Leaving a Legacy
You can leave a legacy that brings God’s Word to those who need it most, with a planned gift to the Canadian Bible Society.
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Giving through your will
By including the Canadian Bible Society in your will, you’ll have the opportunity to leave a legacy and continue the furthering of God’s Kingdom, while still providing for your family.
To include the Canadian Bible Society in your will, you may wish to use the wording from one of our sample bequest statements.
Need assistance with estate planning?
Does your will reflect your values and beliefs?
Our partner, Advisors with Purpose can help you create a well-planned Will that meets your goals AND reflects your life, values and beliefs.
Advisors with Purpose (AwP) is a Christian ministry that helps God’s people manage God’s assets. Their highly qualified staff will help you examine your estate and think about how to create a Will and leave a legacy that reflects your life while taking care of the people and causes that matter to you the most.
There is no cost or obligation to you for this service.
No one will try to sell you anything.
None of your personal financial information will be shared with us.
For more information or to speak to a specialist, call Advisors With Purpose at 1-866-336-3315 or email them at plan@advisorswithpurpose.ca.
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Legacy Giving Events
See upcoming events or explore our past webinars and phone seminars, hosted in partnership with Advisors with Purpose.
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June 12, 2024 | Webinar | Planning Well for Your Business
Date: Wednesday, June 12
Time: 8:00 PM EST
Presented by: Chantel Gibbs
What are the specific planning items for business owners, and why is it essential to have a plan? This might include a shareholder agreement to address the death, disability, dispute, divorce, or departure of a shareholder. It might include thinking through an exit plan ahead of time. Are there potential buyers of the shares, or will the business be wound up on death or retirement? A plan is critical. Our partners at Advisors with Purpose are hosting a webinar to help you better understand the options and processes.
Click here to register for this free webinar.
June 24, 2024 | Webinar | Will Planning for New Canadians
Time: 8:00 PM EST
Presented by: Bold Kere
Navigating Wills and Estates can be challenging for everyone. It can be complicated if you are new to Canada and are less familiar with the terminology and the requirements. We’d like to invite you to join us for a webinar hosted by our partners at Advisors with Purpose that will help you better understand and plan for your Will with special consideration to those who are first-generation Canadians.
Click here to register for this free webinar.
Webinar Recording | Estate Planning: What Women Need to Know | May 21, 2024
Planning your Will requires individual strategies depending on your life, your family, your finances, and your priorities. For women, it is vital that they understand the special considerations for them. Watch this webinar hosted by our partners at Advisors with Purpose which discusses the questions and concerns affecting women and their families and helps them shape their own legacies.
Click here to watch this webinar recording.
Webinar Recording | Aligning Your Financial Goals with Your Spiritual Goals | April 23, 2024
What was covered:
Are you struggling to align your financial and spiritual goals? Whether you want to reduce financial stress or cultivate a deeper understanding of Biblical financial principles, this webinar is for you. In this webinar, hosted by our partners at Advisors with Purpose, you’ll learn about the relationship between faith and finances and the importance of prayer, discernment, and godly wisdom when establishing and following your financial objectives.
Click here to watch this webinar recording.
Webinar Recording | March 26, 2024 | Estate Planning with a Kingdom Mindset: How to Leave a Legacy that Reflects Your Faith and Values
What was covered:
Have you ever wondered how to align your faith and values in your Will or how to leave a legacy that makes a difference? It is possible. Watch this 45-minute webinar hosted by our partners at Advisors with Purpose that will help you consider how to plan a Will that looks after your loved ones, supports the charities you believe in, and communicates your faith and goals to those you leave behind.
Click here to watch this webinar recording.
Webinar Recording | February 27, 2024 | Preparing for Unexpected Challenges and Disruptions in Your Family
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about the future. Family dynamics can be challenging and complex. As family members interact with each other over time, they develop unique personalities, expectations, and communication styles. This can lead to conflicts and misunderstandings, especially during stress or change. If you are dealing with or anticipating conflict in the planning of your will watch this 45-minute webinar hosted by our partners at Advisors with Purpose. Learn how to mitigate any unforeseen challenges and create a plan that not only avoids conflict but helps encourage harmony.
Click here to watch the webinar recording.
Webinar Recording | February 4, 2024 | Navigating a Debt-Ridden World
This webinar discussed how to successfully navigate a financial system based on debt. In particular, it looked at personal and consumer debt: when it might be necessary, how to know when and what to do when it becomes unsustainable, and how we can manage our finances and still be faithful stewards. The financial systems intended to help can actually bring you further into debt, but there are solutions, and there is hope.
Click here to watch the webinar recording.
Webinar Recording | Estate Planning for Retirees: What You Need to Know | January 23, 2024
What was covered:
Nearly 60% of families have done little to no planning, but it’s not too late to set up a plan. You may have a Will, but is it up-to-date and complete? Have you chosen a good executor, and are they prepared for the job? Have you considered options for transferring your assets to your children or heirs in a way that is best for all of you? Have you considered the tax implications of registered assets and plan for those? Have you considered leaving charitable gifts in your Will? Have you spoken to your family about your choices, and do they know your wishes? Watch this 45-minute webinar hosted by our partners at Advisors with Purpose for those who are retired and want to make sure they have everything in place so they can live fully without the worry of those critical decisions having to be made.
Click here to watch the webinar recording.
Webinar Recordings
- Your Will as a Love Letter | Jan. 26, 2023
- Money & Your Discipleship Journey | Feb. 28, 2023
- Setting Your House in Order: Estate Planning for Senior Adults | Mar. 30, 2023
- Not Just Your Principal Residence: Planning Well for Investment Properties | Apr. 27, 2023
- The Joy of Generosity - the What, Why and How of Planned Giving | May 25, 2023
- Thoughtful Will Planning for Those Remarried or in Blended Families | June 20, 2023
- The Basics of Estate Planning: What You Need to Know to Get Started | Sept. 19, 2023
- The Basics of Estate Planning: What You Need to Know to Get Started | Sept. 20, 2023
- Estate Planning – Giving you Peace of Mind | Oct. 24, 2023
- Estate Planning for Millennials: What You Need to Know | Nov. 28, 2023
- Financial Preparedness in a Pandemic – Debt, Generosity, Retirement, Estate Plans and Wills | Jan. 26, 2021
- Understanding RRSP’s and Your Will | Feb. 24, 2021
- Your money counts – A biblical perspective on finances | Mar. 24, 2021
- Avoiding Conflict – Things you and your family need to know | Apr. 20, 2021
- Your Farm and Estate Planning – Create your farm legacy | May 26, 2021
- Does your Will need an update? | Sept. 28, 2021
- Will Planning for New Canadians | Oct. 26, 2021
- Planning to change the world | Nov. 25, 2021
- The Impact of COVID-19 on Your Estate Plan | May 26, 2020
- Updating Your Will (It’s Time) | June 2, 2020
- Estate Planning for Business Owners | Oct. 21, 2020
- 5 Most Common Mistakes People Make When Creating a Will | Nov. 4, 2020
- Do I really need a will now? It isn’t too early to start | Nov. 23, 2020
- Philanthropy and Charitable Giving – How can a foundation help? | Nov. 25, 2020