Prepare for a will in Canada

Choose your province or territory

The federal government directs people to provincial and territorial estate law. Our location step reflects that distinction: selecting Canada does not silently select Ontario for you.

Our public guides and questionnaire coverage do not establish that generation is open. Confirm the province, supported circumstances and current availability before preparing a draft. If your location is unavailable, do not substitute another province.

Bring together the information a local reviewer will need

List the people you would like to benefit, any dependants, and the person you would ask to administer your estate. Include backup choices and questions you have not resolved.

• Describe property in other provinces or countries separately.
• Note joint ownership and beneficiary designations for discussion.
• List existing wills and other planning documents; do not assume a new draft coordinates or revokes them correctly.
• Flag language needs, family obligations, business assets and ongoing-care arrangements.

Keep different documents and services distinct

A will, a power of attorney and a care directive serve different purposes. Do not assume purchasing one will draft creates every document you need.

When Pactlio preparation is available, the package covers a draft and its review findings and completion plan. Individual professional review, witnessing, notarisation and estate administration are separate. Follow the local instructions for the document you actually intend to sign.