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Originally Posted by Geraldsh
In the absence of any other will, would a hand written letter signed and co-signed by the spouse be any benefit to the kids’?
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In Alberta, a holographic will, as defined by the Wills and Succession Act, is a will that is entirely handwritten and signed by the testator (the person making the will) without requiring witnesses. This is an alternative to a formally drafted will, and it does not need to be notarized.
I don’t think having a spouse co-sign the will would be helpful or recommended. I would strongly encourage a will properly drafted by a lawyer. Holograph wills get contested all the time.