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 As the executor it is your responsibility to protect the assets of the deceased. You should make sure the assets are safe and properly insured. For example:
-* Search for cash, jewelry, securities, and other valuables. Arrange for their safekeeping.
+* If the deceased's home is not occupied, make sure the home is secured, appliances turned off, and any pets are looked after. If the home is to remain vacant, tell the police.
-* Lock up the deceased’s residence, if it is not occupied. If it is vacant and not being supervised, tell the police.
+* Make sure any vehicle owned by the deceased is locked in a safe place.
+* Safeguard any wallet, purse or briefcase owned by the deceased.
+* Secure the deceased’s key pieces of identification, such as their social insurance card, medical card, driver’s licence, and passport.
+* Search for credit cards, cash, jewelry, securities, and other valuables, and arrange for their safekeeping.
 * Check on the insurance of the home and any vehicles. Check the expiry dates of the insurance. If the deceased lived alone, check the vacancy provisions to ensure that the coverage continues (most home insurance is cancelled automatically if the home is vacant for more than 30 days).