How the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society partnered with Epilogue to scale their legacy giving program and secure over $4 million in confirmed gifts.

How the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society Increased Donor Engagement Without Increasing Staff Workload

Learn how Generation Rising unlocked over $1.2M in legacy gifts and a 340x ROI by partnering with Epilogue. See how a simple, low-lift outreach campaign made estate planning accessible and drove immediate impact.

How Generation Rising Turned a Simple Campaign into a 340x ROI with Epilogue

Learn how Toronto Foundation unlocked over $2.3M in legacy value and secured 20 gifts by partnering with Epilogue to make estate planning accessible for their donors.

How Toronto Foundation measured more than $2.3M of value with Epilogue

Découvrez les différences entre le testament notarié et le testament attesté au Québec — coûts, démarches et impacts — afin de choisir l’option qui correspond le mieux à vos besoins.

Testament notarié vs. testament attesté au Québec: lequel est fait pour vous?

What really happens to your debt after you’re gone and how a Will can protect your loved ones.

What Happens to Your Debt When You Die?

Holidays often make us pause and consider what's most important, prompting many to finally create a Will for peace of mind and family protection.

Why So Many People Think About Making a Will Before Going on Vacation

As online Wills become more popular among Canadians, fundraisers have a unique opportunity to unlock new legacy gifts by meeting donors where they are at; home, online, and ready to give.

What Fundraisers Need to Know About Online Wills

Transform your retirement accounts into a charitable legacy while saving on taxes. Learn how RRSPs, RRIFs, and TFSAs can benefit both your favourite causes and your estate.

How to Leave a Gift to Charity Using a Registered Account in Canada

Why we avoid death planning, and how an online Will can protect your loved ones in minutes—easier than you think.

Why We Dread Thinking About Death – And Why We Delay Writing a Will

Think making a Will is only for the rich or old? Think again! Let’s bust the biggest myths and show why getting one is easier (and more important) than you think.

5 Myths About Making a Will (And the Real Scoop You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner)

Use the holidays to reflect and start planning for the future. Estate planning isn’t about worry—it’s about protecting what matters most.

How to Start a Conversation About Estate Planning Over the Holidays

Support the causes you love beyond Giving Tuesday with legacy giving — an impactful way to ensure your values live on.

Giving Tuesday and Legacy Giving: How to Make an Impact That Lasts

Overcome the common obstacles to estate planning and take the first steps toward organizing your future today.

Overcoming Barriers to Planning Your Estate

Explore the legal and financial considerations of managing a business after the passing of its owner, offering guidance through a challenging transition.

Updating Business Information After A Death

You’re not too Young to Make a Will

Don't Delay Your Will: Avoid Confusion and Conflict by Planning Ahead and Understanding the Risks of Last-Minute Changes.

Why You Shouldn’t Leave Your Will to the Last Minute

In today’s digital age, many services have moved online, offering convenience and accessibility. Among these services, online wills have become increasingly popular.

Are Online Wills Legal in Canada?

Learn how to navigate estate planning challenges unique to the LGBTQ+ community and safeguard your personal wishes.

Navigating Estate Planning for the LGBTQ+ Community

En plus de votre testament, les procurations (POA) constituent les documents fondamentaux de votre plan successoral.

Pourquoi Vous Avez Besoin de Procurations

How to empower your legacy and leave a meaningful mark for tomorrow, regardless of your wealth.

Unlocking the Power of Legacy Gifts: How You Can Leave a Lasting Impact

Deciding whether to take on the role of an executor after being named in a will requires careful consideration of your responsibilities, potential legal obligations, and other important factors to make an informed decision.

Should You Act as an Executor if You're Appointed in the Will?

Compare three popular registered investing accounts to find the right fit for you.

TFSA vs RRSP vs FHSA: What’s Right for You?

Choosing the right executor: the key to a smooth estate transition and peace of mind for your loved ones.

