Build Your
Family Legacy
“Because Family is Important”
Direction to Transfer Ownership of Mutual Funds held at
Financial Planning and Mutual Fund Companies to Lethbridge Family Services
TO: _________________________________________________________________________________________
FINANCIAL COMPANY/AGENT: ______________________________ ACCOUNT #: _____________________
Number of Units
Mutual Fund Name
_______________
________________________________________________________________________
_______________
________________________________________________________________________
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FOR DEPOSIT TO:
For: “Lethbridge Family Services” Investment Account: #54830236
Institution: Scotia Securities Inc.
Investment Advisor: Cyndy M.K. Folden
Rep Code: 12397 / 1882880
Phone: 403-382-3328 ext 2000
Fax: 403-317-7124
Email: cyndy.folden@scotiabank.com
YOU ARE FURTHER DIRECTED:
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to execute this transfer as expeditiously as possible
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to provide the mutual fund company with all documentation required to re-register these units
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to acknowledge receipt of this instruction by faxing a signed copy of this form (403) 329-4924
(Attn: Melody Garner)
I authorize Lethbridge Family Services or its agent to contact my broker for purposes concluding this transaction.
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Date
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Signature of Donor
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Print Name
________________________
Date
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Signature of Guarantor
(Stamped by Bank or Notary Public)
I acknowledge receipt of this direction to transfer and confirm initiation of the re-registration of the mutual fund units in the name of
Lethbridge Family Services, and have faxed a signed copy of this form to (403) 329-4924 (Attn: Melody Garner)
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Mutual Fund Company
_______________________________________________
Signature
_______________________________________________
Date, Phone Number and Extension
_______________________________________________
Print Name
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
To ensure that donor(s) can be issued proper charitable donation receipts, mutual fund units held at the fund company must be signature
guaranteed for Lethbridge Family Services to accept these units. Please fax a complete form to Lethbridge Family Services at (403) 329-4924,
attention Melody Garner. If you have any questions, please contact Melody Garner, Director – Advancement and Community Relations, at (403)
327-5724
Return Correspondence to:
1107–2 Ave “A” N
Lethbridge AB, T1H 0E6
Phone: 403 327-5724 Fax: 403 329-4924
nd
703 – 2nd Ave S
Lethbridge AB, T1J 0C4
Phone: 403 320-1589 Fax: 403 317-7654
www.lfsfamily.ca
#106, 1410 Mayor Magrath Dr. S
Lethbridge AB, T1K 2R3
Phone: 403 317-4624 Fax: 403 317-4634
Build Your
Family Legacy
“Because Family is Important”
Donating Gifts of Publically Traded Securities or Mutual Funds
A Simple, Cost Effective Way to Give
Gift Planning Tip
Donating gifts of publicly traded securities is a simple, cost effective and tax-efficient way to make a
charitable donation during your lifetime or through your will.
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A stock portfolio is often among the most valuable assets you own – and one that can carry substantial capital gain
tax liability with its appreciation in value. With careful planning, you can reduce or even eliminate capital gains tax
while supporting Lethbridge Family Services.
You can use the following securities:
 Shares that are listed on the stock exchanges prescribed by Canada Revenue Agency
 Units of mutual funds (held outside of an RRSP/RRIF)
Tax Advantage
Benefits of Donating Gifts of Securities or
Mutual Funds
The Government of Canada has eliminated the capital
gains tax on publicly traded securities and mutual
funds that have been directly donated to a charity.
The entire amount of the donation results in a tax
credit that may be used to offset other taxable
income. To take advantage of the tax savings, the
securities must be donated in-kind. If you sell the
shares first and then donate the case to Lethbridge
Family Services, you will be subject to capital gains
tax.
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It’s a valuable tax benefit
Gifts of publicly traded securities and
mutual funds can be donated during your
lifetime or through your will.
Reduce taxes to your estate: If you leave
publicly traded securities to Lethbridge
Family Services through your will, your
taxable capital gain may be eliminated and
your estate may claim a tax credit of up to
100% of your net annual income in the year
of death and the year preceding.
