Dementia in Canada
5 December 2024
The most recent data reveals that approximately 402,000 seniors (over 65 ) suffer from dementia in Canada. That number converts to a prevalence of 7.1%
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Estate Planning For Your Digital Assets
25 January 2024
What are digital assets? Digital assets encompass a wide range of items, including but not limited to: 1. Social media accounts: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and
Corporate Property Wills = Good Business
25 January 2024
First of all, do you have a Will? If not, you should! But if you own a private corporation, you should consider having not one,
Changes in Wills Legislation
25 January 2024
Significant amendments to estate planning legislation came into effect on January 1, 2022 which affects any person who has separated from their spouse, is living
Suspicious Circumstances Surrounding the Drafting and Execution of the Will
25 January 2024
Many legal challenges to the validity of the will involve an allegation that there were “suspicious circumstances” surrounding the drafting and execution of the will.
Digital Assets in Estate Planning
25 January 2024
The increasing presence of technology in our everyday lives introduces a new, important question: What happens to our digital assets when we die? Much of
Practical Tips On Organizing Your Will
25 January 2024
Congratulations, you have executed your will and powers of attorney (the documents). The following practical issues should be considered in maximizing the use of the
Bill 245: Marriage No Longer Revokes a Will and Other Updates
18 May 2021
Bill 245, which received royal assent last month, includes changes within the acts governing wills, powers of attorney and intestacy. Bill 245 allows for permanent
Should I Specifically Name My Children In My Will?
14 March 2021
Taking the time to consider getting a Will is a good first step, given that the majority of Ontarians do not even have one (estimates
So, You’ve Been Appointed Estate Trustee
5 February 2021
The death of a friend or a family member is often an emotional and difficult time. Adding to the emotional turmoil may be your appointment