Can a Sole Beneficiary Be an Executor of a Will in Canada?
In Canada, can the sole beneficiary be an executor of a will as well? Yes, a beneficiary can also be an executor of a will in Canada.
May 23, 2025
In Canada, can the sole beneficiary be an executor of a will as well? Yes, a beneficiary can also be an executor of a will in Canada.
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