To give a sense of the amount, here are the current probate fees for all the provinces and territories calculated on estate assets of $1 million and $2 million.
Probate fees in Canada by province
| Province | Probate fees on $1 million | Probate fees on $2 million |
|---|---|---|
| British Columbia | $13,650† | $27,650† |
| Alberta | $525 | $525 |
| Saskatchewan | $7,000 | $14,000 |
| Manitoba | $0 | $0 |
| Ontario | $14,250 | $29,250 |
| Quebec | N/A | N/A |
| New Brunswick | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Nova Scotia | $16,258 | $33,208 |
| Prince Edward Island | $4,000 | $8,000 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $6,054 | $12,054 |
| Yukon | $140 | $140 |
| Northwest Territories | $435 | $435 |
| Nunavut | $425 | $425 |