Preparing Your Will

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Writing Your Will from People's Law School is for people who are making a will in British Columbia. It explains what is involved in making a will, what to consider in appointing an executor, and what to do after making your will. This edition reflects the Wills, Estates and Succession Act, which became law in 2014.

Contents

• What Is a Will?
  • Why should you make a will? · What happens if you die without a will? · Do you have to make a will? · What is a "living will"?

• Making Your Will
  • Requirements for a will · Elements of a will · Making the will

• Appointing an Executor
  • What are the executor's responsibilities? · Who should you choose to be your executor? · Can there be more than executor?

• After Making Your Will
  • Where should you keep your will? · How do you register your will? · Can you change your will after you've made it? · Can you cancel your will?

• Resources
  • Where to Get Help · Glossary

• About
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Copyright & Disclaimer

Writing Your Will © People’s Law School is, except for the images, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.5 Canada Licence.

At People's Law School, we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This resource explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. It is not intended as legal advice. For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "Where to Get Help" section.

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