The moment a beneficiary's interest becomes fixed.
In Islamic law
Faraid shares vest at the moment of death, which is why munasakha is needed when an heir dies during administration.
In Canadian law
A will may postpone vesting until a beneficiary reaches a stated age. Until then the interest is contingent.
No significant difference between the four Sunni schools is recorded on this point in the sources reviewed. Where a specific case turns on it, ask a qualified scholar rather than relying on a general summary.
Canadian legal detail
Treadstone Law, an Ontario firm with a wills and estates practice, covers the Canadian side of this in more depth:
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This entry is general information, not legal or religious advice. Inheritance turns on the exact family circumstances. Confirm Canadian law with a lawyer in your province, and any religious ruling with a qualified scholar.
Citations & sources
Every factual claim on this page traces to one of the references below. Legislation and dollar thresholds change — verify against the primary source before relying on any figure.
- T3 Trust Guide — Canada Revenue Agency
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