By making a gift of your life insurance or RRSP, you leave a lasting impact on future generations. Easy ways to make a difference with Ecojustice.
Leave a bequest to Ecojustice in your will
With a gift in your will to Ecojustice you can create a safer, healthier future for all Canadians, and our wildlife and natural spaces. It’s a statement of your values and commitment to protecting the environment.
For over 30 years, Ecojustice has strengthened environmental law in Canada. Together, we have protected pollinators from bee-killing pesticides, stood up for Pacific Wild salmon under threat from disease, and put the brakes on dirty pipeline projects. Yet the demand for our work keeps growing. Human-caused climate change is impacting communities worldwide, and scientists have warned us of what’s ahead. Courageous action is needed to prevent disaster, and Ecojustice is gearing up for legal action that will safeguard the climate for future generations.
That’s why, after providing for your loved ones, we invite you to consider a gift in your will to Ecojustice Canada Society. A safe climate is the most important gift we can give the next generation.
How to leave a gift in your will
When you’re ready to write your will, we recommend meeting with a legal professional to ensure your wishes are clear and easy for your executor to carry out. There are many ways you can align your legacy with environmental protection, including:
One way to ensure that all remaining property passes to your chosen beneficiaries, is to leave the residue of your estate to Ecojustice after all other gifts have been made to your loved ones, and any bills or taxes have been paid. A residual gift can be either a percentage of what is left of your estate, or the full amount remaining.
Here’s an example of the wording you could use in your will:
“I give to Ecojustice Canada Society, charitable registration number 13474 8474 RR0001, _____% of the residue of my estate, to be used at the discretion of the organization.”
You may choose to donate a specific amount of money or specific assets, such as publicly traded securities, to Ecojustice.
Here’s an example of the wording you could use in your will:
“I give to Ecojustice Canada Society, charitable registration number 13474 8474 RR0001, the sum of $_____, to be used at the discretion of the organization.”
However you choose to leave a gift to Ecojustice, please note the following:
Legal name: Ecojustice Canada Society
Address: Suite 390, 425 Carrall Street, Vancouver BC V6B 6E3
Charitable registration number: 13474 8474 RR0001
Frequently asked questions
Creating a charitable legacy through your will is an incredibly meaningful way to express your values and continue to support the causes that you cared for during your lifetime. The process often starts with involving your loved ones in the decision. After speaking with them, it’s important to meet with your professional advisor to discuss the best way to structure your will. If you’ve decided to include a gift to Ecojustice in your will, you will need to bring the following information about Ecojustice to the meeting with your legal professional:
Legal name: Ecojustice Canada Society
Address: Suite 390, 425 Carrall Street, Vancouver BC V6B 6E3
Charitable registration number: 13474 8474 RR0001
Wherever you are in the process of writing your will, we encourage you to reach out to us so that we can answer any questions you might have and thank you for your incredible generosity.
We appreciate the careful thought that goes into making such a meaningful decision, and are here to help with any questions you might have.
If you would like to receive a printed copy of Ecojustice’s legacy information booklet, or if you have any other questions, please contact Chantelle Ohrling, Philanthropy Officer, Legacy/Planned Giving at 1-800-926-7744 ext. 216 or email cohrling@ecojustice.ca. Or if you would prefer us to contact you, please complete the form below.
We greatly appreciate the thoughtfulness that goes into making a gift to Ecojustice in your will, no matter how big or small. With a growing number of donors deciding to support Ecojustice in this way, the collective impact of legacy gifts is undeniable. Together, we will leave the earth a better place.
We are very grateful for your generous decision to include a gift to Ecojustice in your will, but understand that your circumstances may change in the future. With the help of your professional advisor you can update your will whenever you need to, or create a small amendment to your will (called a codicil) for specific changes.
“I feel concerned and wonder what will be left for future generations to enjoy. This is what drives my passion.”
Ecojustice legacy donors Kathie Woodley and Bill Heidrick
