This Blog was written by: Kristie Smith, Estate and Trust Consultant, Scotia Wealth Management As we have all heard many times in the estate planning community, and as Benjamin Franklin famously remarked, nothing is certain but death and taxes. From the Covid era and then ‘back to normal’; from Elizabeth…
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This blog was written by Danna Fichtenbaum Headlines were abuzz last week detailing claims issued in Connecticut state court by two of the daughters (the “Daughters”) of Paul Newman – actor and creator of the Newman’s Own food brand – that Newman’s philanthropic endeavour, Newman’s Own Foundation (the “Foundation”), is…
This blog was written by Holly LeValliant Bank records may be key evidence in estate litigation cases. They can be the crux of a case where undue influence, financial mismanagement, or a history of dependant’s support are alleged. The bank may be the only practical source of information that would allow…
This blog was written by Karen Crellin, Estate and Trust Advisor at MD Private Trust Company which is part of Scotia Wealth Management *Note: This post was written by a Saskatchewan planner with a focus on common law. It is important to seek guidance in your own province to ensure your plan…
This Blog was written by: Alicia Mossington (Godin), Estate and Trust Consultant, Scotia Wealth Management “Fraud is the most frequently reported banking issue across all age groups.”[1] In 2021 more than 100,000 cases of fraud were reported by the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre with over $380 million dollars lost.[2] These numbers only…
This blog was written by Ardena Bašić As previously written (in other words, go read blog-de-digital wills Part #1!), online, electronic and digital wills are rising in prominence. Yet, given that there are no Canadian laws to address how these assets should be handled after death, it is vital to…
This post was written by Diana Leopardi While we often plan for our human children, it’s time to think about including our fur-babies into our estate planning. Pets offer their owners the ultimate companionship and unconditional love. Often times, owners consider their pets family members so why not include pets…
This Blog was written by: Kristie Smith, Estate and Trust Consultant, Scotia Wealth Management As we emerge from the Covid restriction era and a new normal comes into focus in our day-to-day lives, new symptoms and side effects of Covid are coming into view. In the estate planning realm, in…
This blog was written by Ardena Bašić The stereotypical will everyone imagines usually consists of aged scrolls, fine black ink and sophisticated language such as “henceforth” and “thereafter.” However, in our increasingly digitized world, a new type of estate planning has arrived. Online, digital and electronic wills are increasingly rising…
This Blog was written by: Hannah Zip, Estate and Trust Consultant, Scotia Wealth Management Proper estate and incapacity planning is important for people from all walks of life, however there are some special considerations that should be kept in mind when discussing estate planning with members of the LGBTQ2S+. This…