Funeral expenses · Quebec 2026
Funeral Expenses Insurance in Quebec 2026
A lump sum capital of $5,000 to $25,000 paid to the beneficiary of your choice upon your death. Simple to take out, useful for relieving your loved ones — but with some limitations to understand. Compare offers via Assur360’s AMF-certified partner firms and brokers .
At a glance
A financial boost for your loved ones
Funeral expense insurance — sometimes called funeral insurance — is a low-value life insurance policy designed to cover the costs related to a death: ceremony, burial or cremation, urn, monument, announcement, reception.
The capital, usually between $5,000 and $25,000, is paid to the beneficiary of your choice (spouse, children, executor) who uses it freely. No direct payment to the funeral home — the family manages the funds received.
$5–25K
Typical lump sum capital
24–72 hrs
Typical payment after death
40–85 years
Current Age of Admission
3 min
Online Comparator
How does funeral expense insurance work?
You choose the amount of capital
Between $5,000 and $25,000 depending on your needs. A full funeral service costs an average of $7,000 to $12,000 in Quebec in 2026 (Corporation des thanatologues du Québec).
You designate the beneficiary
Spouse, child, executor, other trusted person. The beneficiary may be different from your legal heir.
You pay a premium for life
Premium generally fixed for the duration of the contract (lifetime or for X years depending on the formula). Payable monthly or annually.
The capital is paid out quickly after death
Within 24 to 72 business hours after receipt of the death certificate, usually tax-free. The recipient uses the funds as they see fit.
⚠️ Attention à l’inflation
Le capital ne suit pas l’inflation
Un capital de 10 000 $ souscrit à 55 ans peut valoir l’équivalent de 5 000 à 6 000 $ en pouvoir d’achat 25 ans plus tard, avec une inflation moyenne de 2 à 3 %/an. Choisissez votre montant en tenant compte de cette érosion, ou considérez une assurance vie entière dont la valeur peut croître au fil du temps.
How much does funeral expense insurance cost in 2026?
The premium depends mainly on your age at the time of subscription, the capital chosen, your state of health and your smoking or non-smoking status. The ranges below are indicative of 2026 for a healthy non-smoker.
| Age at subscription | Principal $10,000 | Principal $15,000 | Principal $25,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50–55 years $ | 20–35/month | $28–50/month | $45–80/month |
| 55–65 years $ | 30–55/month | $45–80/month | $70–130/month |
| 65–75 years $ | 55–95/month | $80–140/month | $130–240/month |
| 75-85 years $ | 100–170/month | $150–260/month | $250–430/month |
*2026 indicative ranges for a healthy non-smoker. The exact premium depends on the profile, the formula and the insurer.
Funeral Expense Insurance vs. Funeral Pre-Arrangements
Two different products, often confused. Here are the main distinctions:
Funeral Expense Insurance (Insurance Policy)
- Capital paid to the beneficiary (person of their choice)
- The beneficiary uses the money freely
- You do not choose funeral services in advance
- Portable: remains valid if you move, change living room
- Regulated by the Chambre de l’assurance and the AMF
Funeral pre-arrangements (contract with a funeral home)
- Contract signed with a specific funeral home
- You now choose the services (coffin, urn, service, etc.)
- The money is paid in trust at the salon
- Less portable: linked to the signatory lounge
- Regulated under the Act respecting prearranged funeral services (Quebec)
When is it relevant to subscribe?
✅ Souvent pertinent quand
- Vous n’avez pas d’autre assurance vie
- Vous voulez épargner vos proches d’un stress financier immédiat
- Vous êtes admissible malgré des conditions médicales (garanties émises sans examen médical)
- Vous voulez un produit simple, prime fixe, versement rapide
⚠️ À reconsidérer si
- Vous avez déjà une assurance vie couvrant vos frais finaux
- Vous êtes jeune (moins de 50 ans) et en bonne santé — une assurance vie entière a souvent un meilleur rendement
- Vous voulez planifier les détails précis de vos obsèques (préférez le pré-arrangement)
- Le montant à protéger est important (100 K$+) — une police vie standard est plus adaptée
Frequently asked questions
Why Compare with Assur360
A comparator backed by an AMF-certified firm
3 minutes flat
Protect your loved ones from financial stress
Personalized quote by a broker from an AMF-certified partner firm, usually called back within 24 business hours. No strings attached.