Estate Planning Information / Leaving a Gift in your Will
Thank you for considering a gift to Hospice Care Ottawa. Planning ahead to leave a gift through your estate is one of the most thoughtful things you can do and will help to ensure compassionate high quality care is available to individuals and their loved ones who are going through their end-of-life journey.
Legal Name: Hospice Care Ottawa
Address: 114 Cameron Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 0X1
Charitable Registration Number: 11896 3701 RR0001
They left their mark on hospice
Nancy and David Chance - A donor profile
In the Spring of 2018 Chris Chance visited the May Court Hospice.
He came to see for himself, the place and programs that meant so much to his parents, David and Nancy Chance, and, to personally deliver a bequest to Hospice Care Ottawa from his parents’ estate. He spoke with quiet pride about his mother and father.
Nancy Chance was born in Winnipeg. Teacher, artist and hospice volunteer. Nancy was one of the original hospice volunteers back in the early days. At the May Court Hospice, she could be found in the art room on Thursdays during Day Hospice, sharing her passion for art with her compassion for people.
“I still have a watercolour of a vase of roses that Nancy painted and gave to me, even though she said she didn’t think it was that good”, recalls Megan Doyle-Ray, former Manager of Fund Development at the Hospice at May Court.
David was Ottawa born. A wartime pilot in the RCAF, career civil servant, cross country skier, golfer and volunteer with several organizations, he was drawn into the circle of caring at the hospice by Nancy. He became a valued volunteer driver taking guests to and from the Day Hospice program so that they could enjoy time in the community which gave their caregivers a break. David always had hugs and smiles for everyone.
Both Nancy and David embraced their volunteer work at the May Court Hospice. It gave them the opportunity to do something good for the community. They saw hospice as a warm and welcoming place, a place of joy.
Nancy is described by a friend and colleague as having a "giant and kind heart ... who did thoughtful things quietly”. So it was no surprise to her family that she chose to remember hospice in her will.
Nancy and David left their mark on Hospice Care Ottawa and continue to do so with their generous gift.
Nancy and David Chance - A donor profile
In the Spring of 2018 Chris Chance visited the May Court Hospice.
He came to see for himself, the place and programs that meant so much to his parents, David and Nancy Chance, and, to personally deliver a bequest to Hospice Care Ottawa from his parents’ estate. He spoke with quiet pride about his mother and father.
Nancy Chance was born in Winnipeg. Teacher, artist and hospice volunteer. Nancy was one of the original hospice volunteers back in the early days. At the May Court Hospice, she could be found in the art room on Thursdays during Day Hospice, sharing her passion for art with her compassion for people.
“I still have a watercolour of a vase of roses that Nancy painted and gave to me, even though she said she didn’t think it was that good”, recalls Megan Doyle-Ray, former Manager of Fund Development at the Hospice at May Court.
David was Ottawa born. A wartime pilot in the RCAF, career civil servant, cross country skier, golfer and volunteer with several organizations, he was drawn into the circle of caring at the hospice by Nancy. He became a valued volunteer driver taking guests to and from the Day Hospice program so that they could enjoy time in the community which gave their caregivers a break. David always had hugs and smiles for everyone.
Both Nancy and David embraced their volunteer work at the May Court Hospice. It gave them the opportunity to do something good for the community. They saw hospice as a warm and welcoming place, a place of joy.
Nancy is described by a friend and colleague as having a "giant and kind heart ... who did thoughtful things quietly”. So it was no surprise to her family that she chose to remember hospice in her will.
Nancy and David left their mark on Hospice Care Ottawa and continue to do so with their generous gift.
How your gift will help
On average each year, nearly 10% of donations to Hospice Care Ottawa came through Gift in Wills.
These funds allow compassionate care to be provided, at no charge, to individuals and families on life’s most difficult journey – special care that is so appreciated.
Every gift, large or small, will leave a lasting impact.
These funds allow compassionate care to be provided, at no charge, to individuals and families on life’s most difficult journey – special care that is so appreciated.
Every gift, large or small, will leave a lasting impact.
The process of leaving a gift in your Will / Estate Planning
We strongly recommend that you consult with your financial advisors if you are planning an estate gift to support Hospice Care Ottawa. The following information may be of assistance to you and your advisors in your planning.
