Legacy
Leaving a Legacy - Charitable Bequests
Charitable donations made by Will, or in the last year of an individual’s life, may be claimed against
100% of net income on the final income tax returns. Any unused tax credits can be carried backward to the year immediately preceding the death. Read more about this topic.
Integrating Charitable Giving into Your Financial and Estate Plan
Charitable giving is a growing priority for many Canadians. We see this in recent statistics: donations have increased by 136% between 1995 and 2006. Read more about this topic.
Estate Planning for the Family Cottage
The “lazy hazy” days of summer are here and many of us will be leaving... more >
Estate Freezes
Estate freezing is an effective method of minimizing the amount of tax you will... more >
Take Control of Your Estate
For some, estate planning is difficult to think about, let alone engage in.... more >
Charitable Giving: Some Common Strategies
Malcolm Burrows, Head, Philanthropic Advisory Services, Scotia Private Client... more >
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