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Gift in Will

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  5. Gifts in wills and estates

Your future gift could spark the next big breakthrough in cancer research

Rapid advances in technology, combined with the Canadian Cancer Society’s innovative, person-centered approach to research, have enabled more life-saving discoveries to be made than ever before.

Just as past generations paved the way for today’s breakthroughs, your decision today can help fuel future research progress, ultimately shaping a more hopeful future for generations to come.

By including the Canadian Cancer Society in your will, you're creating a legacy of promise and generosity that can stand the test of time and change how we prevent, diagnose and treat this disease.

Get in touch with our team today to learn how you can make a lasting impact. Together, we can change the future of cancer forever.
Gift in Will:
Making a gift in your will is simple and you still retain control of your assets. You can bequeath cash, securities, property or even a percentage of your estate. Your estate receives a charitable tax receipt that can decrease (or even eliminate) estate taxes.

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To discuss a gift in your will, please contact:
giftplanning@cancer.ca | 1-888-939-3333
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Your legacy, your way

Leaving a gift in your will to the Canadian Cancer Society makes you part of an exceptional community of donors funding research and compassionate support programs for everyone affected by cancer.

If you’re considering a planned gift, you may wish to start by having a conversation with your family. Discussing your intentions with loved ones — and asking your lawyer about creating or updating your will — helps ensure your wishes are properly met and tailored to your specific situation.

When you feel ready to explore your options, we’re here to help.

Our Estate and Gift Planning team is ready to discuss your personal vision for your gift and answer any questions you may have. Please provide us with your contact information through this form and a member of our team will be in touch.
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To take on cancer, it takes all of us. It takes a society.
Include the Canadian Cancer Society in your will and help rewrite the future for people affected by cancer.

FAQ

There are many advantages. Your gift will have a meaningful impact to help future generations. You can make a larger gift than might otherwise have been possible in your lifetime. And a gift in your will can help you achieve tax and financial goals.
Yes, you simply need to specify in your will that you wish to remain anonymous. CCS will respect the gift as well as your wish for privacy and will not disclose your identity.
Your future gift will enable CCS to fund world-leading cancer research, provide a nationwide support system for those affected by cancer and help to shape public policies to protect the health of all people across the country.
At the Canadian Cancer Society, we believe that everyone should have a will, and it's important to prepare it with the guidance of both a lawyer and a financial advisor. Including a charitable gift adds a few minutes to those conversations and just a few sentences to the will.
Yes, the Canadian Cancer Society collaborates with Epilogue and Willfora for online will planning. You can learn more about these services by visiting their websites or reaching out to us for additional information.
Yes, once the gift is received, CCS issues an official tax receipt for the donation to the estate.

Disclaimer

This material is intended to provide general information and should not be construed as legal or other advice without first consulting with your legal and/or financial advisor.
Create a lasting legacy with a gift in your will
For decades, gifts in wills have helped fuel life-saving research and provided support to those affected by cancer. Your decision to remember the Canadian Cancer Society in your will honours this tradition and builds on the momentum started by our parents and grandparents. Connect with us today to learn how your legacy can change the future of cancer for generations to come.
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