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When a loved one dies, it often catches us off guard, even if it was expected. During this difficult time, we deal with our grief along with some responsibilities. | When a loved one dies, it often catches us off guard, even if it was expected. During this difficult time, we deal with our grief along with some responsibilities. | ||
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===How can you get information about the cause of death?=== | ===How can you get information about the cause of death?=== | ||
The medical certificate of death contains information about the cause of death. The death certificate does not contain this information. For a certified copy of the death registration - which includes the medical certificate of death - you can apply to the BC Vital Statistics Agency. There is a $50 fee. If less than 20 years have passed since the date of death, only immediate family members and selected others can apply for this document. | The medical certificate of death contains information about the cause of death. The death certificate does not contain this information. For a certified copy of the death registration - which includes the medical certificate of death - you can apply to the BC Vital Statistics Agency. There is a $50 fee. If less than 20 years have passed since the date of death, only immediate family members and selected others can apply for this document. | ||
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