from Hebrew SabÄr prickly pear, common plant in the coastal areas of the country
If the value of the estate in British Columbia does not exceed $25,000, no probate fee is payable, and only the basic application fee of $200 is required. For large estate, it is possible to reduce probate fees with proper estate planning.
Many provincial governments also levy probate taxes or probate fees at death. In Alberta, the fees are some of the lowest in Canada. Â· $25 probate fee for estates of $10,000 or less. Â· $100 probate fee for estates over $10,000 up to $25,000.