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Wills and Estates

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Related Guides

Use the resources below to find reputable information on estate law, the branch of provincial law that deals with wills, power of attorney, probate, and associated areas relating to personal planning and estate distribution.

Will, Estate, and Personal Planning Primers

Personal and Estate Planning

Wills, Power of Attorney (a legal document granting a specified individual the power to take care of financial and legal matters on your behalf).

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The Canadian Guide to Will and Estate Planning: Everything You Need to Know Today to Protect your Wealth and your Family Tomorrow

Douglas A. Gray

346.71052 G77c3

2018

A practical, helpful, and very thorough guide that covers all the bases when it comes to planning and managing your estate.

Guide to Wills and Estates: British Columbia Edition

Gabrielle M. Komorowska

346.71105 G94e1

Continuously updated reference manual for legal professionals. Includes sample forms for most will related issues.

What to Do When a Loved One Dies

How to Execute (Probate) a Will
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British Columbia Probate Kit

Mary Jane Wilson

346.711052 W75b3

2015

Demonstrates how to probate or administer an estate without consulting a lawyer. Includes forms.

British Columbia Probate and Estate Administration Practice Manual

Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia

346.711056 R35c4

Continuously updated reference manual (2 volumes) for legal professionals.

Relevant Legislation and Forms
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NOTE: this online resource was discontinued as of January 31, 2025.

The print format is also available at call number, 651.374 O13o, on Level 4 of the Central Library.

Access:
At some VPL locations only

Useful Websites

Links to numerous publications covering every aspect of wills and estate-planning.

Information on wills, dealing with an estate, and personal planning. Audio versions also available.

A compilation of reputable online resources relating to wills and estates. Can be subdivided by specific topic: death & funeral arrangements, probating or dealing with an estate, and wills.

A compilation of reputable online resources relating to wills and estates. Can be subdivided by specific topic: planning for your future or when an adult needs help.

When someone dies in British Columbia and you are looking after their affairs, this checklist helps you determine who to notify and how to notify them.

Online manual updated annually to reflect new changes to federal and provincial law. See Chapter 15 for Adult Guardianship and Substitute Decision-Making and Chapter 16 for Wills and Probate.

Digital Library Resources

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Provides a single point of entry to legal information, education and help for people living in British Columbia.

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NOTE: this online resource was discontinued as of January 31, 2025.

The print format is also available at call number, 651.374 O13o, on Level 4 of the Central Library.

Access:
At some VPL locations only

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