Alberta Government – Solicitor General Programs for Victims of Crime

You may be eligible for the Financial Death Benefit for funeral costs if your loved one died as the result of a violent crime within the Province of Alberta.  You do not have to live in Alberta to be eligible.

Please note that a criminal record and actions by your loved one that may have contributed to their death must also be considered when approving this benefit - as per the Alberta legislation - the program has no discretion.  For detailed information about the eligibility criteria and an application form, please go to: https://www.alberta.ca/help-for-victims-of-crime.aspx#toc-4

We encourage you to review the information carefully as program changes are underway and will be regularly updated.