This list brings together the organizations, services and businesses that often need to be notified after a death in Québec, along with the reason why. It is not exhaustive: add anything specific to your loved one's situation.
To stop payments being issued, avoid amounts that would need to be repaid, return cards, and check what benefits the family may be entitled to.
To report the death, stop pre-authorized payments, and find out the process for accounts, investments and loans.
Because a policy may provide for a payment to a beneficiary, and because some insurance must be updated quickly, such as home insurance on a now-vacant dwelling.
For the final pay, accumulated vacation, group insurance, and pensions provided for a surviving spouse or children.
To avoid bills continuing to pile up and to transfer or cancel contracts held in the deceased person's name.
Because a lease and a mortgage do not automatically end with the death: specific rules govern their transfer or termination.
To obtain documents held in your name and to be guided through decisions that carry your responsibility.
To stop recurring charges and close or memorialize online accounts, each of which has its own procedure.
Most organizations ask for proof of death and, sometimes, proof of your capacity to act. For each organization, note the date of your call, the person's name and the file number: this saves you from starting over. The guide to the documents to prepare indicates what is generally requested, and the guide to the first steps reminds you what is actually urgent.
PASSARA creates a personalized checklist of organizations to contact based on your situation and tracks your progress.
Get a personalized path with PASSARAContent last checked: September 19, 2026. Official information can change: always consult the official sources linked on this page.
PASSARA provides general information and does not replace the advice of a notary, lawyer, tax specialist or other qualified professional.
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