Published on The Globe & Mail
By Laurie Fox on April 29th, 2021
Many of us put off estate planning, including writing a will, thinking that it can wait. After all, who wants to contemplate their mortality? However, taking a proactive approach to planning your estate ensures that not only are you and your loved ones on the same page, but that your wishes are honoured and you get what you want.
Families make a lot of important decisions together: where to live, changes in careers, choice of schools and causes to support. How you handle your estate couldn’t be more important, and it needs to be a priority – no matter how uncomfortable you think the conversation may be.
The truth is, discussing your will doesn’t have to be depressing or uncomfortable. Making a plan together can be motivating.
One way to get started is to talk about leaving a gift to a charity or a cause that you care about. Making a decision like this can be a celebration of who you are, the values you hold and the life you lead. You may even inspire additional actions among those you know and love, resulting in a significant impact in your community or the world around you.
Laurie Fox, Campaign Director, Will Power
Imagine the kind of change you’d like to see in the world and how you want to be a part of making it happen. Discuss the charities that you have always admired and research the best fit. You might even consider establishing a fund for your family that gets your children and grandchildren involved.
Will Power is a national public education campaign designed to inspire Canadians to think differently about charitable giving and empower them to create positive change through their wills.
