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Wills, Estates and Probate Legal Resources

Find provincial guidance about wills, executors, estates and probate.

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How to use these sources

Estate administration is closely tied to provincial law and the deceased person’s circumstances. Separate questions about making a will from questions about executor duties, intestacy, taxes and probate procedures. Confirm the province governing the estate.

Selected Canadian resources

  • People’s Law School

    British Columbia legal education about everyday rights, responsibilities and dispute resolution.

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  • Steps to Justice

    Plain-language legal information for people dealing with Ontario legal problems.

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  • Éducaloi

    Plain-language information about Quebec law, available in English and French.

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  • CanLII

    Browse published Canadian court decisions and legislation; confirm which jurisdiction and date apply.

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