| 1. Pronouncement of Death | Done by a doctor, hospital, or coroner. Autopsy may be required in certain cases. | Same as USA – doctor, hospital, or coroner issues the pronouncement. |
| 2. Death Certificate | Issued by State Vital Records Office. Funeral director can often file paperwork. | Issued by Provincial/Territorial Vital Statistics Agency. |
| Processing Time | 3–10 business days (varies by state). | 5–15 business days (varies by province). |
| Cost (per copy) | USD $10–$25 | CAD $15–$30 |
| Official Links | CDC – Where to Write for Vital Records | Canada – Vital Statistics Offices |
| 3. Funeral Arrangements | Burial or cremation per state laws; Funeral contract required. | Burial or cremation per provincial laws; Written contract required. |
| Average Cost | USD $7,000–$12,000 (traditional burial), USD $2,000–$5,000 (cremation) | CAD $6,000–$10,000 (traditional burial), CAD $1,500–$4,000 (cremation) |
| 4. Notify Authorities | Social Security Administration, IRS, State Tax Office. | Service Canada (cancel SIN & benefits), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). |
| Official Links | SSA – Report a Death | Service Canada – What to do following a death |
| 5. Accounts & Contracts | Close bank accounts, cancel subscriptions, transfer utilities. | Same as USA – banks, utilities, subscriptions. |
| 6. Estate & Probate | Probate court if estate includes significant assets; varies by state. | Probate court or equivalent; varies by province. |
| 7. Death Abroad & Repatriation | Contact French Consulate/Embassy for assistance. | Same process – consulate involvement for French citizens/residents. |
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