Canada Pension Plan Death Benefit

The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Death Benefit provides a one-time payment to, or on behalf of, the estate of a deceased contributor.

Delivered by: Service Canada on behalf of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)

Eligibility Information

• Am I eligible?

Application Information

• How do I apply?
• What is the status of my application?
• When should I apply?

Forms

• What forms do I need to apply?

Financial Information

• How is the benefit calculated?
• How much is the benefit?
• When will I receive my payment?
• How do I make a repayment to the CPP program?

Contact Information

• How do I contact the Canada Pension Plan?

Related Information

• Where can I find information on CPP program legislation, research and reports?
• Where can I find information related to pensioners residing abroad?

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