Vital Statistics - Death Certificates

Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Justice and Public Safety - AKA: JPS
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Service Description

Issues death certificates for individuals who die in PEI. Certificates are official documents and are needed to settle the affairs of the deceased person.

Cause of death will not be included on certificate until 50 years after the death occurs except under specific circumstances explained in the Vital Statistics Act.

Information

Eligibility:
Anyone can apply for a death certificate but must be able to provide the following information about the deceased:
-Full legal name of the deceased
-Male or Female
-Full date of birth
-Age at death
-Home residence address prior to death
-Marital status
-Date of death
-Place of death (City/town)
Fees:
Yes
How to Access:
Fill out the "Application for Prince Edward Marriage and Death Records" form * Available online to download or complete online form
Documents Required:
Documents are required if applying to have cause of death released * Contact by phone or email for information
Language:
English
Website:
www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/service/apply-death-certificate
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

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