Wills and estate planning

No matter your age, planning for your death can feel scary and morbid. So, it’s no wonder Canadians are procrastinating on tasks like end-of-life planning. According to Willful’s 2025 ‘The Great Delay’ study, only 30% of Canadians have discussed a financial emergency plan with their family.

Having a financial plan in place for your future is an essential, but often overwhelming task. There is a laundry list of things to think about: RRSPs, investments, life insurance, and the list goes on. No … Read More

Estate planning is important for everyone, especially when you’ve just bough a home. Here’s what first-time homebuyers need to know about estate planning.

The death of a loved one takes an emotional toll. Most of us have been through it at some stage, and the impact really can’t be overstated. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of end-of-life administration that also needs to be taken care of when someone dies.

Discussions around finances and end-of-life issues can be prickly. For some people, bringing up power of attorney or financial record keeping may evoke feelings of insecurity, incompetence, or distrust.

If you don’t have a last will and testament, you’re not alone. A recent survey by TD Bank found that more than half of Canadians don’t have a one. I was among the will-less until recently when I … Read More