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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Overview
The County of Wellington may pay funeral expenses for eligible deceased residents who cannot cover basic funeral, burial, or cremation costs. Assistance supports approved funeral arrangements and related services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Hamilton
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Funeral assistance application
- Information about the deceased’s assets and finances
- Information for the next of kin or applicant
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Next of kin
- Family member
- Trustee or power of attorney
- Other responsible individual
Eligible expenses
- Basic funeral expenses
- Burial costs
- Cremation costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Funeral expenses paid before approval
- Additional payments to upgrade approved services
Eligible geographic areas
- Guelph
- Wellington County
Processing and Agreement
- Social Services reviews the application for financial need.
- The applicant is notified if assistance is approved.
- Approved services must follow the authorized items and rates.
- Providers are paid directly by Social Services.
Additional information
- Applications must be made before arranging services.
- Social Services pays providers directly if approved.
- Extra payments to upgrade approved services are not permitted.
- Applications can be completed with staff support.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Funerals, Burials & Cremations Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Funerals, Burials & Cremations. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Funerals, Burials & Cremations?
The County of Wellington may pay funeral expenses for eligible deceased residents who cannot cover basic funeral, burial, or cremation costs. Assistance supports approved funeral arrangements and related services.
Who is eligible for the Funerals, Burials & Cremations program?
To be eligible for the Funerals, Burials & Cremations program, you must:
Deceased resident of Guelph or Wellington County
Insufficient estate funds
Financial need based on assets
Who can I contact for more information about the Funerals, Burials & Cremations?
You can contact City of Hamilton by email at support@hamilton.ca or by phone at 905-546-2590.
Where is the Funerals, Burials & Cremations available?
The Funerals, Burials & Cremations program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Funerals, Burials & Cremations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Funerals, Burials & Cremations is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Funerals, Burials & Cremations?
Funerals, Burials & Cremations is funded by City of Hamilton