Everything you need to know about Nunavut Form FORMULE 4, including helpful tips, fast facts & deadlines, how to fill it out, where to submit it and other related NU probate forms.
There are all sorts of forms executors, beneficiaries, and probate court clerks have to fill out and correspond with during probate and estate settlement, including affidavits, letters, petitions, summons, orders, and notices.
Affidavit Accompagnant Une Demande Pour L’administration D’une Succession Non Testamentaire is a commonly used form within Nunavut. Here’s an overview of what the form is and means, including a breakdown of the situations when (or why) you may need to use it:
Instructions: utiliser cette formule quand le défunt est décédé sans laisser de testament.
Sometimes it’s tough to find a quick summary— here’s the important details you should know about Affidavit Accompagnant Une Demande Pour L’administration D’une Succession Non Testamentaire:
This form pertains to the State of Nunavut
Government forms are not typically updated often, though when they are, it often happens rather quietly. While Atticus works hard to keep this information about Nunavut’s Form FORMULE 4 - Affidavit Accompagnant Une Demande Pour L’administration D’une Succession Non Testamentaire up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.
Double check that you have both the correct form name and the correct form ID. Some Nunavut probate forms can look remarkably similar, so it’s best to double, even triple-check that you’re using the right one! Keep in mind that not all States have a standardized Form ID system for their probate forms.
Fill out all relevant fields in Form FORMULE 4, take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in NU are long enough to begin with, and making a silly error can push your timeline even farther back. No thank you!
Note: If you don’t currently know all of the answers and are accessing Form FORMULE 4 online, be sure to avoid closing the browser tab and potentially losing all your progress (or use a platform like Atticus to help avoid making mistakes).
Some States and situations require particular forms to be notarized. If you have been instructed to get the document notarized or see it in writing on the document, then make sure to hire a local notary. There are max notary fees in the United States that are defined and set by local law. Take a look at our full guide to notary fees to make sure you aren’t overpaying or getting ripped off.
This is most often the local probate court where the decedent (person who passed away) is domiciled (permanently resides) or the institution involved with this particular form (e.g. a bank). Some offices allow you to submit forms online, other’s don’t, and we while we generally recommend going in-person to expedite the process, sometimes that simply isn’t an option.
It’s also a generally good idea to establish a positive working relationship with any probate clerk (unfortunately there’s enough people & process out there making things more difficult and unnecessarily confusing for them), so a best practice is to simply ask the probate clerk proactively exactly how and where they’d prefer you to submit all forms.
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Different probate forms or processes can require different deadlines or response times for completing the appropriate form.
While some steps in the process are bound to specific deadlines (like petitioning for probate, having to submit an inventory of assets, or filing applicable notices to creditors and beneficiaries), many probate forms or processes are not tied to a specific deadline since the scope of work can vary based on situational factors or requirements involved.
Either way, there are a bunch of practical reasons why personal representatives should work to complete each step as thoroughly and quickly as possible when completing probate in Nunavut.
The sooner you begin, the faster Nunavut can allow heirs and beneficiaries to get their share of assets subject to probate. Acting promptly can also decrease the costs & overall mental fatigue through an otherwise burdensome process.
Helpful Context: What’s the Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Assets?
In general, creditors of an estate usually have around 3-6 months from the time you file notice to creditors to file any claims for debt against the deceased’s assets. If they don’t, then that debt is forfeited (and more importantly, the executor won’t be held personally responsible). So doing this sooner means you have a better idea of who is owed what and ensures you won’t get a surprise collector months later.
Not filing a will within 30 days (on average) could mean that the probate process proceeds according to intestate laws (laws that govern what happens to someone's stuff without a will) or is subject to unnecessary supervision by the probate court. And if you aren't directly related to the deceased (a.k.a. next of kin), this could also mean you lose your inheritance.
It’s important to file any necessary state tax returns on behalf of the deceased or estate by the following tax season in Nunavut. If you don’t, you could owe penalties and interest. This also includes any necessary federal tax returns such as Forms 1040, 1041, or even a Form 706 estate tax return.
If a house in the State of Nunavut is left empty (or abandoned) for a while, insurance can get dicey. For example, if the house burns down and no one has been there for a year, an insurance company may get out of paying your claim.
If you’re not using Atticus to get specific forms, deadlines, and timelines for Nunavut probate, then try and stay as organized as possible, pay close attention to the dates mentioned in any correspondence you have with the State’s government officials, call the local Nunavut probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form FORMULE 4, and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.
