Your Executor Lives in Another Country. Should You Change Them?
When you wrote your will, you chose an executor because you trusted them. But what if you have since moved to Alberta and your executor still lives in another country?
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When you wrote your will, you chose an executor because you trusted them. But what if you have since moved to Alberta and your executor still lives in another country?
Does your old will still make sense for the life you have today? Alberta law contains provisions that may recognize wills made outside of Canada.
Many Albertans know they should have a Last Will and Testament, but fewer realize that an Enduring Power of Attorney is also important. Find out why.
In short, yes. In Alberta, if you're single and over the age of 18, drafting and executing a will is one of the simplest ways to protect your wishes in the event of your death.
An executor is the person you choose to carry out the instructions in your will after you die. In Alberta, this person is also called a “personal representative.”
Creating a will is an important step in protecting your family and ensuring your wishes are carried out. However, a will must be signed correctly to be legally valid in Alberta.