Since most farmers are, on average, 56 years of age, many family farms are expected to transition within the next decade. Farm succession requires an approach that considers the tax implications, the farming operations and the family’s wishes. 14 Oct

The Time to Discuss The Future of The Family Farm is Now!

The Guinness family’s story shows that inheritance without structure can lead to division... When assets, wishes, and responsibilities are clearly defined, you’re not just protecting your property—you’re protecting your family’s relationships and legacy. 14 Oct

Inheritance Conflict & Division: Lessons from The Guinness Family

While Canada’s tax system doesn’t impose a traditional inheritance tax, estate taxes through capital gains, final income returns, and probate fees can still shrink inheritances dramatically. By leveraging these strategies, you can pass down more of your hard-earned wealth. 09 Oct

Tax-Smart Inheritance Strategies for Canadians

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... 08 Oct

Contesting a Will in Ontario: How it Works & What to Expect

The backlash against AI-generated 'resurrections' of deceased celebrities underscores the urgent need for a robust ethical and legal framework to govern the use of digital likenesses, particularly after an individual's passing. 08 Oct

Backlash Against AI ‘Resurrections’ of Deceased Celebrities

Survivor's guilt stems from a profound sense of injustice. You may be left wondering "why not me?" and feeling responsible or inadequate. It is important to validate your grief by acknowledging these intense emotions without judgment. 08 Oct

Understanding Survivor’s Guilt: Outliving Your Adult Child

The McCain Foods succession dispute was a bitter, multi-year feud between brothers Harrison and Wallace McCain, co-founders of the french fry giant, that began in the early 1990s.  07 Oct

McCain Foods Succession Dispute: Brother vs Brother

Thirty paintings created by the bushy-haired, soft-spoken Bob Ross will soon be up for auction to defray the costs of programming for small and rural public television stations suffering under cuts in federal funding. 07 Oct

Bob Ross Paintings to be Auctioned to Support Public TV Stations

Talking about money is never easy, especially when it involves inheritance, and in many wealthy families, conversations about who gets what, when, and why can feel uncomfortable. Learn how to have constructive talks regarding wealth, values, legacy. 06 Oct

Family Wealth Conversations: Strategies That Work

A spousal trust can be very beneficial for your family’s financial future. But the execution of such a trust requires careful consideration and planning as trustees must balance the current needs of the surviving spouse with the future inheritance of the heirs. 06 Oct

Spousal Trusts: Selecting the Right Trustee

Being an executor is an important job and frankly, some people are going to be better at it than others. Avoid making a big mistake by heeding this advice from Patrick O’Brien, CEO and co-founder of Executor.org 03 Oct

Warning Signs That You’re Choosing The Wrong Executor

It is crucial for individuals to fully understand the significant implications and constraints of mutual wills before committing to them. 02 Oct

Mutual Wills: Know The Risks Before You Commit!