In Canada, if you want your pet to be cared for when you’re no longer around, you need to include them in your estate plan. Here are five ways to include your pet in your estate plan...
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Tips for Canadians: Estate Planning with Your Pets in Mind

  • June 3, 2025
  • 1 minute read
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Estate Planning is Difficult: Don’t Complicate it With Surprises

  • September 22, 2024
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Recent court ruling underscores a fundamental lesson for charities involved in property or trust matters: clear, formal documentation is essential. Without a properly executed declaration of trust, even well-intentioned trust arrangements can fall short in court.
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The Case of The Property Trust: a Cautionary Tale for Charities

  • March 27, 2025
  • 1 minute read
Everything You Need To Know About Probate in Canada | While it’s not you who handles probate—rather, it’s your executor who handles it after you pass away—it’s important to understand why having a will makes probate easier.
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Everything You Need To Know About Probate in Canada

  • January 17, 2025
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It’s important to understand the distinctions between clutter, collecting, and hoarding, especially when caring for someone whose living space is becoming problematic. Educate yourself and prioritize safety...
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Understanding Clutter, Collections, and Hoarding: A Caregiver’s Guide

  • March 5, 2025
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Discretionary trusts can be an effective way to provide for beneficiaries without granting them fixed entitlements. However, these structures can create uncertainty for beneficiaries... Understanding the legal framework is critical for both sides.
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Ontario Guide to Discretionary Trusts and Beneficiary Rights

  • May 21, 2026
  • 1 minute read
No Will? No Estate Plan? You Are Not Alone!
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No Will? No Estate Plan? You Are Not Alone!

Few legal disputes are as personal and emotional as challenging a will. Whether you are considering contesting a will or defending against a challenge, you should know what to expect...
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Contesting a Will in Ontario: How it Works & What to Expect

Comparing DIY Estate Planning Software: Features & Costs | With so many options available, choosing the right DIY Estate Planning Software can feel like navigating a labyrinth...
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Comparing DIY Estate Planning Software: Features & Costs

While a trust can be an effective way to manage and transfer ownership of the family cottage, it requires careful planning to get it right.
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Trust Planning for The Family Cottage: Key Considerations

Confused about the terms “mirror Wills” and “mutual Wills”? They are very different concepts... This article aims to explain the basic difference between them as well as the pros and cons of each.
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Mirror Wills vs Mutual Wills: What is The Difference?

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