Contesting a Will in Ontario

When You Can Challenge a Will

Disappointed with your inheritance? In Ontario, you can't challenge a will just because you think it's unfair. You must have valid legal grounds, such as:

• Lack of Capacity — Proving the person did not have the mental capacity to understand the will.
• Undue Influence — Showing the person was pressured or coerced into signing the will.
• Improper Execution — Proving the will was not properly signed and witnessed.
• Dependency Support — Proving you were a dependent and the will did not provide adequately for you.

Common Ground

Challenging a will is complex and requires legal guidance. In most cases, you must show the person did not have the necessary "testamentary capacity" when the will was signed.