Make your healthcare wishes known and appoint someone you trust to make medical decisions on your behalf
A Healthcare Power of Attorney (also called Power of Attorney for Personal Care in Ontario) is a legal document that appoints someone you trust to make healthcare decisions on your behalf if you become unable to make them yourself.
Your appointed agent can make decisions about:
A Living Will (also called an Advance Directive) is a document that lets you specify your preferences for medical treatment in advance, particularly for end-of-life care.
You can document your wishes about:
Ensure your healthcare wishes are respected and reduce the burden on your loved ones during difficult times
Give clear guidance to your family members and healthcare providers about your preferences
Create legally valid documents that comply with your province's specific requirements
Select your province or territory to ensure your document meets local legal requirements
Choose who you trust to make healthcare decisions and specify any limitations
Specify your preferences for medical treatments and end-of-life care
Complete the document with required witnesses according to your jurisdiction
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Take control of your healthcare decisions today. Our guided process makes it simple and legally compliant.
Legal Disclaimer: This tool provides information and document templates but does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change over time. We recommend consulting with a lawyer in your province to ensure your healthcare directive meets all legal requirements and reflects your specific situation.