Choosing the Right Executor for You

Discussing the process of valuing assets in an Ontario estate: Learn how to handle the various assets left behind when someone passes away to make the probate process go more smoothly.

Getting Probate in Ontario: How to Value Estate Assets

Unlocking the Legality of Holographic Wills in Canada: Your Handwritten Legacy.

Holographic Wills in Canada: Can You Write Your Own Will?

To live well, age well, and die well, you need to Plan Well.

Introducing: Plan Well Guide

Exploring estate administration bonds in Ontario and how they protect beneficiaries and creditors during estate administration.

Understanding Estate Administration Bonds in Ontario

Unlock your financial future: put your savings on autopilot with pre-authorized contribution plans and let your money work for you.

How to Put Your Saving and Investing on Autopilot

Let's talk about something that may not be on your radar yet – Term Life Insurance. Think of it as a safety net, ready to catch your loved ones if the unexpected happens.

Let's talk Term Life Insurance: A financial safety net for the future

 Introducing the first home savings account: a game-changer for Canadian first-time homebuyers, combining tax advantages and realistic saving goals.

What to Know About the New First Home Savings Account

Learn about four common myths when it comes to Will and estate planning.

What Does it Mean to Leave a Legacy?

Pre-plan your funeral with ease and lessen the burden on your loved ones. Discover 5 benefits of pre-planning your own cremation services with Eirene.

Five Reasons you Should Consider Pre-Planning your Cremation

Unsure if you should appoint a professional trust company as your executor? We break down some reasons it could be a good option.

Six Reasons to Appoint a Trust Company as your Executor

Our friends at Dundas Life explain the ins and outs of Seniors' funeral insurance.

Funeral Insurance For Seniors: What You Should Know

Discover the pre-planning tools available to help you protect your digital legacy on LinkedIn.

What Happens To Your LinkedIn Account After You Die?

Ever heard of a social media Will? Most people haven’t. Let's unpack what it is & how this free tool can help you leave the legacy you want.

 What is a Social Media Will? 

Customers can now appoint a professional trust company as the executor of their Will using Epilogue.

It’s easier than ever to appoint a professional trust company as your executor

We’ve broken down some of the most commonly asked questions when it comes to appointing a professional trust company to administer your estate.

Corporate Executor FAQ: All about naming a professional trust company as executor

Susan invests $57,600 over 12 years. Carol invests $144,000 over 30 years. Who ends up with more money for retirement?

A Tale of Two Investors: Why it Pays to Start Early

Giving Tuesday can be one of the most important days of the year for Charities. We spoke to three of our Epilogue for Charities partners about what this philanthropic holiday means to their organization.

The Importance of Giving Tuesday: Three Charities Weigh In

The internet is forever, but humans are not. Make sure you’re leaving behind the digital legacy you want with these tips.

Leaving A Legacy In Cyberspace

Over 2.85 billion of us have a Facebook account filled with personal images and videos. What happens to it all when we're no longer here, and is there anything we can do to plan ahead?

What Happens To Your Facebook Account After You Die?

Over 1.44 billion of us have an Instagram account filled with personal images and videos. What happens to it all when we're no longer here, and is there anything we can do to plan ahead?

What Happens To Your Instagram Account After You Die?

Bien que ce soit un honneur, le rôle comporte des responsabilités et de nombreuses tâches.

Être un Exécuteur Testamentaire n'est pas Facile.

What is probate? How long does it take in Ontario? And when do you need to worry about it? Here are the answers to all your Probate questions.

Probate in Ontario FAQs: What is it? How Long Does it Take? When is it Needed?

Struggling to understand the nuances around estate planning? This FAQ will answer all your burning questions.

Estate Planning FAQs — Answering the Questions Ontarians are Looking for Answers To

Canadian immigrants have a long to-do list. While a Will may not be at the top of that list, it’s definitely one you won’t want to forget about.

Ultimate Guide to Wills for Canadians Immigrants (Updated for 2022)

Your quick start guide to Saskatchewan Wills: From the beginner basics to making your own!

