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Will Bequest

Designating a planned gift in your will is a powerful way to leave a lasting legacy – one that will strengthen our capacity to meet future change head-on. Your future gift can be in life insurance, designated estate percentage, fixed dollar amount, marketable securities, or other assets.

Will Bequest Benefits

Maximum Impact

A bequest to leave a gift to RRC Polytech in your will does not affect your financial security or current cash flow. It may even position you to leave a larger donation in the future than is possible today.

Tax Deductions

Your estate will be entitled to a donation receipt for the full value of the bequest, which can significantly reduce the tax payable on your final income tax return.

Your Cause, Your Choice

Transform our learning and research spaces. Enhance our student experience. Advance Indigenous achievement. Amplify our impact. Support a specific program area. The choice is yours. You retain the power to change your bequest at any time as your plans or financial circumstances change.

Will Bequest Options

Specific bequests

Designate a fixed dollar amount or specific asset to RRC Polytech.

Residual bequests

Designate your entire estate or a specified percentage to RRC Polytech.

Contingent bequests

Designate a bequest in the event of the death of any beneficiaries named in your will.

Testamentary trusts

Create a trust as part of your estate plans. Your assets will be distributed according to your terms, and support both your beneficiaries and RRC Polytech.

How To Leave Your Bequest

  1. Contact Us
    We can work with you to shape your plans, answer questions, and suggest appropriate wording for you to share with your lawyer.
  2. Talk To Your Financial Planner
    Will bequests can offer significant tax benefits. Ask your financial advisor to help you explore possibilities.
  3. Talk To Your Lawyer
    A discussion with your lawyer may help you decide which will bequest option would be best for you.
  4. Update Your Will
    It’s as easy as adding a sentence or two in your new will, or a codicil appended to your current will. Suggested will language to discuss with your lawyer:

    I give and bequeath
    the rest and residue (or share of residue), OR
    the sum of _____ dollars
    to RRC Polytech, Winnipeg, Manitoba for the purpose of (include gift direction details here).
  5. If you have already included RRC Polytech in your bequest, please let us know
    We would love to hear from you to discuss your wishes. Letting us know about your plans will ensure they are carried, out and gives us the opportunity to express our gratitude and appreciation during your lifetime.

Note: The information provided here is of a general nature and should not be taken as a substitute for professional advice. We urge you to consult with your advisors to ensure that a particular option is right for your financial and estate planning situation.

Questions?

We’re here to help you explore opportunities and maximize the impact of your legacy. Your inquiry will be kept strictly confidential.

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