# What Every Canadian Needs to Know About Passing Down Wealth

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Published: 2026-02-16T12:22:00+00:00
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Canada doesn't have a formal death tax — but that doesn't mean death is simple or inexpensive. When someone passes away, taxes can be triggered immediately through deemed disposition, and on top of that, probate fees may apply depending on the province. Many Canadians confuse these two costs, and that confusion can lead to serious planning gaps. On today's episode, Darren and Christina break down what probate actually is, how probate fees vary across Canada, what assets flow through probate, and what strategies can reduce delays and unnecessary costs. More importantly, they explain why probate isn't just about fees — it's about timing, privacy, executor stress, and making life easier for your family when they're already dealing with loss. Show notes: 00:00 - Introduction: Why probate matters 00:23 - Canada doesn't have a formal death tax 02:41 - Deemed disposition explained 04:04 - What probate actually is 04:45 - What assets trigger probate 05:30 - What bypasses probate 06:12 - Why life insurance is different 06:31 - The real impact of probate delays 09:43 - Probate fees by province 13:06 - Simple probate reduction strategies 16:05 - Joint ownership risks 18:22 - Advanced planning strategies 21:27 - Real-world example 24:47 - Probate planning checklist FIND US ON: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/controlandcompound/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@controlandcompound?lang=en LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/darren-mitchell-associates-inc/?viewAsMember=true Thank you for tuning in to this episode. The information contained in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only, and is separate and apart from the wealth coach services provided by Darren Mitchell and Associates, Inc. To its qualified clients, Control and Compound Financial expr…

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