Ontario · Probate & court · Difficulty: Professional guidance often recommended
Apply for probate or administration in Ontario
Use the official court information and forms for obtaining authority to administer an estate in Ontario.
Professional guidance often recommended. Consider confirming legal, tax, court, or other professional requirements before acting.
Who usually needs this
- Executor
- Administrator
- Estate lawyer
When to review
First month to first quarter
Documents commonly needed
- Original will, if one exists
- Death certificate
- Inventory of assets and debts
- Required court forms and notices
Life Steward does not collect or store these documents.
Common issues
- The forms and proof required differ depending on whether there is a will and how the estate assets are held.
Official sources
- Government of Ontario: Apply for probate (Official provincial or territorial source)
- Government of Ontario: Probate a small estate (Official provincial or territorial source)
Last reviewed 2026-07-25
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