Saskatchewan Estate Law 101: Here’s What You Need to Know About Wills & Estates

Here’s everything you need to know about online Wills in PEI – from the beginner basics to making your own!

PEI Online Wills: Here’s What You Need to Know

Discover the pre-planning tools available to help you protect your digital legacy on Google.

What Happens To Your Google Account After You Die?

Your quick start guide to Newfoundland Wills: From the beginner basics to making your own!

Newfoundland Wills 101: Here are the Basics You Need to Know About Wills NL

Here’s everything you need to know about online wills in Alberta – from the beginner basics to making your own!

Quick Guide: Make an Online Will In Alberta

 Loss is complicated — both emotionally and logistically. This article will walk you through what to do after a loved one passes. 

Navigating a Sudden Loss: Making a Plan After the Unthinkable Happens

 Struggling to understand your rights as a beneficiary of a Will in Ontario? Let’s look it over together. 

What Are Your Rights as the Beneficiary of a Will in Ontario?

Dive into inheritance law in Ontario so you can build your Will with ease.

Inheritance Law in Ontario: 3 Key Rules to Know When Planning Your Legacy

Struggling to understand the estate planning timeline in Ontario? Not anymore — let us walk you through it.

The Ontario Estate Planning Timeline: Walking You Through the Process

Overwhelmed by the estate planning process in Ontario? Here are most common questions people have & our answers (from estate lawyers).

Estate Planning in Ontario: Understanding the Basics to Get You Started

Half of Canadians (who really should have a Will) don’t have one. Luckily, it's never been easier, faster, and more affordable to make a Will.

Too Many Canadians Don’t Have Wills in Place — Here’s How We Can Change That

Epilogue has created a program designed to help Canadian charities raise millions of dollars through the power of legacy giving.

Introducing Epilogue for Charities

If you’re considering leaving a gift in your Will, a strategic approach can help ensure your intentions are fulfilled.

 What do you want your legacy to be? 

What happens to your Apple accounts when you die? Discover the pre-planning tools available to help you protect your digital legacy.

Your Social Media Legacy: Pre-Planning on Apple

Elaine Blades, Senior Manager, Professional Practice Group at RBC Royal Trust, shares her thoughts on age and Wills.

Too Young To Think About Making A Will? Maybe Not.

As a dedicated family man, it's important to William that his Will protects his loved ones and also reflects his philanthropic goals.

Why I Will: William, Family Man and Philanthropist

Our East Coast expansion is complete. Now, all New Brunswickers can complete their Will online with Epilogue in as little as 20 minutes!

Epilogue Wills & POAs Now Available In New Brunswick!

Completing your Will is one thing; locating it when the time comes is another. Now, all Epilogue customers have easy access to register their Wills with the Canada Will Registry.

NoticeConnect x Epilogue: Better Together

Epilogue is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Notary Pro that will give customers discounted access to in-person notary services.

Epilogue x Notary Pro: Better Together

Including a Family Legacy Gift in your Will can help your family leave a lasting charitable impact.

The Power of the Family Legacy Gift

Cindy Marques of MakeCents joined us on Coffee with an Estate Lawyer to discuss the importance of an emergency fund.

The Importance Of Having An Emergency Fund

For International Cat Day, take care of your feline friends in the best way you can by planning for their safe and secure future.

5 Surprising Facts All Cat Owners Should Know

@johnisforthedogs is an avid dog rescuer and advocate and is well-known in the dog rescue community. Learn why he created his Will.

Why I Will: John Zavaglia, Animal Rescuer & Dog Dad.

Epilogue's Co-Founders took to the r/PersonalFinanceCanada subreddit to answer everyone's burning questions about estate planning.

Highlights From Epilogue’s Reddit AMA

On Episode 11 of Coffee With An Estate Lawyer, we dive into this topic with Sharon Hartung, author of Your Digital Undertaker: Exploring Death in the Digital Age in Canada.

