In Ontario, dependant support claims arising after a person’s death are governed primarily by Part V of the Succession Law Reform Act (“SLRA”). These claims may arise where a deceased individual has failed to make adequate provision for the proper support of a dependant through their Will or through intestacy. …
The Complexities of Intestate Succession in Ontario: Why Planning Ahead is Essential
Intestate Succession under the Succession Law Reform Act When a person dies without a valid Will in Ontario, they are considered to have died “intestate”. In such situations, the distribution of their estate is governed by Part II of the Succession Law Reform Act (“SLRA”), which outlines the rules for …