Estate Planning
A Catholic parish is not unlike your household: there are bills to pay and only so many dollars available to keep operations running smoothly.
What the future holds for charitable giving
By Mickey Conlon, Catholic Register SpecialA sampling of philanthropists in Canada shows that people who are active in their religion are more generous. It’s unlikely most people would disagree with such a finding.
A gift in-kind is often better than cash, Toronto's St. Ambrose parish finds out
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO – Cash may be king, but to a parish in need, a donation in kind is just as majestic.
‘Great surprise’ funds much-needed renovations in convent chapel
By Mickey Conlon, The Catholic RegisterInside the sealed envelope, the instructions from the mystery donor were clear.
You and charity benefit from a gift annuity
By Winnie Quinn, Catholic Register SpecialGiven the current climate of low-interest rates and roller-coaster markets causing people to think twice about their financial decisions, many people may wish to consider the benefits of a charitable gift annuity.
Know when to revise your Will
By Rosanne Rocchi, Catholic Register SpecialHow often should a Will be reviewed for changes? In general, every five years, but life changes will necessitate a more frequent review. A person should review a Will to ensure that the terms are still suitable.
A bequeath to your parish is a difference maker
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterTORONTO - Fr. Damian Young-Sam-You has big plans for St. Monica’s Church and with generous donations from members of his congregation who have passed on, the parish is that much closer to reaching those goals.
Be tax smart in your estate planning
By Anthony M. Cusimano, Catholic Register SpecialTo make things as easy as possible for your family after your death, it’s necessary to understand the effect on your estate of probate fees and income taxes.
Shepherds’ Trust gives priests peace of mind in retirement years
By Evan Boudreau, The Catholic RegisterWhen Fr. Bill Burns retired last June, he didn’t fear a life of poverty due to promises he made in 1965 to become a priest.
Rare works of renowned artist make their way to archdiocese
By Jean Ko Din, The Catholic RegisterAnyone who has held a Canadian quarter in their hands has encountered Dora de Pédery-Hunt’s work. She was the first Canadian citizen to design an effigy of Queen Elizabeth II which has been used on Canadian coinage since 1990.
How to make an estate gift to your church
By Catholic Register StaffAn estate gift to your parish or favourite archdiocesan charity can be a way to say thank you to God for all the blessings He has given you. Some of the most common gifts are as follows.