Funeral Planning

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Starting With the Obituary

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As an estates law clerk, when I begin work on a new estate administration file, one of the first things I do is read the deceased’s obituary. It isn’t a legal document like the Will, but it often provides valuable background information about the deceased and helpful context about family members.[1] It feels respectful to acknowledge the person behind the file before shifting focus to the legal documents and formal….

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Estate Administration, Funeral Planning, Grief

The Three Ds

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Scotiatrust

This blog post was written by: Mario Gravel, Estate and Trust Consultant, Scotiatrust Ottawa   Allow me to share a story of a client interaction with you. Dear client, do you know how important it is to have a proper legal Will?  Yes. Check. You also know about the peace of mind that having a proper Will provides? Absolutely. Check.  Well, looks like all the ground has been covered, right?  Well, not quite. First….

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Estate Planning, Funeral Planning, Wills

EXECUTOR ESSENTIALS: CRAFTING THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO YOUR ESTATE WITH THE EXECUTOR’S BINDER

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The holiday season is often filled with visiting family, friends and relaxation.  It can be that rare moment in the year where our fast-paced lives are put on hold, allowing for an opportunity to regroup and tackle important tasks we’ve been postponing throughout the year. Much like you would schedule a holiday party in your calendar, why not set aside some time to do an overview of your estate planning?….

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Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Executors, Funeral Planning, Wills

Ontario’s Rising Problem of Unclaimed Bodies

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There have been a few news articles published in the past year highlighting a growing problem in Ontario – unclaimed bodies. According to a recent Toronto Star article, there were 1,183 unclaimed bodies in Ontario this year. A CBC article reporting on the same issue found that there has been a 170 percent increase in number of unclaimed bodies in Ontario since 2019. The Ontario cities with the highest numbers….

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Funeral Planning, In the News

Hot Topics with Gentlemen in their 80s

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Recently, I returned for my fourth annual presentation to a group of older gentlemen about planning for the last decade of life. With more than fifty in the audience each year, the participants are a good cross-section of men in their 80s. They are a lively, well-informed group of retired and semi-retired men who share insights and advice on what they want and need for smart ageing. As one person….

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Elder Care, Elder Management, Estate Planning, Funeral Planning, Medical Assistance in Dying, Smart Ageing, Uncategorized

Burials in Rural Ontario – Make Sure You Plan for Interment Rights

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A view over an old stone fence into a cemetary, framed by an abundance of trees in full leaf.

As planners working with elderly clients and their families, we encourage people to plan their lives until the end of life and document their wishes for the care of their body after death. People often express their wish to return to a rural community for burial. However, since the COVID pandemic, it is surprising how much has changed in small-town cemeteries across Ontario. Be sure to also plan for interment….

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Elder Management, Executors, Funeral Planning, Wills
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