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This is the court document many banks call probate
It is not the will. You apply in the Superior Court of Justice estate office.
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Open the current Rule 74 and 75 forms under Court Forms
Do not use last year’s kit.
Bring the original will and a death certificate
File, pay the estate court fee or use fee waiver, then wait for the certificate.
If someone is challenging the will
That is a different, urgent process. Get advice before you move assets.

Official law on this site: wills-estates-ontario.

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How to apply for a certificate of appointment

This is the court document many banks call probate

Open the current Rule 74 and 75 forms under Court Forms

Bring the original will and a death certificate

If someone is challenging the will