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10/17/2025By Candace Cho
Canada Inheritance Tax for Non-Residents
Quick answer: Canada has no inheritance tax, so a non-resident beneficiary pays nothing simply for receiving a gift from a Canadian estate. The tax falls on th…
09/25/2025By Judith A. Janzen
What Happens to a Person’s Assets When They Die Without a Will?
The death of a loved one brings many emotions that can be difficult to bear. Adding to the difficulty is that there is much to be done after a person’s death…
09/14/2025By Candace Cho
Power of Attorney Versus Executor of Will
In British Columbia, a power of attorney manages your financial and legal affairs while you are alive, while an executor manages your estate after you die. An…
09/08/2025By Candace Cho
Reasons to Contest a Will in BC
You may have reasons to contest a will in BC if you believe it does not reflect your loved one’s true wishes or contains legal errors. The court has the author…
09/02/2025By Candace Cho
Can Someone Contest a Will if They Are Not in It?
If you were left out of a loved one’s will, you may wonder whether you have any legal options. In British Columbia, certain people can contest a will even if t…
08/15/2025By Judith A. Janzen
When Does Child Support End in British Columbia?
Child support ends in British Columbia when a child turns 19, which is the age of majority. However, under both the Family Law Act and the Divorce Act, child s…
08/07/2025By Candace Cho
Evidence Needed to Contest a Will in BC
Disputing a will can be a difficult and extremely emotional process. Nevertheless, will challenges happen quite frequently in British Columbia. In some situati…
08/02/2025By Judith A. Janzen
How to Set Up a Family Trust in Canada
Family trusts have the potential to provide important benefits for you and your family. One of the main incentives is tax-efficient transfer of wealth. If a fa…
07/30/2025By Candace Cho
Who Can Witness a Will in BC?
In British Columbia, a will must meet specific legal requirements, including rules about how it is witnessed. Generally, a will should be witnessed by two peop…
07/21/2025By Candace Cho
How Long Do You Have To Contest a Will in BC?
In BC, you generally have 180 days from the date the representation grant is issued to bring a wills variation claim. This applies if you are a spouse or child…