Coffee With An Estate Lawyer: Managing Your Digital Assets

Linda Stuart, Life-Cycle Celebrant, weighs in on how to plan the funeral of your dreams (and that your loved ones will need.)

How to Plan Your Dream Funeral

Apple recently announced a new legacy feature called Legacy Contact. Learn more about why this is a revolutionary move.

In The News: Apple Announces New Digital Legacy Feature

Alex Leduc, Founder & CEO of Perch (formerly Mortgauge), with advice on how to manage one of the largest investments you'll ever make in your life: Your home.

Managing Your Home Investment

Epilogue Pride Guide helps amplify queer voices and businesses to show support and solidarity with the LGBTQ2S+ community!

Epilogue Presents: The Pride Guide

The Accelerating Access to Justice Act, 2021 was recently passed in Ontario giving Ontario estate law a much-needed makeover.

Big Changes Coming To Estate Planning In Ontario

Author, Robin Taub, shares her best tips on how to raise financially responsible children.

Teaching Your Kids About Good Financial Habits

Epilogue's fast, simple, and affordable online Wills and Powers of Attorney are now available in the province of Nova Scotia!

Epilogue’s Online Wills Now Available In Nova Scotia

Financial elder abuse and senior scams are real and can take many forms. On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, learn how a power of attorney can help protect you and your loved ones.

Protecting yourself and your loved ones against financial elder abuse and senior scams

May is Leave a Legacy Month and we are shining a spotlight on Rise, a Canadian charity addressing mental health and addiction through entrepreneurship.

Charity Spotlight: Rise

May is Leave a Legacy Month and we are shining a spotlight on the Canadian Hospice and Palliative Care Association.

Charity Spotlight: CHPCA And Advance Care Planning Canada

Want to leave a legacy but don’t know where to start? Here are 6 ways you can achieve your vision of a brighter future. 

Leave A Legacy: 6 Ways To Find Charities That Are Right For You

May is Leave a Legacy Month and we are shining a spotlight on March of Dimes Canada (MODC).

Charity Spotlight: March Of Dimes Canada

Learn about the many benefits of donor-advised funds and why you should consider including one in your Will.

Benefits Of Naming A Donor-Advised Fund In Your Will

Emily Bootle, founder of DeathCare BC, shares her thoughts on what it's like being a millennial funeral director.

The Perspective Of A Millennial Funeral Director

It's vital to have a plan for aging and end-of-life and Mallory McGrath of Viive explains why it's equally as important to talk about it.

Coffee With An Estate Lawyer: The Power Of Conversations

As society becomes more environmentally conscious, "green burials" are growing in popularity. Read on to learn more!

How To “Die Green”: Why You Should Consider A Green Burial

Linda Stuart explains all about Life-Cycle Celebrants and how they're revolutionizing the funeral experience.

Meet Linda Stuart, Life-Cycle Celebrant

Our friends at Longevity Achieved break down the different types of life insurance and how to choose the best one for your life situation.

What Kind Of Life Insurance Is Right For You?

It ain't easy dying green... or is it? Jennifer Connelly, Managing Funeral Director at Eirene, explains the ins and outs of eco-friendly burial options.

Coffee With An Estate Lawyer: Eco-Friendly Burials

It's good to know what to expect when it comes to the length of a funeral so you have an idea of how much time to stay to remain respectful.

How Long Do Funerals Last?

Neal Wikour is the author of The Grumpy Accountant. What makes him so grumpy? Arin finds out in our latest episode of Coffee With An Estate Lawyer.

Coffee With An Estate Lawyer: Death & Taxes

Mallory McGrath of Viive Planning shares some dos and don'ts when it comes to discussing your Will with loved ones

How To Talk To Your Loved Ones About Your Will

You've completed your Will, but now you have to get it witnessed. Learn how to do so safely and accurately during the COVID-19 pandemic.

How To Execute A Will During A Pandemic

Cindy Marques and Daniel Goldgut went LIVE on Instagram to discuss financial literacy, investing, budgeting, and more.

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