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Order a death certificate in Alberta

Death certificates are issued through Alberta Vital Statistics via registry agents. Most estate tasks require one or more certified copies.

Who usually needs this

  • Executor
  • Next of kin
  • Funeral director (initial registration)

When to review

Immediate

Documents commonly needed

  • Government ID
  • Deceased’s details
  • Eligibility as an authorized applicant

Life Steward does not collect or store these documents.

Common issues

  • Order several copies: banks, land titles, and insurers often want originals.
  • Only certain people are eligible to order a certificate.

Official sources

Last reviewed 2026-07-10

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