		The will may be in the deceased’s home, in a safety deposit box, or at the office of the lawyer or notary public who drafted the will.

	To check on the location of the will, you can [~~http~~://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/life-events/death~~-and-bereavement~~/wills-registry search the Wills Registry] maintained by the Vital Statistics Agency. If the deceased filed a notice of their will with the Registry, the search will indicate the location of the original will.		To check on the location of the will, you can [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/life-events/death/wills-registry search the Wills Registry] maintained by the Vital Statistics Agency. If the deceased filed a notice of their will with the Registry, the search will indicate the location of the original will.

	===Safeguarding the deceased’s property===		===Safeguarding the deceased’s property===

Drew Jackson: /* Locating the will */

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Locating the will

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	The will may be in the deceased’s home, in a safety deposit box, or at the office of the lawyer or notary public who drafted the will.		The will may be in the deceased’s home, in a safety deposit box, or at the office of the lawyer or notary public who drafted the will.

	To check on the location of the will, you can [http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/life-events/death-and-bereavement/wills-registry search the Wills Registry] maintained by the Vital Statistics Agency. If the deceased filed a notice of their will with the ~~registry~~, the search will indicate the location of the original will.		To check on the location of the will, you can [http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/life-events/death-and-bereavement/wills-registry search the Wills Registry] maintained by the Vital Statistics Agency. If the deceased filed a notice of their will with the Registry, the search will indicate the location of the original will.

	===Safeguarding the deceased’s property===		===Safeguarding the deceased’s property===

Drew Jackson at 17:16, 22 February 2017

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	{{REVIEWEDPLS \| reviewer = [[Helen Low\|Helen Low, QC]] and [[Nicco Bautista]]\|date= ~~December 2016~~}}{{A Death in Your Family TOC}}		{{REVIEWEDPLS \| reviewer = [[Helen Low\|Helen Low, QC]] and [[Nicco Bautista]]\|date= January 2017}}{{A Death in Your Family TOC}}
	When a loved one dies, there are several things to take care of in addition to [[Making the Funeral Arrangements\|making the funeral arrangements]]. Other matters to look after include safeguarding the property the deceased left behind, notifying organizations of the death, and inquiring about survivor benefits.		When a loved one dies, there are several things to take care of in addition to [[Making the Funeral Arrangements\|making the funeral arrangements]]. Other matters to look after include safeguarding the property the deceased left behind, notifying organizations of the death, and inquiring about survivor benefits.

Drew Jackson: /* Property that passes directly on death */

2017-02-22T17:14:59Z

Property that passes directly on death

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	===Property that passes directly on death===		===Property that passes directly on death===
	Not all things owned by the deceased form part of the estate. Certain types of assets ~~“pass~~ outside the will.”		Not all things owned by the deceased form part of the estate. Certain types of assets "pass outside the will".

	For example, property owned jointly by the deceased and someone else automatically becomes the exclusive property of the other joint owner. If you had a joint bank account with the deceased, you can withdraw the whole amount from the account at any time. If you encounter difficulties, speak to the bank manager. Once you have the death certificate, you can have the account transferred to your name alone.		For example, property owned jointly by the deceased and someone else automatically becomes the exclusive property of the other joint owner. If you had a joint bank account with the deceased, you can withdraw the whole amount from the account at any time. If you encounter difficulties, speak to the bank manager. Once you have the death certificate, you can have the account transferred to your name alone.

Drew Jackson at 17:25, 27 January 2017

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	{{REVIEWEDPLS \| reviewer = [[Helen Low\|Helen Low QC]] and [[Nicco Bautista]]\|date= December 2016}}{{A Death in Your Family TOC}}		{{REVIEWEDPLS \| reviewer = [[Helen Low\|Helen Low, QC]] and [[Nicco Bautista]]\|date= December 2016}}{{A Death in Your Family TOC}}
	When a loved one dies, there are several things to take care of in addition to [[Making the Funeral Arrangements\|making the funeral arrangements]]. Other matters to look after include safeguarding the property the deceased left behind, notifying organizations of the death, and inquiring about survivor benefits.		When a loved one dies, there are several things to take care of in addition to [[Making the Funeral Arrangements\|making the funeral arrangements]]. Other matters to look after include safeguarding the property the deceased left behind, notifying organizations of the death, and inquiring about survivor benefits.

Elena Renderos at 05:36, 26 January 2017

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	* cancel any subscriptions or club memberships		* cancel any subscriptions or club memberships
	* cancel any [https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cancel-cpp.html Old Age Security or Canada Pension Plan benefits] received by the deceased		* cancel any [https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cancel-cpp.html Old Age Security or Canada Pension Plan benefits] received by the deceased
	* cancel the deceased’s passport and driver’s licence		* cancel the deceased’s passport and [http://www.icbc.com/driver-licensing/getting-licensed/Pages/cancel-retire-licence.aspx driver’s licence]

	Usually the executor or administrator of the estate will also send a [https://www.canadapost.ca/web/en/products/details.page?article=forward_your_mail_wh&ecid=display%7Cddn%7Cml%7C225 change of address to Canada Post] so that mail intended for the deceased goes to a safe location while they are dealing with the deceased’s estate.		Usually the executor or administrator of the estate will also send a [https://www.canadapost.ca/web/en/products/details.page?article=forward_your_mail_wh&ecid=display%7Cddn%7Cml%7C225 change of address to Canada Post] so that mail intended for the deceased goes to a safe location while they are dealing with the deceased’s estate.