Legal Name: Hospice Care Ottawa
Address: 114 Cameron Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 0X1
Charitable Registration Number: 11896 3701 RR0001
Legal Name: Hospice Care Ottawa
Address: 114 Cameron Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 0X1
Charitable Registration Number: 11896 3701 RR0001
A gift through your Will
A bequest is a donation in your Will that is distributed by your estate after your death.
After your death, when your executor distributes your estate, Hospice Care Ottawa will issue an official tax receipt for the amount received.
Some common types of bequests and suggested wording to include in your Will:
Specific Bequest
Hospice Care Ottawa receives a specific (or fixed) amount of money.
"I give the sum of $______ (dollars) to Hospice Care Ottawa, of the City of Ottawa, Province of Ontario, Canada."
Residual Bequest
A gift of all or a percentage of whatever remains (the "residue") after all taxes, liabilities, administrative expenses and specific bequests have been paid. The greatest advantage of this bequest is that, as your estate increases or decreases in value over time, your donation remains proportionate.
"I give the rest, residue and remainder of my estate [or ____% of the residue] to Hospice Care Ottawa, of the City of Ottawa, Province of Ontario, Canada."
Contingent Bequest
This is a gift that takes effect only if the primary intention cannot be met. For example, you direct Hospice Care Ottawa to receive a portion of your estate if other beneficiaries do not survive you.
"If [name of beneficiary] does not survive me, or shall die within thirty days from the date of my death, I give to Hospice Care Ottawa, of the City of Ottawa, Province of Ontario, Canada, ____% of the residue of my estate [or $________]."
After your death, when your executor distributes your estate, Hospice Care Ottawa will issue an official tax receipt for the amount received.
Some common types of bequests and suggested wording to include in your Will:
Specific Bequest
Hospice Care Ottawa receives a specific (or fixed) amount of money.
"I give the sum of $______ (dollars) to Hospice Care Ottawa, of the City of Ottawa, Province of Ontario, Canada."
Residual Bequest
A gift of all or a percentage of whatever remains (the "residue") after all taxes, liabilities, administrative expenses and specific bequests have been paid. The greatest advantage of this bequest is that, as your estate increases or decreases in value over time, your donation remains proportionate.
"I give the rest, residue and remainder of my estate [or ____% of the residue] to Hospice Care Ottawa, of the City of Ottawa, Province of Ontario, Canada."
Contingent Bequest
This is a gift that takes effect only if the primary intention cannot be met. For example, you direct Hospice Care Ottawa to receive a portion of your estate if other beneficiaries do not survive you.
"If [name of beneficiary] does not survive me, or shall die within thirty days from the date of my death, I give to Hospice Care Ottawa, of the City of Ottawa, Province of Ontario, Canada, ____% of the residue of my estate [or $________]."
Beneficiary of a life insurance policy
The gift of life insurance is a convenient and affordable way to make a substantial future gift to Hospice Care Ottawa.
There are several options including transferring the ownership of a new or existing policy to Hospice Care Ottawa or naming Hospice Care Ottawa as the beneficiary of a policy. Each option has a variety of benefits that you should discuss with your insurance advisor.
There are several options including transferring the ownership of a new or existing policy to Hospice Care Ottawa or naming Hospice Care Ottawa as the beneficiary of a policy. Each option has a variety of benefits that you should discuss with your insurance advisor.
Beneficiary of a registered account
If you do not have a surviving spouse or "qualified beneficiary" you may want to consider donating all or a portion of your remaining RRSP or RRIF at the time of your death to a charitable beneficiary. You can also name a charity as the beneficiary on a TFSA account. If you designate a charity as a beneficiary of a registered account, the charity issues a tax receipt for the full amount transferred.
Hospice Care Ottawa can be named as a beneficiary under your RRSP, RRIF or TFSA or you can leave directions in your Will to donate all or part of your RRSP, RRIF or TFSA. Your financial advisor can provide more details on these options.
If you would like to discuss a planned estate gift, have questions about specific wording or require any further information, please contact Hilary Evans at 343-961-7037 or by email at hilary.evans@hospicecareottawa.ca
Hospice Care Ottawa can be named as a beneficiary under your RRSP, RRIF or TFSA or you can leave directions in your Will to donate all or part of your RRSP, RRIF or TFSA. Your financial advisor can provide more details on these options.
If you would like to discuss a planned estate gift, have questions about specific wording or require any further information, please contact Hilary Evans at 343-961-7037 or by email at hilary.evans@hospicecareottawa.ca