Affidavit Accompagnant Une Demande Pour L’administration D’une Succession Non Testamentaire is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.
It may also be available through some Nunavut probate court sites, such as . In order to access the latest version, be updated with any revisions, and get full instructions on how to complete each form, check out the Atticus Probate & Estate Settlement software or consider hiring a qualified legal expert locally within Nunavut.
While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form FORMULE 4 - Affidavit Accompagnant Une Demande Pour L’administration D’une Succession Non Testamentaire f using any other site or resource in order to avoid having to re-complete the form process and/or make another trip to the Nunavut probate court office.
Affidavit Accompagnant Une Demande Pour L’administration D’une Succession Non Testamentaire is a .pdf, so opening it should be as simple as clicking “View Form” from within the Atticus app or by clicking the appropriate link found on any Nunavut-provided government platform. Once you’ve opened the form, you should be able to directly edit the form before saving or printing.
Form FORMULE 4 - Affidavit Accompagnant Une Demande Pour L’administration D’une Succession Non Testamentaire is a probate form in Nunavut.
Instructions: utiliser cette formule quand le défunt est décédé sans laisser de testament.
Nunavut has multiple types of probate and the necessary forms depend on the unique aspects of each estate, such as type and value of assets, whether there was a valid will, who is serving as the personal representative or executor, and even whether or not they also live in Nunavut.
During probate, all personal representatives and executives in are required to submit a detailed inventory of assets that must separate non-probate assets from probate assets.
Probate in Nunavut, especially without guidance, can take years to finish and cost upwards of $14,000.
What is Nunavut Form FORMULE 4 - Affidavit Accompagnant Une Demande Pour L’administration D’une Succession Non Testamentaire?
Instructions: utiliser cette formule quand le défunt est décédé sans laisser de testament.
What is probate, exactly?
Probate is the government’s way of making sure that when a person dies, the right stuff goes to the right people (including the taxes the government wants).
All of that stuff is collectively known as someone’s “estate”, and it’s the job of the executor or personal representative to fill out all the forms and complete all the required steps to formally dissolve the estate.
To get instant clarity on the entire probate process and get an idea of the steps, timeline, and best practices, read the Atticus Beginner’s Guide to Probate.
Where can I get help with Probate?
The best place? Create an account in Atticus to start getting estate-specific advice.
You may need a lawyer, you may not, and paying for one when you didn’t need it really hurts. Atticus makes sure you make the best decisions (plus you can write it off as an executor expense).
We’ve also created a list of other probate services. Be sure to check it out!
What does a NU executor or personal representative have to do?
An executor is named in someone’s will, and if the deceased didn’t have a will, then the spouse or other close family relative usually steps up to fulfill the role. If no one wants to do it, then a judge will appoint someone.
The executor is responsible for the complete management of the probate process, including major responsibilities such as:
Creating an inventory of all probate assets.
Filling out all necessary forms
Paying off all estate debts and taxes
Submitting reports to the court and beneficiaries as requested
And much more. This process often stretches longer than a year.
For an idea of what separates executors who succeed from those who make this way harder than it should be, visit our article, Executors of an Estate:
What they do & secrets to succeeding.
Here’s the text, verbatim, that is found on Nunavut Form FORMULE 4 - Affidavit Accompagnant Une Demande Pour L’administration D’une Succession Non Testamentaire. You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.
