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Ontario Codicil (Will Amendment)

Reviewed: June 13, 2026

Amend an existing will without rewriting it. A codicil under Ontario's Succession Law Reform Act, RSO 1990, lets you change your estate trustee, alter a gift, or add a bequest while keeping the rest of your will in force. A codicil must be signed in front of two witnesses, both present at the same time, and neither a beneficiary.

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Best for you if

  • Adults with a clear list of beneficiaries and an executor in mind
  • Estates under $1M without complex trust planning
  • Canadian-resident assets only (property, accounts, vehicles, personal items)
  • You want a fast, valid will without a $500 lawyer consult

Not the right fit if

  • Estates with trust structures, foreign property, or business succession planning
  • Contested estate matters or family conflict already underway
  • High-net-worth estates needing tax-optimization strategy
  • Anyone uncertain about capacity (mental competence) at the time of signing

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  • Filing instructions appendix (court name, fee, where to submit)
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Common questions about the Codicil (Will Amendment)

How is a will signed in Ontario, Canada?

Codicil (Will Amendment) includes document preparation and signing guidance for Ontario, Canada, including common witness and signature steps where applicable. LegalPath provides document preparation services and does not provide legal advice.

Does marriage revoke a will?

Codicil (Will Amendment) helps prepare estate documents, but the effect of marriage, separation, divorce, or life changes depends on the applicable law and personal facts. LegalPath provides document preparation services and does not provide legal advice.

Who can be a witness for a will?

Codicil (Will Amendment) includes witness-related prompts and signing instructions for Ontario, Canada, but witness eligibility can depend on the document and who benefits from it. LegalPath provides document preparation services and does not provide legal advice.

Can I update my estate document later?

LegalPath lets you prepare the Codicil (Will Amendment) as a current document, and many users update estate documents when family, property, executor, or beneficiary details change. LegalPath provides document preparation services and does not provide legal advice.

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