This article will provide a comprehensive overview of capital gains on inherited property in Canada, explain who pays the tax, explore strategies to reduce or avoid it, and answer frequently asked questions to ensure you have a clear understanding of your obligations and options. 24 Jun

How to Avoid Paying Capital Gains Tax on Inherited Property in Canada

Trusts are versatile planning vehicles that can help Canadians protect what they’ve built, plan for the future and support the people and causes they care about – regardless of their net worth. 23 Jun

Wealth Preservation: The Role of Trusts in Estate Planning

Just about anything that a client says to their lawyer is protected by solicitor-client privilege. This is a cornerstone of our legal system and a fundamental right in Canada. In practice, however, exceptions to privilege are commonplace when the client is deceased. 18 Jun

How Privileged are Estate Planning Discussions with Your Lawyer?

In Ontario, a Power of Attorney for Personal Care (POAPC) is a legal document that covers healthcare, living arrangements, and other personal needs. It's important to choose someone trustworthy and capable of understanding your wishes. 17 Jun

Power of Attorney for Personal Care (POAPC): Ontario

Ontario has changed how inheritance works for separated spouses. If you’re separated and living in Ontario, these new rules could affect who receives your estate whether or not you have a will. 17 Jun

Ontario’s Succession Law: New Rules Affect Separated Spouses 

How will your stored reproductive material be dealt with after your death? Will the material be disposed of, or does the material form part of your estate to be passed on to a selected beneficiary? 16 Jun

Reproductive Material in Estate Planning: Canada

This case underscores that when emotional ties to family cottages are not managed by clear legal drafting, even well-intentioned estate plans can result in litigation. 16 Jun

Ontario Court Ruling: Sibling Dispute Over The Family Cottage

By ensuring that your intentions are documented, accounting for all family members, and keeping the will simple, you can help your loved ones avoid legal battles and ensure your estate is handled smoothly.   12 Jun

Valuable Lessons in Clarity & Intent from Canadian Celebrity Estates

When a Will contains vague, contradictory, or incomplete instructions, it doesn’t just create paperwork headaches— it can ignite family disputes that last for years. 11 Jun

What Really Happens When Wills Aren’t Clear?

Case Study: Limits of Family Law Claims Against an Estate 09 Jun

Case Study: Limits of Family Law Claims Against an Estate

This case is a testament to how even well-intentioned actions, when shrouded in ambiguity, can ignite protracted legal battles, leaving emotional scars and financial burdens on grieving families. 06 Jun

A Family Divided: Vancouver Condo at Centre of Estate Dispute

Can You Avoid Impending Capital Gain on Your Family Cottage? 05 Jun

Can You Avoid Impending Capital Gain on Your Family Cottage?