Windsor Death Registration – Windsor, ON

Vital Statistics and Death Registration

Office of the City Clerk

• Death Registration: The Vital Statistics division, located within the Office of the City Clerk at City Hall, is responsible for recording all deaths that occur within the City of Windsor. This is a mandatory legal process required before a burial or cremation can take place.
• Burial Permits: Once a death is registered, the office issues a burial permit. Funeral directors typically handle the submission of the ‘Statement of Death’ and ‘Medical Certificate of Death’ on behalf of the family, but the City Clerk ensures all documentation meets provincial standards under the Vital Statistics Act.
• City Hall Services: While the Office of the Registrar General in Thunder Bay handles the issuance of actual death certificates, this local office facilitates the immediate registration and municipal archiving of vital events.

Location and Access

• City Hall Complex: The office is situated on the main floor (Suite 110) of the 350 City Hall Square West building. Visitors should note that this is the ‘West’ building of the City Hall complex, distinct from the 400 City Hall Square East building which houses ServiceOntario.
• Operating Hours: The counter is open during standard City Hall administration hours. It is recommended to call 311 or the direct line for specific inquiries regarding required documentation or processing times.