How to settle a succession

Know the main steps to liquidate an estate.

Notice of closure of inventory

Once the inventory of property and debts is done, you must publish a notice of closure.

Payment of a succession’s debts

Generally, you can pay the deceased’s debts once the inventory is closed and the notice of closure has been published.

Steps

Know the main steps in settling a succession.

Delivery and partition of property

You must get authorization from the tax authorities before distributing the succession’s property.

Inventory of property and notice of closure

You must make an inventory of the assets and debts of the deceased.

Succession with a will

As the liquidator, you must settle the succession according to the last wishes of the deceased, as stipulated in the will.

Dying without leaving a will

If the deceased has not left a will, the succession devolves according to the provisions of the Civil Code of Québec.

Last update: October 20, 2025