November is Make a Will Month. It’s a reminder that creating or updating your will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family, your assets, and your wishes.
Many Canadians delay making a will, believing they are too young, do not have enough assets, or that the process is complicated. In reality, a valid will provides peace of mind and helps prevent unnecessary stress, delays, disputes, and expenses for loved ones in the future.
Without a will, provincial laws determine how your estate is distributed, which may not reflect your intentions. Having a will ensures that your wishes are clearly documented, and that the people and causes you care about are supported.
With a will, you can:
- Appoint a guardian for your underage children
- Name a caregiver for your pets
- Choose an executor to manage your estate
- Leave gifts to family, friends, or loved ones
- Share treasured possessions according to your wishes
- Support a charitable cause through a legacy gift
Why leave a charitable gift in your will?
This allows you to make a lasting difference while still maintaining full control of your assets during your lifetime.
In addition to creating a meaningful impact, charitable gifts can offer tax benefits for your estate, potentially reducing taxes and preserving more of your estate's value for your beneficiaries.
Build your legacy with Diabetes Canada
By including Diabetes Canada in your will, you can help fund vital support programs, research, advocacy, and education for people affected by diabetes.
A legacy gift is more than a donation. It is a powerful reflection of your values and a commitment to creating a healthier future for those in Canada who are impacted by this condition.
This Make a Will Month, take time to create or update your will. Protect your loved ones, honour your wishes, and leave a lasting legacy through Diabetes Canada.
Our charitable registration number is 11883 0744 RR0001.
* Our legal name is Diabetes Canada.
Let us know about your gift. It will give Diabetes Canada the opportunity to thank you and, more importantly, to discuss what you hope your gift will accomplish. Of course, we will respect your privacy and confidentiality.
Diabetes Canada has partnered with Epilogue, a discounted online will-making platform where you can create or update your will and receive an additional 20% off at checkout by visiting Epilogue.
Request a will guide Visit the Diabetes Canada Epilogue page
*Gifts made to Diabetes Canada are also accepted.
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