Drew Jackson: /* Updating your own legal affairs */

2017-01-25T21:10:47Z

Updating your own legal affairs

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	If you have lost your partner, you may need financial advice or help reorganizing your banking arrangements.		If you have lost your partner, you may need financial advice or help reorganizing your banking arrangements.

	In time, you may wish to review your own will and any other personal planning arrangements such as a power of attorney, advance directive, or representation agreement. See the People’s Law School publication ''Power of Attorney'' as well as the website ~~Clicklaw at~~ [http://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/~~\| www.clicklaw.bc.ca~~].		In time, you may wish to review your own will and any other personal planning arrangements such as a power of attorney, advance directive, or representation agreement. See the People’s Law School publication ''[[Power of Attorney]]'' as well as the website [http://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/ Clicklaw].

	{{A Death in Your Family Navbox}}		{{A Death in Your Family Navbox}}

Drew Jackson: /* Seeking bereavement support */

2017-01-25T21:09:47Z

Seeking bereavement support

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	Family and friends can be a great source of comfort. Expressing your feelings with them can help you in the grieving process.		Family and friends can be a great source of comfort. Expressing your feelings with them can help you in the grieving process.

	The BC Bereavement Helpline is a free and confidential service that helps people in BC cope with grief. See the ~~“Where~~ to Get ~~Help”~~ section for contact information.		The [http://www.bcbereavementhelpline.com BC Bereavement Helpline] is a free and confidential service that helps people in BC cope with grief. See the “[[Where to Get Help for A Death in Your Family\|Where to Get Help]]” section for contact information.

	==Updating your own legal affairs==		==Updating your own legal affairs==

Drew Jackson: /* Survivor’s pensions and benefits */

2017-01-25T21:08:46Z

Survivor’s pensions and benefits

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	* '''Workers’ compensation benefits:''' If the death was the result of a work incident, benefits may be available as workers’ compensation through [https://www.worksafebc.com/en WorkSafeBC].		* '''Workers’ compensation benefits:''' If the death was the result of a work incident, benefits may be available as workers’ compensation through [https://www.worksafebc.com/en WorkSafeBC].
	* '''ICBC benefits:''' If the death was due to a car accident, benefits are available from ~~ICBC at~~ www.icbc.com. Regardless of who was responsible for the accident, certain funeral expenses and survivor benefits are payable.		* '''ICBC benefits:''' If the death was due to a car accident, benefits are available from [http://www.icbc.com ICBC]. Regardless of who was responsible for the accident, certain funeral expenses and survivor benefits are payable.
	* '''Victims of crime assistance:''' If the death was a result of a crime, assistance may be available to survivors from the Crime Victim Assistance Program. Call 1-866-660-3888 or contact cvap@gov.bc.ca.		* '''Victims of crime assistance:''' If the death was a result of a crime, assistance may be available to survivors from the [http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/criminal-justice/bcs-criminal-justice-system/if-you-are-a-victim-of-a-crime/victim-of-crime/financial-assistance-benefits Crime Victim Assistance Program]. Call 1-866-660-3888 or contact cvap@gov.bc.ca.

	==Seeking bereavement support==		==Seeking bereavement support==

Drew Jackson: /* Survivor’s pensions and benefits */

2017-01-25T21:07:20Z

Survivor’s pensions and benefits

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	* '''Canada Pension Plan (CPP) survivor’s pension:''' If the deceased contributed to the CPP, a [https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cpp-survivor-pension.html survivor’s pension] is paid to their surviving spouse or common-law partner. The survivor is responsible for applying for their monthly pension.		* '''Canada Pension Plan (CPP) survivor’s pension:''' If the deceased contributed to the CPP, a [https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cpp-survivor-pension.html survivor’s pension] is paid to their surviving spouse or common-law partner. The survivor is responsible for applying for their monthly pension.
	* '''CPP children’s benefits:''' If the deceased made sufficient contributions to the CPP, a [https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cpp-childrens-benefit.html children’s benefit] is paid to any surviving child under age 18 or between ages 18 and 25 if in full-time attendance at school. The child or their parent or guardian are responsible for applying for this monthly benefit.		* '''CPP children’s benefits:''' If the deceased made sufficient contributions to the CPP, a [https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cpp-childrens-benefit.html children’s benefit] is paid to any surviving child under age 18 or between ages 18 and 25 if in full-time attendance at school. The child or their parent or guardian are responsible for applying for this monthly benefit.
	* '''CPP death benefit:''' The CPP death benefit is a one-time, lump-sum payment paid to the estate or a survivor of a deceased CPP contributor. If an executor or administrator is involved, they should apply for the death benefit on behalf of the estate.		* '''CPP death benefit:''' The [https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/cpp-death-benefit.html CPP death benefit] is a one-time, lump-sum payment paid to the estate or a survivor of a deceased CPP contributor. If an executor or administrator is involved, they should apply for the death benefit on behalf of the estate.

	With public and private pensions, the estate or the survivor is entitled to keep any cheques issued in the month the deceased passed away.		With public and private pensions, the estate or the survivor is entitled to keep any cheques issued in the month the deceased passed away.