City of Hamilton, Healthy and Safe Communities Department, Social Services Division
Financial Assistance for Funeral, Burial, and Cremation
- Description
Provides financial assistance on behalf of deceased Hamilton residents who do not have sufficient funds in their estate to fully cover the cost of a basic funeral, burial, and/or cremation.
Next of kin, any relative, or bona fide friend can contact the Special Supports program immediately following a death. If the deceased has no family or friends, arrangements can be made by a professional associated with the person.
- Eligibility
- Eligibility for assistance is based on the deceased's assets. If the deceased was not single, the family unit's assets will be considered. Parental/guardian assets are considered for minor children. Contact for more details.
- Application Process
- Contact to book an appointment. Required information: Next of kin, relative, or bona fide friend: full name, address, phone number, date of birth, social insurance number Deceased person: full name, address, date of birth, social insurance number, marital status, assets, life insurance/prepaid funeral, source of income, sponsorship arrangements (if applicable), date and place of death
- Documents Required
- Outlined in application
- Office
- 905-546-2590
- Web Site
- https://www.hamilton.ca/people-programs/financial-employment-support/support-programs/funerals-burials-cremations
- [email protected]
- Languages
- English
- Fees
- None
- Agency Information
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- Last Updated On
- January 22, 2026
- Last Verified On
- January 22, 2026
- Address
- 1550 Upper James St
Hamilton, ON, L9B 2L6Hamilton Mountain office of the Ontario provincial support program Ontario Works. This location offers counter service and application services.
Open in Google Maps - Hours of Operation
- Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pmMon8:30 am to 4:30 pmTue8:30 am to 4:30 pmWed8:30 am to 4:30 pmThu8:30 am to 4:30 pmFri8:30 am to 4:30 pm
