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Funeral and burial help for a Veteran who died (Veterans Affairs Canada and the Last Post Fund)
Funeral and burial help for a Veteran who died (Veterans Affairs Canada and the Last Post Fund) is a program run by Veterans Affairs Canada for families of a deceased Veteran who met the service, health or means rules. Checked on the official page on October 17, 2026.
You likely qualify if: Deceased Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces; Or an Allied Veteran of the Second World War or Korean War; Veteran lived in Canada at least 10 years.
We last read this on October 17, 2026. That was a while ago, so please check their own website before you rely on it, and tell us below if something changed.
Help with funeral and burial costs for a Veteran who has died. The current maximum rate payable toward funeral home costs is $7376 + tax. You must apply within one year of the Veteran's death.
Who qualifies
Families of a deceased Veteran who met the service, health or means rules.
You likely qualify if:
Deceased Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces
Or an Allied Veteran of the Second World War or Korean War
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