Part II / Partie II Nunavut Gazette / Gazette du Nunavut Vol. 7, No 4 / Vol. 7, n° 4 42 FORMULE 4 Instructions : utiliser cette formule quand le défunt est décédé sans laisser de testament. COUR DE JUSTICE DU NUNAVUT IN RE : La succession de feu(e) ___________________________. (Si le défunt était connu sous différents noms, indiquer les noms du défunt selon l’ordre suivant : 1) nom du défunt tel qu’inscrit sur son testament, 2) nom du défunt tel qu’inscrit sur son certificat de décès, 3) tous les autres noms du défunt) AFFIDAVIT ACCOMPAGNANT UNE DEMANDE POUR L’ADMINISTRATION D’UNE SUCCESSION NON TESTAMENTAIRE Je, _____________________, de (du) ________________ de _____________, au Nunavut, _____________________ (indiquer votre occupation), étant dûment assermenté(e), déclare et : 1. Feu(e) _______________________ (indiquer le ou les noms du défunt), ______________________ (indiquer l’occupation du défunt), de ___________ __________________, au Nunavut, est décédé le ou vers le ______________ ______________ 20___, à ______________________________. À l’époque de son décès il résidait à _______________________, au Nunavut (si il résidait à l’extérieur du Nunavut, ajouter : « mais il avait, à cette époque, des biens au Nunavut »). 2. Le défunt était âgé de ____ ans au moment de sa mort. Instructions : remplir le paragraphe 3 pour indiquer si le défunt était marié, célibataire, veuf ou divorcé. Remplir le paragraphe 4 seulement si le défunt vivait en concubinage avec quelqu’un (aussi connu sous l’appellation de « mariage de common law »). Remplir le paragraphe 4 même dans le cas où le défunt était toujours légalement marié. 3. À l’époque de son décès le défunt était ________________ (indiquer : marié, célibataire, veuf ou divorcé), et lui a(ont) survécu : (indiquer les noms, âges et adresses du conjoint ou de la conjointe, des enfants et de quiconque a un intérêt dans la succession ainsi que leur lien avec le défunt. Indiquer également si l’une de ces personnes est âgée de moins de dix-neuf ans, ou de dix-neuf ans ou plus mais incapable de gagner sa vie en raison d’une incapacité physique ou mentale et donner le nom du curateur au patrimoine de cette personne). 4. Immédiatement avant sa mort, le défunt faisait vie commune, hors mariage, avec________________________ (indiquer le nom, l’âge et l’adresse de la personne) et ils vivaient ensemble depuis _____________ (indiquer le nombre de mois ou d’années). Le défunt et __________________ étaient les parents biologiques ou adoptifs de ____________________ (indiquer le(s) nom(s), âge(s) et adresse(s) du ou des enfant(s)). 5. Le défunt a été précédé par ____________________ (indiquer le nom, la date de naissance, la date de décès et le lien avec le défunt de tout conjoint ou enfant ou de quiconque ayant un intérêt dans la succession et ayant précédé le défunt). 6. Les personnes suivantes sont les ayants droit en vertu de la Loi sur les successions non testamentaires ________________________________ (indiquer leurs nom, âge et adresse). 7. Les personnes à charge du défunt, telles que définies par la Loi sur l’aide aux personnes à charge, sont les suivantes : _____________________________ (indiquer leurs nom, leur âge et leur adresse). Part II / Partie II Nunavut Gazette / Gazette du Nunavut Vol. 7, No 4 / Vol. 7, n° 4 8. La juste valeur marchande de tous les biens du défunt visés par la demande de décret d’homologation est de _____________$. Le détail de tous ces biens apparaît à l’annexe de l’actif et du passif jointe au présent affidavit sous la cote « A ». À ma connaissance, toutes les dettes et obligations du défunt à son décès figurent à l’annexe de l’actif et du passif ci-jointe. 9. Afin de vérifier si le défunt avait laissé un testament, j’ai effectué une fouille complète des coffres et endroits où le défunt rangeait habituellement ses papiers personnels et je n’y ai découvert aucun testament, codicille ou document de ce genre. 10. J’ai atteint l’âge de dix-neuf ans et je suis le(la) ____________________ (indiquer le lien unissant le défunt et le demandeur ou la demanderesse) du défunt et ____________________________ (s’il y a lieu, indiquer pourquoi ceux qui avaient un droit équivalent ou prioritaire ne s’en sont pas prévalus). 11. Je déclare solennellement que j’administrerai fidèlement les biens du défunt conformément à la loi et que je rendrai compte de l’exécution pleine et entière de mon mandat lorsque la loi l’exigera. 12. Les noms des héritiers en vertu dudit testament apparaissent à l’annexe des bénéficiaires jointe au présent affidavit sous la cote « C ». 13. Si le décret m’est délivré, je le remettrai à la Cour de Justice du Nunavut lorsqu’elle m’en fera la demande. 14. À ma connaissance, aucune autre demande de décret d’homologation ou pour lettres d’administration n’a été déposée relativement au testament ci-annexé. 43 ASSERMENTÉ(E) DEVANT MOI, à ______________________, au Nunavut, (collectivité) le _____________________, 20___. (jour, mois) Commissaire aux serments pour le Nunavut* Ma commission se termine le: ________ Nom en lettres moulées: Signature de l’affiant(e) *Si ce document est signé sous serment à l’extérieur du Nunavut, l’affiant(e) doit être assermenté(e) par un notaire public.
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