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==Survivor’s pensions and benefits== | ==Survivor’s pensions and benefits== | ||
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If the deceased contributed to a government or private pension, their spouse and dependents may be entitled to a survivor’s pension or a death benefit. For example: | If the deceased contributed to a government or private pension, their spouse and dependents may be entitled to a survivor’s pension or a death benefit. For example: | ||
* '''Canada Pension Plan (CPP) survivor’s pension:''' If the deceased contributed to the CPP, a 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 survivor’s pension is paid to their surviving spouse or common-law partner. The survivor is responsible for applying for their monthly pension. | ||