Death Benefit

Benefits for Survivors (of Disability Award recipients)

Death Benefit / Disability Award

If a Canadian Armed Forces member dies as a result of a service-related injury or disease a financial benefit is paid to a spouse or common-law partner and/or dependent children. If the death occurs within 30 days of the injury, a death benefit is awarded. If the death occurs more than 30 days after the injury or disease, a Disability Award may be paid.

http://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/services/after-injury/disability-benefits/disability-award/survivor-benefits