This blog provides an overview of estate freezes, what an estate freeze is, the tax and non-tax benefits, and the negative consequences of freezing too early.
What is an Estate Freeze?
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Testators in Saskatchewan will no longer have their wills revoked when they enter into a spousal relationship thanks to recent amendments to The Wills Act, 1996. But if their spousal… Read More
Authors: Ariel Lekas, Alandra Jessup, Sam Amelio, K.C.
COVID-19 has prevented many people from meeting in person. In a recent case heard by the Supreme Court of British Columbia, the pandemic prevented a woman… Read More
Author: Harmanjit Mavi
Elimination of Probate Fees in Manitoba
Probate fees were eliminated in Manitoba as of November 6, 2020. Accordingly, requests for probate, administration, or resealing in Manitoba no longer require payment… Read More
Authors: Ariel Lekas, Sam Amelio, K.C., Sarah Bidniak
Under current Alberta law, a child can apply for support while a step-parent is alive, but not after a step-parent’s death. A report (the Report) by… Read More
With billions in farming assets set to transition in the next decade, business continuity is more important than ever for food and agribusiness owners. Further, many food and agribusiness owners… Read More
Managing risk and protecting your assets from erosion may be of greater concern due to the uncertainties raised by COVID-19.
In the estate planning context, it may be prudent to consider… Read More
Authors: Ariel Lekas, Sam Amelio and Jessica Hoskins, summer law student.
On June 11, 2020, the Alberta Legislature introduced Bill 22 which proposes to amend section 71 of the Wills and Succession Act.
The… Read More
Authors: Garnet Matsuba, Q.C., Ariel Lekas, Justin Di Liello
The opportunities for taxpayers to put their estates in a better economic position during a financial crisis are few and far between.… Read More
Authors: Alain Gaucher, Q.C., Erin Bokshowan, Katrina Wagner
On October 1, 2019, The Intestate Succession Act, 2019 was proclaimed into force. This legislation repeals The Intestate Succession Act, 1996, and makes… Read More
