Canada: Wills/ Intestacy/ Estate Planning

A will-maker may wish to include a clause in the will that dissuades one or more of the beneficiaries from contesting the will. This is usually the case when the will-maker anticipates dissatisfaction on the part of one or more beneficiaries of the legacies they are left with in comparison with the size of the will-maker’s estate.

When a loved one lives with a disability, estate planning involves much more than dividing assets. It focuses on ensuring long‑term financial security while preserving access to crucial government benefits.

This is a loaded question. The short answer is: it depends. If you're interested in the long answer, keep reading.