How to Make a Gift of Securities or Mutual Funds Through Your Will
If you plan to make a gift of publicly traded securities or mutual funds through your will to Lethbridge Family
Services, the correct legal name to include is:
Lethbridge Family Services
1107 2nd Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB T1H 0E6
Charities Registration: #10762 3043 RR0001
How to Make a Gift of Securities or Mutual Funds During Your Lifetime
If you hold securities or mutual funds in an account with a major brokerage firm or if they are held in connection
with a mutual fund broker/dealer you may have them transferred to Lethbridge Family Services by instructing your
broker to transfer the shares to Lethbridge Family Services through our Agent, Cyndy Folden with ScotiaBank,
(403) 382-3328 ext. 2000 using the forms available on the Lethbridge Family Services website at the following link:
www.lfsfamily.ca
Return Correspondence to:
1107–2 Ave “A” N
Lethbridge AB, T1H 0E6
Phone: 403 327-5724 Fax: 403 329-4924
nd
703 – 2nd Ave S
Lethbridge AB, T1J 0C4
Phone: 403 320-1589 Fax: 403 317-7654
www.lfsfamily.ca
#106, 1410 Mayor Magrath Dr. S
Lethbridge AB, T1K 2R3
Phone: 403 317-4624 Fax: 403 317-4634
Build Your
Family Legacy
“Because Family is Important”
Note: Donations of mutual funds often take longer to transact than gifts of securities due to additional steps needed
to transfer ownership. The fund company may require you to sign a fund company disclaimer. Contact your
broker/dealer for more information and to obtain the required form for your signature.
How Does it Work?
Illustration
Jane has shares in XYZ company that she would like to donate. Jane purchased the stock for $5,000 and they are
now worth $10,000. Assuming no other deductions:
Donate securities to
Lethbridge Family Services
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
G.
Fair Market Value of Securities
Adjusted Cost Base (Initial Cost)
Donation Tax Credit Rate (Fed’l. + Prov)
Tax Credit/Saving (Ax46%)
Capital Gain Recognized (A-B)
Taxable Portion of the Capital Gain (Ex50%)
Tax on the Capital Gain (Fx46%)
$10,000
$5,000
46%
$4,600
$5,000
$0
$0
Sell securities and then
donate cash to Lethbridge
Family Services
$10,000
$5,000
46%
$4,600
$5,000
$2,500
$1,150
H. Net Tax Savings (D-G)
$4,600
$3,450
I. Enhanced Tax Savings
$1,150
This illustration may not include all factors relevant to your situation. You should consult with your own financial
advisor to determine the best course of action.
We’re Here to Help
Should you decide to donate gifts of publicly traded securities or mutual funds to Lethbridge Family Services during
your lifetime or through your will, we hope you will share your decision with us so that we can express our gratitude
today and ensure we are able to honor your gift intentions as you wish. Your gift intention will be held in strictest
confidence.
For More Information
Contact Melody Garner at (403) 327-5724 or mgarner@lfsfamily.ca to discuss your particular situation and at ask
any questions you may have about supporting us with a gift of publicly traded securities or mutual funds.
This information and material is intended to provide general examples and reference tools for understanding the way in which charitable gifts
may be made to Lethbridge Family Services and is for illustration purposes only. Lethbridge Family Services does not give legal or financial
advice. Lethbridge Family Services strongly recommends donors to review this information and material and should consult with independent
legal, financial and/or tax advisors. Lethbridge Family Services is not able to accept any gift that may expose it to adverse publicity, require
expenditure beyond its resources, or involve it in unexpected responsibilities because of their source, conditions or purposes of the gift.
Privacy Statement
Lethbridge Family Services protects the privacy of all the information that you share with us. The personal information that you provide to
Lethbridge Family Services will be used to provide tax receipts, to contact you regarding your gift, and to keep you informed of other Lethbridge
Family Services events. Lethbridge Family Services maintains a strict policy of honouring donor privacy. Under no circumstances will
Lethbridge Family Services share, trade, or sell any of our donor information.
Updated September 21, 2015
Return Correspondence to:
1107–2 Ave “A” N
Lethbridge AB, T1H 0E6
Phone: 403 327-5724 Fax: 403 329-4924
nd
703 – 2nd Ave S
Lethbridge AB, T1J 0C4
Phone: 403 320-1589 Fax: 403 317-7654
www.lfsfamily.ca
#106, 1410 Mayor Magrath Dr. S
Lethbridge AB, T1K 2R3
Phone: 403 317-4624 Fax: 403 317-4634