Follow the steps to complete your application successfully.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Canada DS12960 and start completing the application online.
2. Review Section 1 to select the funeral benefit you are requesting. Ensure you understand the types of funeral expenses covered under the program.
3. In Section 2, provide your personal information, including your name, date of birth, contact information, mailing address, and your relationship to the deceased individual.
4. Complete Section 3 by providing details about the deceased individual, including their name, date of birth, social insurance number, date of death, and place of death.
5. Fill out Section 4 to indicate any other available resources that may contribute to funeral costs, such as prepaid funerals or potential benefits from other programs.
6. In Section 5, state whether you are requesting reimbursement for funeral or transportation expenses incurred within the past six months. Include explanations and necessary documentation.
7. Complete Section 6, indicating how you wish to have payments directed, whether to service providers or directly to yourself as the applicant.
8. If applicable, provide consent for personal information disclosure in Section 7. This is optional but may help in processing your application.
9. Review the declaration in Section 8, confirming that you have provided accurate information. Sign and date the application in Section 9.
10. Before submission, ensure you have attached required documentation listed in the checklist, then save, download, print, or email your completed form as necessary.

Complete your Canada DS12960 application online today to access funeral benefits.