Before making a will | Gouvernement du Québec

Preparation

Before you draw up your will, make an inventory of your property and debts, specify your last wishes and determine whether you need professional advice.

Life insurance

Your life insurance may or may not be part of your succession, depending on your policy’s provisions.

Obligation of support

Your death does not terminate your obligation of support. Your heirs will have to assume your support payments.

Types of heirs

You must specify who will inherit from you.

People who cannot inherit

Certain persons may not inherit from you in certain contexts.

Liquidators

We recommend appointing a liquidator to make sure your succession is settled.

Last update: February 23, 2023