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Planned giving

Imagine the impact your legacy will have!

Change the future of cancer forever
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  4. Estate and gift planning

Your legacy, your way

Remembering the Canadian Cancer Society with a planned gift is a thoughtful and generous act that will help change the future of cancer forever. We also gratefully accept gifts made through donor‑advised funds.

Every 3 minutes, someone in Canada hears the words, “you have cancer,” joining the over 1.5 million people who are already living with or beyond cancer. No matter which type of planned gift you choose, your legacy will help change and save lives.

By committing to a planned gift today, you are joining a growing community that is shaping a better future for people affected by cancer. Just imagine the impact you can have. Thank you for your incredible foresight and kindness. 

To discuss your wishes or for more information, please contact:
Laura Padula, Director of Planned Giving
1-888-405-7664 | laura.padula@cancer.ca

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Gifts in wills and estates

Making a gift in your will is simple, and you retain full control of your assets throughout your lifetime. You can bequeath cash, securities, property, or even a percentage of your estate.
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receive a charitable tax receipt for your donation

Gifts of securities

By supporting the Canadian Cancer Society with a gift of securities, you eliminate the capital gains tax that would apply if you sold the securities and donated the proceeds. Securities can include stocks, mutual funds, and employee stock options.
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Gift of life insurance

A gift of life insurance can be a powerful legacy. You can donate a new policy or transfer an existing one. You may choose to designate the Canadian Cancer Society as both the owner and beneficiary, or name us as the beneficiary while retaining ownership. Because there are several ways to structure a gift of life insurance, each option comes with its own charitable tax benefits. If you are considering this type of gift, we encourage you to speak with your insurance broker and the Canadian Cancer Society to explore the approach that works best for you.
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RRSPs, RRIFs & TFSAs

You can name the Canadian Cancer Society as the beneficiary of any RRSP, RRIF, or TFSA. Simply contact the financial institution that holds your account and request a change‑of‑beneficiary form, where you can designate the Canadian Cancer Society as the beneficiary of all or a portion of the plan. A charitable tax receipt will help offset tax liability, and this gift will not be subject to probate fees.

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Gifts of property, trusts and annuities

You can donate real estate, works of art, jewelry, or other property to the Canadian Cancer Society. Before we can accept a gift of property and issue a charitable tax receipt, a professional appraisal is required. There are also ways to make a gift of property while retaining the right to use it during your lifetime.
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For assistance with Estate matters

If you have questions about administering an estate gift to the Canadian Cancer Society, please email estates@cancer.ca.

For region specific inquiries, please contact the appropriate office:

Ontario, Atlantic and Prairie provinces
Judy Wormington, Senior Manager, Gift & Estate Planning
judy.wormington@cancer.ca
55 St. Clair Ave. W, Suite 300 Toronto, ON M4V 2Y7

Quebec
Camille Lemay, Manager, Estate and Gift Planning
camille.lemay@cancer.ca
5151 de l’Assomption Blvd Montreal, QC H1T 4A9

British Columbia
Rozie Kara, Manager, Gift & Estate Planning
rozie.kara@cancer.ca
575 10th W Avenue Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C3

Helpful resources

Gifts of securities transfer form For lawyers, notaries and wealth professionals Online form to request more information about planned and leadership giving opportunities

What we do

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save and improve lives. We fund the brightest minds in cancer research. We provide a compassionate support system for all those affected by cancer, across Canada and for all types of cancer. As the voice for people who care about cancer, we work with governments to shape a healthier society. No other organization does all that we do to make lives better today and transform the future of cancer forever.

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.