Is this different to a Canadian Will Kit?
Yes. The laws of Québec are very different from the rest of Canada.
If you have assets in the Province of Québec, or are a resident of Québec,
then you should not use a generic Canadian Will Kit.
The kit available from this website is specifically written to comply with the laws of Québec.
Is the Will kit legal?
Yes. In Québec, the document becomes a legal Will as soon as it is signed in the presence of two adult witnesses.
How do I make my completed forms legal?
To make the document a legal Last Will and Testament, you must sign it in the presence of two witnesses who are
adults of sound mind who have nothing to gain from the contents of the Will.
There is no requirement for the witnesses to be notaries or lawyers, just any two independent adults.
Do my forms have to be notarized?
There are three different types of Will in Québec: a handwritten (or holographic) Will,
a notarial Will which is signed in the presence of a notary, and a "Will made in the presence of witnesses".
This kit allows you to create the third type, which means that there is no requirement to have the document signed by a notary.
Who can be a witness?
Any two adults who have nothing to gain from the contents of the Will can be witnesses to the signing.
We would not recommend that a beneficiary (legatee) or any family member of a legatee serve as the witness to the signing of the document.
You can choose friends, neighbours or colleagues at work.
How long does it take to prepare a Will?
The kit comes with a 24 page Step-by-Step Guide that explains each part of the process.
Once you have decided on some of the key appointments, such as the Liquidator, then the Will can be completed in about 20 minutes.
You would then print and sign the document in front of witnesses to make it a legal Will.
Is the Will kit suitable for me?
The Québec Will Kit is suitable for straightforward situations.
There are certain circumstances where we would recommend that you do not use this kit.
These include:
- If you are involved in a matrimonial dispute or wish to disinherit dependents
- If you have a history of mental illness
- If you have complicated business investments
- If you need to provide for the long term care of a dependent, such as a child with special needs
- If you are resident outside of Québec
If you have any doubts, please send us an email at [email protected],
or use the CONTACT US form below, and we will be able to provide guidance.
Can I create a Québec Will online instead using your downloadable form?
If you wish to create your Québec Will online, we suggest you go to
LegalWills.ca. They have been in business for over
24 years
and their Québec Will is the only online service in Canada that complies with the laws of Québec.
This form is too basic. Is there a more comprehensive option available?
If the form is too basic to meet your needs, we suggest you go to
LegalWills.ca.
They offer a much more comprehensive and flexible Will, which fully complies with the laws of Québec.