Leaving a Legacy
Donate In Memory Of a Loved One
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A gift in memory or in honour of is a beautiful way to pay tribute to someone dear to you. All donations receive a tax receipt for the amount of proceeds received by Billy Bishop Museum.
Bequests
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A bequest is a future commitment that does not restrict your current financial security and an easy way to leave a legacy.
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Bequests are accomplished through a written and executed will naming Billy Bishop Museum as a recipient of a specific piece of property, collection, sum of money, or portion of your estate.
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Bequests may be tailored to your wishes or circumstances and no bequest is too small to make a difference. Undesignated bequests support the Museum’s highest priorities in the year the gift is received.
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Your estate will receive a donation receipt for the full amount of the bequest, which can assist in reducing the tax payable on your final income tax return.
Life Insurance
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A gift of life insurance is a simple and affordable way to make a future gift to Billy Bishop Museum.
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Retain ownership of the policy (personal or Group Life); name Billy Bishop Museum as the direct beneficiary upon your death.
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Your estate will receive a tax receipt for the amount of the proceeds received by Billy Bishop Museum.
Speak with your financial advisor or legal counsel.