Ingram v. Kulynych Estate – Does s. 38 of the Trustee Act apply to incapable beneficiaries?
There has quite rightly been a lot of discussion recently about the Court of Appeal’s decision in Ingram v. Kulynych …
Why You Should Make a Will with Legal Professionals: Lessons from Kates Estate
Making a will is an essential step to ensure that your loved ones are taken care of after your passing.
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Government Proposes Delaying Trust Reporting Rules for Bare Trusts Until 2026
2024 was supposed to be the first year that new trust reporting rules would apply to bare trusts in Canada,
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Hull on Estates Podcast 703 – The Evolving Context Behind Applicable Limitation Periods
This Week on Hull on Estates, Jonathon Kappy and Darien Murray follow up on the conversation started by Natalia Angelini
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Does quality matter – The need for “public benefit” in charitable trusts
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh. There are numerous examples of museums around the
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Can an Estate Trustee charge compensation on a bequest to themselves?
Being an Estate Trustee can be a thankless job. I frequently joke with clients that if they really hate someone
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To Remove or Not to Remove: That is the Question when Fiduciary Duties are Breached
As seen in numerous Estate Trustee removal cases, there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach, as each case is determined by its
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Good Mental Health is Good Business: The Honourable Justice Strathy on Changing the Culture of Legal Practice
In today’s blog, I delve deeper into The Right Not to Remain Silent: The Truth About Mental Health in The
New Legislation Makes It Possible to Delegate Will-Making Power
Under the common law, creating (or revoking) a will is a personal right which belongs to the testator – it
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Breaking the Silence: Mental Health in the Legal Profession
The legal profession is often seen as a world of prestige, intellect, and unwavering resilience. But behind this facade, many
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