DAOD 7012-0, Wills
Identification
Date of Issue: 2004-09-03
Application: This is an order that applies to officers and non-commissioned members of the Canadian Forces ("CF members").
Supersession: CFAO 26-10, Wills
Approval Authority: This DAOD is issued under the authority of the Judge Advocate General (JAG).
Enquiries: JAG/Director of Estates or the nearest JAG representative.
Policy Direction
Context
When a CF member dies, it is necessary to distribute the member's service estate. Distribution of the service estate will be as follows:
| If there is … | distribution will be … |
|---|---|
|
a will |
in accordance with the CF member's will, subject to applicable provincial law. |
|
no will |
in accordance with applicable provincial law. This may result in delay and additional expense to the estate. |
Policy Statement
Every CF member is strongly encouraged to make a will if they do not already have one, and to review its provisions periodically.
Requirements
The CF shall provide each CF member with the opportunity, particularly at enrolment, to make a will and:
- place their will in safekeeping with the CF; or
- record their will's location if not held in CF custody.
Commanding officers shall bring the importance of having a current and valid will to the attention of CF members under their command by making an entry each year in routine orders with reference to this DAOD and DAOD 7012-1, Preparation and Administration of Wills.
Authority
Not applicable in this DAOD.
References
Source References
- Not applicable in this DAOD.
Related Reference
- DAOD 7012-1, Preparation and Administration of Wills
