BC Employment and Assistance (BCEA) Extra Assistance - Funeral Costs

Provided by: Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction (MSDPR)

Service Description

Provides assistance with funeral services, helping cover the cost of transportation, caskets, burial, or cremation of any person who dies in BC, if the estate of the deceased person or any responsible person has no immediate resources to meet these costs. Individuals do not need to be income or disability assistance recipients to qualify. Phone service is available from 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Phone service is available from 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday.

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