Registration of Deaths

It is the responsibility of the spouse, next of kin, or person who has full knowledge of the facts surrounding the person who has passed away to complete a Registration of Death form. This form is usually completed at the funeral home when the funeral arrangements are being made. The funeral home will ensure the original documents are sent to Vital Statistics.

The Registration of Death form becomes a permanent legal record of the death event. It is very important that it be completed fully and accurately. The information recorded on the Registration of Death is used to produce death certificates, when ordered. 

Once a death is registered, corrections or amendments may only be made with appropriate documentation and statutory declarations. If an amendment is requested within 90 days from the date of event (birth, marriage, death), there is no fee. Fees may be applicable on amendments requested after the 90 days.